Table 2 Summary of themes and subthemes obtained from content analysis
Theme | Subthemes |
|---|---|
1. Societal influence on IVF treatment experience | Stigma associated with seeking IVF treatment Loss of masculine identity |
2. Social support during IVF treatment | Spousal support Support from friends |
3. Feeling insignificant | Biased encounters with IVF staff Undefined roles |
4. Financial burden | |
5. IVF as an emotional bridge | |
6. Inadequate sensitization | |
7. Fear of treatment failure. |