Egg Freezing
Dr. Subodh Chauhan is an obstetrician-gynecologist practicing in Sugar Land, TX. Dr. Chauhan specializes in women's health, particularly the female reproductive system, pregnancy and childbirth. As an obstetrician-gynecologist, or OB-GYN, Dr. Chauhan can treat a number of health issues related to the vagina, uterus, ovaries,... more
Advancement in technology has helped freeze eggs. Working women are challenged to choose between career and family. This has given options to women to freeze eggs and overcome the biological clock. It is known that egg quantity and egg quality decrease after 35 years of age. Freezing eggs is an excellent option for those who have not found a partner.
The process is simple. Consultation followed by testing which includes blood test [ AMH, FSH , E2, LH ], ultrasound [ Antral follicle count ]. Injections [ Follistim/Gonal F and Menopure are given for 11 days. Eggs will be at optimum size by that time. Triggers are given to help mature and after 36 hours eggs are collected. Conscious sedation is given. It takes 20 mins to collect the eggs.
Depending upon the family size and age the eggs are frozen to increase the chance of having kids. If there is a low number then multiple cycles can be done increase the odds of having the family.
