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Medical Conditions - Follicle Stimulating Hormone

Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) is a hormone that is produced by the pituitary gland. It helps regulate the functions of both ovaries and testes to produce egg and sperm respectively. Low levels of FSH causes difficulty in getting pregnant.

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Can high prolactin with regular periods affects ovulation?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. High prolactin levels with galactorrhea (milky nipple discharge other than normal breast feeding) can often cause delayed ovulation and irregular menses.

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Kindly suggest appropriate tests and treatment for my symptoms.

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. This is probably PCOS/PMOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome/polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome) as you mentioned. Your history is consistent with it.

Do PCOS/PMOS and SUFE have some underlying cause?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Certainly, there is a possibility of underlying hormonal abnormalities. Scarred kidney is due to infection, that should be left apart.

Can irregular periods indicate PCOS/PMOS?

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My period is late by a day. Why did not I get my periods?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concerns. I request you to provide following information: Dates of the last three or four menstrual cycles.

Can hormone levels affect fertility at age 32?

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How can a woman treat hormonal breakouts and cystic acne?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your query and understand your concern.

Kindly advise regarding estradiol levels in a healthy woman.

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. There are two major types of estrogen, the female sex hormone. They are estradiol and estrone.

Can high FSH levels and no sperm count indicate infertility?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your query and understand your concern.

I am 44 years old and trying to get pregnant for the first time. Do I need to take Folic acid?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Congratulations on your wedding. First thing you should do is to start Folic acid and try for timed intercourse.

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