UK Fertility Clinics Pushing Unproven Treatments

In the UK, a story unfolds with care,
Fertility patients seeking a family to share.
But some clinics offer add-ons, a costly affair,
With little proof they'll help, and risks to beware.

They're optional treatments, not proven to aid,
But patients are sold on them, with a hopeful trade.
Seventy-three percent said they'd given a try,
Based on the clinic's word, without a second eye.

A vitamin tablet, a test, or acupuncture too,
These add-ons can cost thousands, oh what to do?
The HFEA warns of the risks, and the money to pay,
But clinics must tell patients, in a clear, honest way.

A traffic-light tool, to help patients decide,
Genetic tests, and scratching the womb's inside.
Assist hatching, a small crack to make,
But the evidence is lacking, for these add-ons to take.

Patients are satisfied, with the care they receive,
But the HFEA is worried, about the NHS's relieve.
Private patients wait less, than those on the NHS list,
A year or more, for treatment, what a frustrating twist.