In this episode of The Zahra Jani Show, host Zahra speaks with Dr. Ritu Hinduja, one of India's leading fertility experts, about the rising infertility issues faced by millions of couples in India. They discuss various factors contributing to infertility, including environmental toxins, lifestyle choices, and the impact of age.
Dr. Hinduja explains common causes of infertility in both women and men, debunks myths surrounding IVF treatments, and delves into the emotional and physical toll of undergoing IVF. The discussion also covers the importance of egg freezing for preserving fertility potential, particularly for women planning to delay motherhood. Dr. Hinduja shares personal anecdotes highlighting the emotional aspects of her work and offers crucial advice on maintaining fertility.
This episode provides invaluable insights into the complex world of fertility treatments while promoting awareness about proactive reproductive health measures.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
00:10 Factors Contributing to Infertility
01:43 The Importance of Age in Fertility
03:40 Rising Infertility Rates and Social Taboos
05:15 Environmental Toxins and Their Impact
07:07 Male Infertility Factors
08:01 Top Causes of Infertility in Women
13:22 Understanding PCOS and Its Impact
18:12 Initial Tests and Treatment Options for Infertility
19:15 IVF Procedures and Success Rates
30:15 High-Risk Pregnancy and IVF
30:44 Cost of IVF in India
31:57 Is IVF Only for the Rich?
33:14 Preventing Sample Mix-Ups in IVF
35:22 Success Rates of IVF
36:50 Emotional Challenges in IVF
37:46 Heartbreaking IVF Stories
40:05 Addressing the Stigma Around IVF
43:45 Secondary Infertility
45:17 Emotional Toll of IVF on Women
49:29 Understanding Egg Freezing
54:10 Empowering Women Through Egg Freezing
59:07 Conclusion
About the guest:
About Dr. Hinduja: Dr. Ritu Hinduja is an internationally trained IVF specialist and the Clinical Director at Cloud Nine Fertility, Mumbai. With over 15 years of experience in reproductive medicine, she brings together advanced clinical expertise, surgical precision, and deep compassion to guide individuals and couples on their path to parenthood. Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/drrituhinduja