{"id":16623,"date":"2023-11-27T09:24:48","date_gmt":"2023-11-27T09:24:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/olgafertilityclinic.com\/?p=16623"},"modified":"2023-11-29T17:00:54","modified_gmt":"2023-11-29T17:00:54","slug":"mizuyo-nagano-my-success-story-egg-donation-at-age-of-50","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/olgafertilityclinic.com\/en\/success-stories\/mizuyo-nagano-my-success-story-egg-donation-at-age-of-50\/","title":{"rendered":"Mizuyo Nagano \u201cMy success story. Egg donation at age of 50.\u201d"},"content":{"rendered":"

Mizuyo Nagano:<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"Mizuyo“I met my current husband when I was 45 years old. Until then, I had been single for a very long time and had never thought about having children or a family, so I didn’t have any knowledge about pregnancy, and I thought I could get pregnant if I was healthy and strong.<\/p>\n

Naturally, there was no sign of pregnancy for more than one year, then I learned for the first time that the number of eggs decreases with age and the quality deteriorates. So I researched about IVF and contacted several clinics in Sweden. But they all had age limit at the age of 43, and I was refused medical treatment. I somehow managed to get a chance to speak directly with the doctor, but what doctor told me was that using eggs from my age would be too risky for the embryo and advised to undergo egg donation treatment. In 2018, egg donation was not available yet in Sweden, so I had to contact other countries.<\/p>\n

At first, I thought like every woman, resisted to accept egg donation, because I felt like it was going against the laws of nature, and I tried to give up on having a child.\u00a0 I thought it was a punishment for me to not having knowledge about pregnancy and not having a family until these ages.<\/p>\n

But when I had my third cervical conization (because of my PAP test was positive), my cervix was already less than 3cm long, and the doctor told me that it was impossible to remove any more of my cervix and that why I should to have a complete hysterectomy (take out all uterus).<\/p>\n

“But I really want to have a child!!!” At that moment, I cried and really wished from the bottom of my heart.”<\/p>\n

If you are in your late 40s or early 50s and dreaming for a child, do no give up your dream!<\/strong><\/p>\n

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\n“I decided to try egg donation treatment before taking out my uterus, and researched Ivf clinics in other countries. But most European clinics had an age limit of 47 years old.\u00a0 there were only few of clinics where I could receive treatment at 49 years old, I chose three clinics from among them and had them a free consultation. My question was whether it was possible for me to become pregnant at the age of 49 without any experience of IVF and had multiple cervical conizations. All of them told me that there is possibility for me, but the age limit was approaching, so I should start treatment right away and discuss donor options with the coordinator. They were very kind and explained me how simply process for the treatment and prescription for medicines also easy, which seemed so easy for me to try. But something inside me feels like not clear.<\/p>\n

Olga Clinic is popular in Sweden, and I had read many people’s experiences by forum in internet, but the requirements for getting a visa, prescription of medicine between Russia and Sweden, how to travel (in Corona time), and the length of stay are more complicated than clinics in Europe, that’s why I was hesitant.<\/p>\n

However, when I attended the Olga Clinic’s webinar in 2020 for the first time, I was deeply shocked!<\/p>\n

At the webinar, Dr. Olga said “Pregnancy (whether a \u201cgolden egg\u201d will be born or not) is not a gamble!!” “I understand that the patient thinks so. But there is always a reason why the patient cannot become pregnant, and it is the doctor’s work to research that cause and find the solution for the patient!!”\u00a0 I was so impressed and deeply moved by her words. This ambitious, honest and responsible attitude is the basis for all staff at Olga Clinic.<\/p>\n

After that, I had a free consultation with Dr. Anna Ivanova. I asked her if there is a chance, I could get pregnant, like I had asked at other clinics. Dr. Anna said gently and clearly, “I can’t say that you can get pregnant right now without I actually see your uterus.” What a negative response I had, but at the same time, the things I had been unsure about in consultations with other clinics were cleared up and became clear. This answer made me sense, and I felt that I could trust this doctor.
\nThe doctor continued “My recommendation is to do a hysteroscopy to check the state of the uterus before starting infertility treatment. And if I determine that there is a possibility that you can become pregnant, will you sure begin treatment. that’s safer for you.” I agreed with her opinion and went to Olga Clinic for a hysteroscopy (and ERA test).<\/p>\n

Thanks to the prompt response of our administrator Valeria, I was able to obtain a visa in 3 weeks. And regarding the logistical issues that I was concerned about, the clinic arranged a special charter for the patient, allowing for safe and smooth travel in Corona-time!<\/p>\n

All staffs at the clinic were very kind and I was able to receive treatment without any warry.
As a result of these efforts, the condition of my uterine wall and endometrium improved, and found the timing of the implantation window (which later than normal timing), and I continued to do egg donation treatment.<\/p>\n

When my partner and I visited the clinic again for the treatment, I was one week before turned 50 of age. All the tests went well, but the donor’s ovulation was slow, so there was a delay of 2-3 days until the eggs were collected and became fertilized. A day after I turned 50, I had a embryo transplant. The doctor tells me with her biggest smile, “Happy birthday! I have a wonderful present for you!!” It turned out that 10 good grade blastocysts had been produced!!! I was shocked and went up to the treatment bed to do the embryo transfer with dream feeling.<\/p>\n

Fortunately, the embryo was successfully implanted, and thanks to the clinic’s well-prepared and appropriate response, including medications treatment and a very important and successful second plan (Plan-B) in case of bleeding! My pregnancy was able to continue, and I was overwhelmed with emotion when I saw a little heartbeat at ultrasound!!<\/p>\n

After I became pregnant, my cervix was only about 2cm longer, and my placenta was low-positioned. So, I was as anxious as happy during my pregnancy. However, thanks to Dr. Olga Romanova, who has a wealth of knowledge and experience, always kindly and carefully supported me until I gave birth. I was able to give birth at the age of 50!<\/p>\n

Lastly, if I could give advice to women who are considering infertility treatment, it would be Olga Clinic, because…<\/strong><\/p>\n