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Medication
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I am a mother of 3 and a healthy 29 year old. I did however take some medication after pregnancy for post partum depression, which I am no longer on, is this a problem? Also what is the medication that is eventually given to the donor called?

I have a history of migraines, smoke, and take anxiety meds occasionally.
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If I have a history of migraines, and occasionally take anxiety meds would I be ineligible to donate? I am currently trying to quit smoking as well. I am a normal weight for my height, active excersiser, and married with 3 children, youngest one is 2

Can I become an egg donor if I have nicotine in my system? I don't do drugs or drink.
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I smoke ciggeretts. I don't do drugs or drink. Can I become an egg donor with nicotine in my system?

Do they provided travel expenses or do I have to pay for that?
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I want to donate for the first time, and was wondering if they provide travel expenses?

Can I be an egg donor if I have smoked marijuana and cigarettes in the past?
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Will I be able to become an egg donor if I have been a smoker of both marijuana and cigarettes in the past? If I am able to, how long would I have to wait to be a donor? I am currently not smoking either!

What are reguirements to becoming an egg donor?
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I'm a smoker working on quitting, used pot in the past but no longer do, and am an occasional drink for special occasions, will I be able to fill the requirements of becoming an egg donor in the future?

I had a miscarriage, so am I still able to donate eggs?
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I have had one miscarriage, but I have given birth to three healthy children. Am I able to donate?

Can I still be an egg donor if my mother had breast cancer?
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I want to donate my eggs, but I really don't want to go through any appointments until I know if this could effect my elgibility.

What's the process in getting started to donate my eggs?
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I would like to know how do I would get started in becoming an egg donar? I am healthy 25 year old and I would like to donate my eggs.

What are the risks of becoming infertile after donating eggs?
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What are the chances of me becoming infertile after the egg donation procedure and is the procedure death threatening?

If I have a dui on my record can I still donate eggs?
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I have a DUI on my record but I do not have any family history of alcoholism and passed an evaluation years ago. Would I still be able to donate eggs?

I am interested in becoming an egg donator, how do I go about this?
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I am interested in becoming an egg donator, how do I go about this?

I just recently got put on anti-depressants, am I eligible to donate my eggs?
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I'm 22 years old, full time student. I recently aought help for my depression. I've been on prozac for about 5 months and plan to be off of it in a few months. Am I stil eligible to become an egg doner?

Could I donate eggs if I have the Lap-Band?
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Can you donate eggs if you have Lap-band and your current BMI is 26? I'm unrestricted at the moment and my labs are all within normal range.

Do I have to take birth control pills to be an egg donor?
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I had a Pulminary Embolism from taking birth control pills in the past. Is it nessesary to take them to be a donor?

Do I have to have a diploma or ged to donate eggs?
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I don't have a diploma or ged can I still donate? I was just wondering if there was any educational requirements?

I'm 37 with 5 children. Am I still eligible to become an egg donor?
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I am 37 and have 5 beautiful healthy children. Am I able to be an egg donor?

If I am taking anxiety medication can I still donate my eggs?
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I am 27 years old and have four children ranging in ages 1 to 10. My husband and I are finished having children and I would love to help someone feel as much joy as I do with my children. If I am on anxiety medication am I still able to donate my eggs?

Am I qualified to be a donor or a surrogate?
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I am 37 years old. I have 5 children. The oldest is 15. The youngest is 1. My 2 year old has Cystic Fibrosis. Am I qualified to be a donor or a surrogate?

Can you still donate eggs if you are using the mirana?
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I have been using the mirana since 2007 and it is close to the time of taking it out. I am also 30, engaged, and have had 2 children. Will I still be allowed to donate?

Currently pregnant..will family history make me ineligible as a donor?
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I'm currently pregnant but interested in donating my eggs. How long after pregnancy do I need to wait to apply? Also there is family history of Pancreotic Cancer - would that make me ineligible as a donor?

I've had five Children who are all a year apart and from the same husband. Could I donate my eggs?
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I'm 26 years old and married. I have five Children all a year apart and all by my husband. Could I donate my eggs?

Can you still donate eggs while on the Depo Provera shot?
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I am on the depo shot..can you still donate eggs? or would I have to stop the shot?

Does a condition such as PCOS keep you from donating eggs?
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Or would that not likely be cause to be turned away if you have become pregnant and thus proving your fertility ability?

Can an international student donate?
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Can an international student donate if I'm living in florida?

Can a student donate if not born in the same state?
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I am 22 yrs old and I want to know if a college student in Florida can become a donor if I wasn't born here?

How soon after the application is submitted is the screening?
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How soon after the application is submitted is the screening to see if one qualifies to become a donor begin?

Is there any background check required to donate?
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I am interested in donating my eggs but I will like to know if they will be any background checks by the agency or by the FDA to be able to donate

What's the upper age limit for recipients?
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What is the upper age limit for recipients - I am in my 50s and would like to have this procedure.
What is the likely cost?
Thanks
Lauren

I'm 20 years old with a son. Can I become an egg donor?
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I'm 20 years old and married with a son. He's almost 2 years old.. Can I be an egg donor?

I'd love to be able to give some one the joy of having a child.

Why must donors be between the ages of 21-29 to be eigable to donate eggs?
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Why are 18-20 year olds considered uneligable to donate?

Can I donate if I smoke cigarettes?
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I was wondering if I can still donate if I smoke cigarettes?

Can I still donate if my tubes are tied?
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I got my tubes tied almost 8 yrs ago when I had my son. Can I still donate my eggs? Also, do I have any chance of getting pregant myself if I'm active? I got hurt 2 months ago and was on heavy medication. How long do I have to wait after took before I can register?

Can I become a donor during my trip to America, as a Swedish citizen?
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Can I become a donor during my trip to America, as a Swedish citizen?

I have a dear friend who became a mother through donation, who inspired me to donate myself.

How long would my trip to America have to be?

Will my Swedish insurance cover it?

Can I do any of the tests back home, before I come over?

Is there any money out of my pocket to be an egg donor?
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Is there any money out of my pocket to be an egg donor? I do not have insurance.

If my mother is diabetec, can I be a donor?
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I currently smoke marijuana on occasion, can I become an egg donor?
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If not, how long would I need to stay clean?

Will I be able to donate if I'm 39 years old?
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If I'm 39 years old will I be able to donate?

Would I be able to donate eggs as a moderate drinker?
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I do not smoke cigerettes, but I am a moderate drinker. Would I be able to donate eggs?

Is it possible to have multiple babies through egg donation?
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My husband and I have been trying to conceive for 12 months now, and we have not been successful. I am turning 31 tomorrow and he is 45. Is there anyway we can go through egg donation in hopes of having 2 or more babies at once?

Will I be able to use an egg donor if I am a single female without a partner?
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Will I be able to use an egg donor if I am a single female without a partner? I want to use a donor but I do not have a spouse or partner, is this possible?

If I smoked marijuana in the past, will this affect my ability to donate?
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I used to smoke marijuana in college. I haven't smoked in years. Will I be eligible to donate my eggs?

How do I become an Egg Donor?
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I have no complications or illnesses etc. I am a 27 year old mother.

Can I donate eggs if I have HPV?
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Is it possible to donate eggs if I have been diagnosed with HPV?

Are there risks associated with Egg Donation?
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What are the risks of donating eggs? Is there a chance a woman who donates eggs will not be able to conceive a child as a result of the donation?

How many visits does it require to donate eggs?
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I live about an hour and a half from the donation facility and was wondering approximately how many visits egg donation takes?

Can I still have a baby after being an Egg Doner?
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Can I still have a baby after being an Egg Doner?

To be an Egg Donor do you need to take hormone injections?
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To be an Egg Donor do you need to take hormone injections?

Is age a factor for Egg Donation?
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I am 34 an I turn 35 in 8 months would I still be allowed to donate my eggs?

If you're on birth control can you still Donate Eggs?
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If you're on birth control can you still Donate Eggs?

Do you need a college degree to donate eggs?
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Do I need a college degree donate??

If I a history of treated std's can I still be a Egg Donor?
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I am 26 and have 4 children and I am fairly healthy but I do have herpes and a history of std's. Does this disqualify me from becoming a donor?

How long does the Egg Donation process take?
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How long does the entire process take usually, from the time I contact the clinic to the time I get paid?

Are recovered drug users allowed to Donate Eggs?
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Are recovered drug users allowed to Donate Eggs?

How long do I have to wait after having a tattoo before I can donate eggs?
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How long do I have to wait after having a tattoo before I can donate eggs?

If I have tattoos can I still donate eggs?
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If I have tattoos can I still donate eggs?

If you have an STD does that disqualify you from Egg Donation?
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If you have an STD does that disqualify you from Egg Donation?

Is there any possibility fo a women 59 years old to have an egg donated successfully?
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Would it be medically possible, not would such & such center accept it. What does it all entail?

Can I have sexual intercourse if I am going to donate my eggs?
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My husband and I are done having children and he is going to have a vasectomy. If I donate my eggs, and he's been cleared to have unprotected sex, can we still have sex during the donation process?

Can I donate my eggs if I am currently on the pill?
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I am currently one Nora-BE birth control pill, can I continue to take this and still donate my eggs?

Will hypothyroidism effect my ability to participate in Egg Donation?
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I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism a year ago but it is currently under control w/ medication. Would this be a hinderance in donating my eggs? Also, what is the suggested BMI for a prospective donor?

If I have a child with Diabetes Type 1, may I qualify to become an egg donor?
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I am 26 yrs old looking to become an egg donor but one of my children has Type 1 Diabetes.... Will this stop me from becoming an egg donor?

I am a medical Marijuana patient how long do I need to be clean before I am allowed to participate in Egg Donation?
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Am I even allowed to donate? I am on medical marijuana for cronic knee pain from middle school because of sports.

If I have family history of breast cancer, am I an eligible egg donor still?
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My mother had Stage 0 breast cancer. Will this stop me from becoming a donor?

Does your BMI have to be in a certain range to donate eggs?
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Do you have to lose weight in order to be eligible to donate eggs?

How long should I wait to donate my eggs after having a baby?
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How long should I wait to donate my eggs after having a baby?

If I have PCOS can I still participate in Egg Donation?
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I am 24 and I have pcos an am on metformin could I still donate eggs?

How long after pregnancy should someone wait to be an Egg Donor?
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If I am pregnant now how long would I have to wait to be an egg donor.

Can I donate eggs if I've had a drug background years ago?
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In 2006 I was in rehab for a drug addiction can I still donate eggs?

Can Canadians donate eggs in the USA?
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Is it possible for Canadians to donate eggs and be compensated if they get the procedure done in the USA?

Can I donate eggs if my tubes are tied?
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I just had my tubes tied about 5 months ago can I still donate my eggs?

What fertility options do couples have with Turner syndrome?
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I am a 31 year old female with mosaic's turner syndrome. I heard it may be dangerous for my heart to be pregnant. Wondering what my options besides egg donor.

How old do you need to be to donate an egg?
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Is there a certain age you need to be to donate an egg, and is it a dangerous or painful experience?

Am I an eligible donor if I have had a partial hysterectomy?
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I had a partial hysterectomy (still have functioning ovaries) am I eligible to be a donor?

Can you still be a canadate for Egg Donation if you do not ovulate frequently?
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Is this possible?

Can I donate eggs even though I'm type 2 Diabetic?
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Is this allowed?

I only have one ovary can I still donate eggs?
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I have one fully functioning ovary & have regular monthly cycles. Can I still donate?

If you have an STD are you still allowed to donate eggs?
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Does having an STD disqualify me from being an egg donor?

If I have already had a child am I allowed to participate in Egg Donation?
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And if i have an IUD place in will i still be able to donate?

Can a healthy female in late 40s donate eggs?
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Is this allowed?

Is there any specific weight requirement to be a Egg Donor?
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Is there any specific weight requirement to be a egg donor?

Does Egg Donation hurt?
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Is this process painful and how long does this process take?

If I used to smoke can I still participate in Egg Donation
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I USED to be a smoker. How long am I required to wait before I donate eggs?

If I am 20 years old am I eligible for Egg Donation, or do I need to be older?
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I am 20 years old, in good health, with no history of health or family problems can I still be considered, or do I not meet the age requirement?

If I have had a Hysterectomy do I still produce eggs?
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If I have had a Hysterectomy do I still produce eggs?

Wwhat are the medications given to the donor to stimulate egg production?
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I would like the name or names of the actual drugs given and are there short or long term side affects?

How much money does an Egg Donor get?
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Is an egg donor usually paid?

If I am 18 years old am I allowed to participate in Egg Donation?
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Can I donate?

Is Egg Donation still possible following a partial hysterectomy?
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I have had a partial hysterectomy but still have my ovaries. I would like to help those that haven't been as fortunate.

I have had a tubal, however would love to donate eggs. Am I still able to?
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I have 3 wonderful children and am done having children, however I would love to help others enjoy what I so greatly enjoy....having a family! I was just curious if in my situation I could still do this? Thank you for your help!

If I am on prescription medicine will this affect my ability to donate eggs?
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I am on prescription painkillers, would this affect my ability to donate eggs?

If you have a contraceptive implant can you still make an Edd Donation?
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I have a contraceptive implant, would I have to have it removed to make a donation?

Will donating my eggs affect or have the potential to affect my ability to get pregnant when I decide to have children?
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I do plan to have a family some day, and I would not donate eggs if there is a potential that it would affect my ability to get pregnant. And also could donating eggs mean early menopause for me?

Is there compensation involved with Egg Donation?
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I'm young healthy, in school, and unemployed. My question really is there some type of pay or compensation for donating my eggs?

Can you make an egg donation if you have had your tubes tied?
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I had my tubes tied after I gave birth to my son this year in February. Can I still donate my eggs to someone in need or is it impossible since my tubes have been tied?

Can an Egg Donor lose weight to fit in the BMI?
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If I was planning to donate eggs, can I change my behavior (quit smoking and drinking, eat healthy) in order to be a possible candidate?

Is it possible to donate eggs if your tubes have been tied?
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If I got my tubes tied would I be able to donate my eggs?

What affect does Sjogrens Syndrome have on possible egg donors?
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I would love to be a donor, but have Sjogren's syndrome. Does that eliminate me from being able to donate?

Does it effect you're ability to have children after donating your eggs?
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Basically what is the risk, of not being able to have children yourself after the donation of your eggs.

What risks are associated with egg donation?
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I am interested in egg donation. However, I was just curious about some of the possible risks associated with it? Such as are there any risks for me not to be able to carry children in the future? Also, how many eggs do you take each time

I turned 35 in August and I am wanting to be an egg donor, am to old for the procedure?
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Is 35 too old to be an egg donor?

If I have herpes, can I still donate my eggs?
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If have herpes can i still donate my eggs, but I haven't had an outbreak in a year.

Are there any medical conditions that would prevent egg donation?
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Are there laws in terms of genetic conditions that would make me unable to donate eggs? What if I'm donating to a friend and she's okay with it?

I am 40 years old, is it too late to donate my eggs?
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As a 40 year old woman is it too late to donate my eggs? Are there any complications involved with egg donation when you are an older individual?

Can you donate eggs if you are on birth control?
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Can you donate if you've had your tubes tied?

If I am interested in egg donation where should I start?
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What is the first step I should take if I am interested in being an egg donor?

Do essure micro inserts hinder egg donation?
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Can I still donate my eggs if I have essure micro inserts in place?

What are the side affects of egg donation?
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What are the risk after the egg donation procedure is finished?

Is it okay to have sex during the egg donation period?
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Are you able to be sexually active during the period that you are donating your eggs?

How can I fill out an application to be an Egg Donor?
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I am very interested in becoming an egg donor and was wondering how I can go about the process or how I can fill out an application?

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