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I am 11 stone 12 pounds should i lose weight for ivf i have just had a failed ivf?

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Check BMI: Go online to find a free bmi calculator (which uses both your height and weight). If your bmi is over 30, consider dropping it down to below that to optimize your outcome. If your bmi is 35 or above, that can prognosticate a lower success with ivf as well.

Answered 12/7/2012

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