Q. What is egg freezing?

Dr. Sipra: Egg freezing, also known as oocyte cryopreser-vation, is a revolutionary fertility preservation technique in which a woman’s eggs are retrieved, frozen, and stored for future use.

Q. Who should consider egg freezing?

Dr. Sipra: Egg freezing is an excellent option for women who:

• Who wish to delay marriage and pregnancy due to career or personal goals.
• Who have not yet found the right partner but wish to preserve their fertility for the future
• Who need treatment for a disease that may affect fertility, such as ovarian tumors or cancer treatment.
• Who have a family history of early menopause.

Q. How is the egg freezing procedure performed?

Dr. Sipra: The process begins with ovarian stimulation, where the woman receives hormonal treatment to encourage the ovaries to produce multiple eggs at once. Then, the eggs are retrieved through a minor procedure. The collected eggs are then frozen and stored for future use.

Q. How long can eggs be stored?

Dr. Sipra: Eggs can be safely stored for many years. The storage duration depends on individual circumstances and the regulations of the country where the eggs are stored.

Q. What is the ideal age for egg freezing?

Dr. Sipra: The ideal age for egg freezing is generally considered to be between 21 and 30 years when a woman’s eggs are of high quality. However, egg freezing can be done at any age as long as natural fertility has not significantly declined, which usually starts in the late 30s. It is generally recommended to freeze eggs before the age of 35.

Q. Can frozen eggs lead to a successful pregnancy in the future?

Dr. Sipra: Egg freezing significantly increases the chances of a successful pregnancy in the future. Factors such as the woman’s age at the time of freezing and the quality of the eggs play a crucial role in the success rate.

Q. Are there any lifestyle changes or precautions needed after egg freezing?

Dr. Sipra: Egg freezing is a simple procedure, and no major lifestyle changes or precautions are required after the process. Even many celebrities have frozen their eggs and now they have healthy babies.

Q. How are frozen eggs used for pregnancy in the future? 

Dr. Sipra: To achieve pregnancy, frozen eggs are thawed. They are then fertilized with sperm using IVF (In Vitro Fertilization) or ICSI (Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection) techniques. After fertilization, the developed embryo is implanted into the woman’s uterus.

Q. Until what age can frozen eggs be used for pregnancy? 

Dr. Sipra: According to Indian. law, a woman can use her frozen eggs for pregnancy until the age of 50.

Q. How much does egg freezing cost?

Dr. Sipra: The cost of egg freezing depends on factors such as the woman’s age, the number of eggs retrieved, and the duration of storage.

Q. Is egg freezing safe for baby and mother?

Dr. Sipra: Many babies have been born using this technology. Studies showed no increased rate of birth defects compared to the general population. They showed no increased rates of chromosomal or birth defects or pregnancy complications.