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RECOMMENDATION FOR A FERTILITY SPECIALIST IN LONDON FOR A 46 YEAR OLD

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Hi all,

I’m looking for a fertility Dr in London who specialises in getting older women pregnant. (Im 46 years old)

I’ve never been pregnant and have grade 4 endometriosis.

Can anyone recommend a specialist / clinic that they have had personal experience with that they have had success with.

Many thanks

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Nenad profile image
Nenad

Hi there, before I DM you can I ask if you’d be open to donor egg/embryos? My colleague had success at 46 but with a donated embryo x

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AuntieMandy in reply toNenad

If I’m honest not really. 🙏🏼

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CarlottaD27

hi there, I’m not of your age group but was initially diagnosed with a low AMH and I had a consultation with the Lister in London. I learnt that they have a lot of experience in treating older women. I didn’t end up having treatment with then but they came across very experienced, so they may be worth looking into. Good luck!

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AuntieMandy in reply toCarlottaD27

Thanks so much for coming back to me. Really appreciate the reply. I will look into the lister. 🙏🏼

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Orangeflowers

I don't want to seem negative, but with own eggs the stats at 43/44 indicate that 17 embryos would need to be sent for testing to get 1 normal, which would have a 1 in 3 chance of implanting. HEFA indicates there is a less than 1% chance of a live birth. It is possible to get lucky and people do get lucky, but it is rare. Even with a high AMH there's most likely egg quality issues. Many clinics in the UK won't treat with own eggs over 45. You might find a clinic that will take your money but won't be honest about your chances of success. I wish you luck and I hope that you do defy the odds and you are the exception. I just wanted to pass on the info I'd wish I had.

With donor eggs the odds are vastly different, something like 60-75% chance on first round, as the eggs have less genetic damage. And you can get treated to 50 and beyond.

All the best x

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AuntieMandy

thanks so much for the info. I would rather just take that shot with the most positive attitude I can and be the exception rather then the rule. 🙏🏼

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Doodlebug23

I don’t have any advice but just wanted to say good luck! I am 47 and after failed NHS at 42 with my own eggs. I am now on cycle 3 private with donor eggs.

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AuntieMandy in reply toDoodlebug23

you’re amazing. Thank you so so much. I’m so happy you had your happy ending. So grateful for your reply ❤️

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Doodlebug23 in reply toAuntieMandy

I haven’t got my happy ending yet. Another BFN this morning 😔

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Muppetgirl

I'll send you a PM - I currently have a 3 year old sitting on my sofa wondering what breakfast to choose. I was 44 and used my own eggs - wasn't against donor but had never tried with my own so wanted to try. But I didn't particularly have any 'issues' other than my age. So wishing you positive growth for this journey.

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AuntieMandy in reply toMuppetgirl

you’re amazing. Thank you so so much. I’m so happy you had your happy ending. So grateful for your reply ❤️

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minnesota_girl

You never know what your personal odds are until you start and take your chance. It's important to go in with eyes open but there are also women who do conceive with their own eggs and you'll get a feel with your rounds where you're falling in terms of likelihood. I wish you the best of luck! ❤️

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AuntieMandy in reply tominnesota_girl

Thank you so much. Grateful for your reply x

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Luce_16

hello AuntieMandy,

I am not your age but have had infertility issues for years.

I did quite a bit of research on London fertility clinics before starting my journey and I found that the Lister clinic (the one at The Portland) is very good.

I was treated there and had exceptional care - I picked Dr. Salim as my consultant.

I hope this helps and I wish you all the luck in the world ⭐️🤗

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AuntieMandy in reply toLuce_16

Thank you so so much for this 🙏🏼

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Me_and_Sparkle

hi Mandy, CRGH have very good success rates and with me and partner did a miracle with our treatment given our circumstances. I’m 38 but they have good success rates for 44+.

Their admin can be a bit chaotic but the doctors and nurses are second to none in my opinion x

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AuntieMandy in reply toMe_and_Sparkle

Thank you so much

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