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Ovulation Induction

Ovulation induction is when the process of ovulation (the release of a matured egg from the ovaries) is stimulated with the help of drugs. It is also used to encourage the development of ovarian follicles in the ovaries in cases of anovulation or oligoovulation. The medications used are Antiestrogen (Clomifene citrate, Tamoxifen) and Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH).

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Kindly help me to get conceived soon.

Query: Hello doctor, Last year, I gave birth to a baby boy, who died soon after birth. I am trying to conceive again, and I realized that my menstrual cycle has changed from being 28 days. Every month I tried to track my ovulation, but nothing happens. I do not know if you can help, but when I press my bre...  Read Full »


Dr. Balakrishnan R

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. How are you doing? Sorry to hear about your previous loss. You are well within the age to have the next baby. But before you start trying, I would suggest you get evaluated why the baby died last time. Periods date plus and minus seven days is normal, so I feel your peri...  Read Full »

I have been trying to get pregnant for the past two years, taking Clomifene, and have thyroid. Please help.

Query: Hello doctor, I have been trying to get pregnant for the past two years, but my gynecologist is not prescribing me Clomifene because of my thyroid issues. However, I am taking medication for that. What is the cause of my infertility? Kindly help.  Read Full »


Dr. Uzma Arqam

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. Thyroid abnormalities can be the cause of menstrual irregularities, menorrhagia, polymenorrhea, miscarriages, infertility, congenital anomalies, etc. I suggest you follow a few instructions mentioned below. Have strict control over thyro...  Read Full »

Can Dronis help me in conception and why is it prescribed?

Query: Hello doctor, I got married 15 months back. From then I am trying to conceive. I am having irregular periods only after marriage. For the past two months, my period occurred in a gap of 45 days. When I consulted my doctor, I got to know it as PCOS. I am using B-long tablet in the morning, afternoon ...  Read Full »


Dr. Shruti Kainth Kaushal

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. As you told you are having irregular periods and you have been taking treatment for PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome), it is good. For getting pregnant there are some treatment methods available, you have to take something for ovulation ind...  Read Full »

What could cause failure in ovulation induction?

Query: Hello doctor, My attempts at ovulation induction have been unsuccessful. I have completed two cycles involving tablets and HMG injections, but the reasons for the failure are unknown. Additionally, I have a history of medical conditions, specifically mild bilateral polycystic ovaries. Previous medi...  Read Full »


Dr. Sanap Sneha Umrao

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern, I want to ask the following questions: Have you undergone testing for your AMH (Anti-Mullerian hormone) levels? Has your husband undergone a semen analysis? If not, I recommend conducting these tests to gain a compre...  Read Full »

I have PCOS, and I am trying to conceive. Please help.

Query: Hi doctor,I am 28 years old. My height is 5'4" and my weight is 154.32 Ibs. We have been trying for pregnancy for a year. My husband's reports were all normal. I am having PCOS, but my periods are very regular. I am on Oxetol 300 mg for partial seizure for one year. I am also taking Metformin 500 mg...  Read Full »


Dr. Sameer Kumar

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Having seen your PCOS reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity), it is suggested that you should opt for controlled ovarian stimulation and intrauterine insemination procedure. It will increase your chance of conception by 20 percent as it would remove t...  Read Full »

I have PCOD. How can I get pregnant?

Query: Hello doctor, I have PCOD. In spite of that, I want to get pregnant soon. I took the PCOD medication for six months. I was using Krimson and due to uneasiness, now I am using Deviry. Please suggest the ways to get pregnant. I am eagerly waiting for your reply.  Read Full »


Dr. Sameer Kumar

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Firstly Deviry alone cannot treat your PCOD. PCOD is a polycystic ovarian disease which causes an increased testosterone levels in women leading to androgenic features and multiple small cysts in the ovaries. It is one of the most common reasons for irregular menses, ...  Read Full »

Can stimulating ovaries on the 5th day affect oocytes?

Query: Hello doctor, I would like to know if the ovarian stimulation for IVF can be started on the fifth day of menstruation or if it is too late. My doctor said I should start the medication for ovarian stimulation on the fifth day of the menstruation because of her schedule, but normally I used to start ...  Read Full »


Dr. Balakrishnan R

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You can start the ovulation induction within the first five days of periods. The principle behind this is that the FSH (follicle-stimulating hormone) starts to rise from the second day of the period, and by the fifth day, the follicles to be recruited t...  Read Full »

I have ovulatory dysfunction. How can I get pregnant?

Query: Hi doctor, I have had ovulatory dysfunction for about seven years. About a year ago, my husband and I decided to try starting a family. Not seeing any success, we visited a fertility doctor about two weeks ago, and she prescribed hormone blood tests. My test results are estradiol serum: 13 pg/ml, pr...  Read Full »


Dr. Balakrishnan R

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Let me get a few facts straight in relation to the hormones and ovulation, thereby, pregnancy. Twenty-eight years is a very good age to get pregnant. Your weight is within the normal range. So, anovulatory possibilities are low. Prolactin and...  Read Full »

I have not had a period in years. What medication should I take?

Query: Hi doctor,I have not had a period in years. I have taken Provera a few times to bring on a period, but that is it. I took 50 mg of Clomid, and I did not ovulate on it at all. I am 21 years old right now. I really do not understand what is going on with my body. What medication should I take to try t...  Read Full »


Dr. Balakrishnan R

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. With this limited information, it is difficult to come to a diagnosis. A few facts about the possibilities are: 1. Check your height and weight to know if you are overweight (BMI more than 24 kg/m2) or underweight (BMI...  Read Full »

I have PCOD. Can I follow a paleo diet?

Query: Hi doctor, Today I am in the 48th day of my cycle. I have PCOS. Still I did not get my periods. I took HPT on 45th day. It was negative. Tomorrow I am planning to take blood test. Currently I am taking Glycomet 500 mg. Is there any chance for positive blood test? Is HPT accurate? Suppose if I get my...  Read Full »


Dr. Dattaprasad Balasaheb Inamdar

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Chance for pregnancy depends on status of ovulation. If ovulation has occurred, normally there is 25-30% chance of pregnancy. HPT (home pregnancy test) is fairly about 99% accurate in predicting pregnancy if done in 14 days after ovulation. If done before th...  Read Full »

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