IUI Treatment in Hyderabad
A simple, gentle first-line fertility treatment at Radha Hospital & Fertility Centre.
Last updated October 2026
Intrauterine insemination (IUI) is a first-line, lower-cost fertility treatment. At Radha Hospital & Fertility Centre in Yousufguda, Hyderabad, IUI is planned and carried out by Dr. Aishwarya Yerram — MBBS, DNB (OB&G), MRCOG (UK), with a fellowship in reproductive medicine and more than sixteen years in practice.
What IUI is
In IUI, a semen sample is washed and concentrated in the laboratory, and the prepared sperm is placed directly into the uterus around the time of ovulation. This shortens the distance the sperm need to travel and brings more active sperm closer to the egg. Fertilisation then happens naturally, inside the body.
IUI can be done in a natural cycle, or combined with mild ovulation induction — tablets or low-dose injections that support the growth of an egg. Either way, the cycle is monitored with ultrasound so that the insemination is timed accurately.
Who IUI may be considered for
IUI is often considered for couples who have been trying to conceive for some time and whose assessment shows open fallopian tubes and a reasonable sperm count after preparation. Common situations include:
Unexplained infertility
Where the initial assessment has not identified a specific cause.
Mild male-factor concerns
Where a semen analysis shows count or motility slightly below the usual reference range.
Irregular ovulation
Often combined with ovulation-inducing medication, for example in some women with PCOS.
Cervical factors
Where cervical mucus may make it harder for sperm to pass through.
Difficulty with intercourse
Including pain or vaginismus, or ejaculatory difficulty, where timed intercourse is not practical.
Whether IUI is suitable depends on an individual evaluation. Dr. Aishwarya Yerram will explain where it fits, and where another approach may be more appropriate.
The steps of an IUI cycle
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Assessment
A consultation, pelvic ultrasound and blood tests, a check that at least one fallopian tube is open, and a semen analysis for the partner. IUI is only planned if these suggest it is a reasonable option.
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Starting the cycle
Treatment begins in the first days of a period. Some cycles are natural; others use tablets or low-dose injections to support the growth of one or two eggs.
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Follicle monitoring
A few ultrasound scans track how the egg follicles are growing and how the uterine lining is developing. The plan may be adjusted, or the cycle paused, depending on what the scans show.
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Timing ovulation
When a follicle reaches the right size, a trigger injection may be given so that the insemination can be timed closely to ovulation.
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Sperm preparation
On the day, a fresh semen sample is washed and concentrated in the laboratory. This takes a short while and separates the more active sperm from the seminal fluid.
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Insemination
The prepared sperm is placed into the uterus through a thin, soft catheter. It takes a few minutes, needs no anaesthesia, and most women can return to their usual routine the same day.
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After the procedure
Progesterone support is sometimes advised. A pregnancy test is usually taken about two weeks later, and the next step is discussed whatever the result.
How IUI relates to IVF
IUI and IVF are different steps on the same path rather than competing choices. IUI is simpler and gentler, and is often tried first where it is medically suitable. IVF — where eggs are fertilised in the laboratory — is more often considered where the fallopian tubes are blocked, where semen parameters are more significantly affected, where ovarian reserve is reduced, or after a number of IUI cycles have not led to a pregnancy.
There is no single right sequence. The plan is matched to the results of the assessment, and it is reviewed openly after each cycle so that time is not spent on an approach that is unlikely to suit.
The cost of IUI
IUI at Radha Hospital starts from ₹15,000 per cycle, which covers the sperm wash and the insemination. Fertility medication is billed separately at actual cost because the dose varies by individual protocol. The final, itemised cost is confirmed after the consultation, before treatment begins. See the full list of fertility treatment costs.
IUI — common questions
How does IUI differ from IVF?
In IUI, prepared sperm is placed into the uterus around ovulation and fertilisation happens naturally inside the body. In IVF, eggs are collected and fertilised in the laboratory, and an embryo is transferred back to the uterus. IUI is simpler and lower-cost; IVF is more involved and is often considered in different circumstances.
Is IUI painful?
IUI does not require anaesthesia. Most women describe it as similar to a routine smear test. Mild cramping or light spotting afterwards is common and usually settles within a day.
How many IUI cycles are usually advised?
This depends on the individual assessment, including age and test results. Where IUI is appropriate, a limited number of cycles is typically considered before the plan is reviewed, and the alternatives are discussed openly at each stage.
Do the fallopian tubes need to be open for IUI?
Yes. Fertilisation in IUI takes place in the fallopian tube, so at least one open tube is needed. This is usually checked with a dye test or a specialised scan before IUI is planned.
Can I carry on normally after IUI?
Most women return to their usual daily activities, including work, the same day. There is generally no need for bed rest. Any specific advice for your cycle is given before you leave the clinic.
Are there any risks?
IUI is a low-risk procedure. Where ovulation medication is used, there is a chance of more than one egg being released, which raises the possibility of a multiple pregnancy; scan monitoring is used to reduce this. Infection after IUI is uncommon.
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Ask whether IUI is a reasonable next step
Suitability depends on tubal status, semen parameters and how long conception has been attempted. The consultation covers where IUI fits, and where it does not.
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