Risks

Intrauterine insemination is a relatively simple and safe procedure, and the risk of serious complications is low. Risks include:

• Infection. There's a slight risk of developing an infection as a result of the procedure.
• Spotting. Sometimes the process of placing the catheter in the uterus causes a small amount of vaginal bleeding. This doesn't usually have an effect on the chance of pregnancy.
• Multiple pregnancy. IUI itself isn't associated with an increased risk of a multiple pregnancy — twins, triplets or more. But, when coordinated with ovulation-inducing medications, the risk of a multiple pregnancy increases significantly. A multiple pregnancy has higher risks than a single pregnancy does, including early labor and low birth weight.