Ovarian Function and Fertility

If you and are your partner seem to have tried everything and yet you still wonder "Why can't I get pregnant?", it may be time to visit a fertility specialist. You may be having problems with your ovarian function.

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, or PCOS, is a common ovulatory disorder. Women with PCOS have cysts on their ovaries that can cause irregular periods, excess weight, chronic pelvic pain and body hair as well as a host of other symtpoms. Getting pregnant with PCOS is also likely to be extremely difficult. However, speaking with a fertility specialist, like those at the Fertility Centers of Illinois, can help you learn more about the disorder and what you can do to overcome your difficulties in getting pregnant.

Your ovarian function can also be affected by an imbalance in your hormones. To determine if a hormonal imbalance is the cause of your troubles when trying to conceive, a full fertility assessment is recommended. Not only can this help determine the reason for the disruption in your ovarian function, it can also give your fertility specialist a clear picture of what steps to take to improve your fertility. Often, medication can help to even out your hormones.

When fertility drugs can't help, though, you may choose to use assisted reproductive techniques, like IVF or ICSI. Women whose infertility problems stem from ovulation problems may want to look into egg donation to help them achieve pregnancy.

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