A trisomy is a type of aneuploidy (chromosomal abnormality) in which the cells of the body contain an extra copy of a chromosome. While most aneuploidies result in miscarriage, fetal development can progress to live birth in the case of trisomy 21 (Down syndrome), trisomy 18 (Edwards syndrome), trisomy 13 (Patau syndrome), and a few other, less common chromosomal abnormalities. Of the three most common trisomies, Patau syndrome is the rarest; it also has the most severe clinical presentation.
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IUI #2: Quasi Success
Seventeen days after my unsuccessful first intrauterine insemination (IUI), I began preparing for my next attempt. Since I had experienced rare but severe adverse reaction to Clomid, this time I had to order an injectable medication (Menopur), which was significantly more expensive but presumably had milder side effects. At this point, the cost didn’t matter. I just wanted results.
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Down syndrome,
IUI,
Menopur,
Patau syndrome,
trisomy 13,
trisomy 21,
Turner syndrome
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