Having children is the dream of every married couple. Now when talking about offspring, it must be related to the fertility of the couple. Obstetrics and Gynecology Specialist, Fertility Consultant from Tangerang EMC Hospital (EMCT Hospital), dr. Marinda Suzanta, Sp.OG (K-FER), D.MAS,F.ART, CHt,Ci , explained that a person is declared infertile or has impaired fertility "if a couple has been married for 12 months, they have sexual intercourse at least three times a week. and do not use contraception, and do not have children, it can be stated that a person has fertility problems," explained Dr. Marinda.
Therefore, to find out if you have fertility problems, there are several tests that can be done at the Fertility Clinic at EMC Hospital Tangerang:
- Sperm Analysis
Fertility tests are important for men or husbands to find out signs of fertility. In this test, a clinical pathologist Dr. Sunarto will immediately carry out several tests on sperm or sperm analysis, starting from structure, shape, movement, acidity level (pH), thickness, color and amount. Normally men emit at least 15 million sperm. Dr. Marinda revealed that the examination was carried out by Dr. Sunarto in detail and thoroughly. Because sperm is the main character in this drama, said Dr. marina"..
- Uterine Evaluation
The uterus, interpreted by Dr. Marinda, is the bed of the fetus. Therefore, during the pregnancy program (promil) it is important to do a uterine examination. At EMC Tangerang, examination of the uterine cavity uses a tool called a hysteroscope.
"This is one of our advantages because not all centers provide uterine binoculars. When searching, hysteroscopy is the golden standard in uterine examination. This examination takes only 30 seconds to one minute, and we also don't use pain relievers because we rely on hypnotherapy analgesia. ," explained Dr Marinda.
- Tubal Examination
After going through an evaluation of the uterine cavity, it is followed by an examination of the fallopian tubes or commonly called Hysterosalpingography (HSG). The HSG test is important to do, to find out if there is a blockage or other problems because this is where fertilization occurs or where sperm and egg meet. The HSG test at the EMCT Fertility Clinic is also a mainstay for many patients who check for fertility disorders, along with radiologist dr. Nuzul Iman, Sp. Rad.
- Evaluation of Ovulation
After going through several of these stages, the doctor then evaluates ovulation. This means that there will be examinations starting from checking progesterone to finding out the patient's estimated ovulation via ultrasound. "I am proud and happy to be part of this team, one of our team, Dr. Gede Widi Mariada , is an ultrasound expert. If we find a difficult case, we don't hesitate to discuss the results of the examination with the patient. That way, the patient feels more comfortable and calm in through treatment, the opinion of 2 experts is better than one person, even if the patient needs surgery, our ob-gyn team will do both, so the patient doesn't need to worry, the patient is treated by 2 experts with the same level, the point is we will make our patient safe and comfortable and to support patient comfort, patients are made very comfortable by our midwife bd. Marlin who takes care of all patient needs from the start of admission to discharge so patients don't have to bother going back and forth just for registration etc…” explained Dr. Marinda.
Education plus HYPNOFERTILITY
Not only that, the EMCT Fertility Clinic does not only carry out examinations of the reproductive system. The obstetrician team is also ready to handle all kinds of conditions and diseases that affect the health of the female reproductive system.
Again, another advantage offered to its patients is education. Doctor Marinda explained, the Fertility Clinic deliberately limits the number of patients who come every day.
"On average we receive 4-6 patients. All patients who come here are also scheduled so that they don't overlap because each time they arrive they can consult for a long time, around 2-3 hours," said Dr. Marinda. When the consultation is carried out, Dr. Marinda and other fellow doctors certainly provide a lot of insight for the patient.
"Patients don't see me every month for this promil,...well, only about 2-3 times, we have more patients from outside the island, we meet at most once,...once we meet, it can take 2-3 hours and all patients MUST go through an educational program in which we include a relaxation technique called hypnofertility,…now patients often call or send WhatsApp messages,” said Dr. Marinda, who is affectionately called Dr. Manda.
Education is carried out for 3-4 hours in the hall of the EMC Hospital, which of course during this pandemic is very concerned about health protocols, and this education is carried out in the first week of every month.
What is the educational content conveyed? Lots! Starting from an explanation of the process of getting pregnant to the occurrence of fertilization, to a healthy way of life including setting the time for intercourse.
"And most importantly, we also conduct education related to the patient's psychology, namely hypnotherapy. This hypnotherapy session is important for patients to follow to minimize their anxiety while going through this pregnancy program," explained Dr. Marinda.
For further information and registration, contact the EMC Tangerang & Pekayon Hospital Fertility Hotline: 0858 9009 0986.