Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome is the term used to refer to the condition where there is an excess hormone. This occurs in women who take any form of hormone medication to stimulate egg development. In rare cases, OHSS may also occur during fertility treatments involving oral medications. Mild cases of OHSS may not require any medical intervention, but in more severe cases, hospitalization might be required.
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Is it dangerous to transfer the embryo when the ovary size is larger?
Query: Hello doctor, I am under the treatment of infertility. And I have started my first cycle of IVF. Before the start of the cycle my ovary size was Right: 81 mm and left: 79 mm, and for 12 days I took Recagone. Total dose 1700 IU. After 12 days in the hospital, they took my embryo and sample from my hu... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. With what I understand, you have suffered from ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome where ovarian size and volume has increased to 385cc, which is a lot and can cause sudden rupture and collapse in a patient. This is a known side effect of Follitropin injections if not... Read Full »
How can PCOS patients prevent OHSS?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 20 year old married female. I have PCOS and my husband has azoospermia. I would like to go for IVF. I have heard about OHSS in PCOS patients. Please suggest what to do. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Firstly, I am sorry to learn about your situation. I would advise you to keep your head up and not be sad. Everything will be fine in the end. Coming to OHSS (ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome), yes, it is true. PCOS - polycystic ovarian syndrome patients have a higher ... Read Full »
What is Persinal injection used for?
Query: Hi doctor, I have PCOS and planning for pregnancy. Last month I had HSG. My doctor told that my tubes are clear. My LMP was 25 days back. This month I had Persinal injection on my 3rd, 5th and 7th day. On 9th day my follicle was at the size of 19 mm. My doctor gave an injection called Lupride on my ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You are having PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome) which signifies that you have some problem in ovulation and subsequent fertilization of egg. As your tubes are open, you need some assistance for ovulation and to develop a good quality embryo. I suppose that you are goin... Read Full »
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