Please note: this webinar was recorded on the 9th of March 2022, and details were correct at the time of recording.
Speakers:
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Jonathon Morrissey, MPharm, MPSI, Director & Supervising/Superintendent Pharmacist, Marron's Pharmacy, Clane, Co.Kildare
Summary:
In this webinar Jonathon Morrissey a community pharmacist, discusses various aspects of fertility and the pharmaceutical considerations involved in fertility treatments. He highlights the importance of age in fertility, with success rates decreasing as women get older. He shares statistics on IVF success rates and the cost of fertility treatments, emphasising the need for public funding for those who cannot afford private options. He discusses the causes of fertility difficulties, including stress, medical conditions, medications, and lifestyle factors. Jonathon also explains different assisted fertility options, such as ovulation induction, intrauterine insemination, in vitro fertilisation, and intracytoplasmic sperm injection. He provides insights into the process of egg collection, embryo development, and embryo transfer.
Jonathon also discusses the protocols for ovarian stimulation, preparatory medicines used in fertility treatment, and different pharmaceutical considerations. He mentions the use of various medications, such as aspirin, prednisolone, and progesterone, and the management of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome. He emphasises the need for individualised care and timely action in fertility treatments, given that age is a crucial factor. The speaker also discusses the variation among patients in their level of understanding and retention of information, the importance of support material, and the potential impact of pharmaceutical shortages on treatment plans.