Who Needs Ovulation Induction?

• Young patients with anovulatory cycle/where ovulation is not happening.
• Patients with polycystic ovaries.
• Unexplained infertility

Steps of Ovulation Induction

• After selection of the right patient who are young and only has difficulty in ovulating (PCOS, unexplained infertility, anovulatory cycles) with fallopian tubes being open and semen analysis being normal.
• Ovulation induction agents (tablets)of clomiphene citrate or letroz are given for 5-7 days and cycle tracking is done by ultrasound for follicular growth.
• Once the follicle is of mature size (18-22mm), a trigger injection is given for rupture of the follicle to release the ovum (egg).
• Couple is then advised to try naturally to conceive during a window prior to ovulation and for 2 days post ovulation.
• Pregnancy test is taken after 14 days.

What We Expect From You

• Time taken to conceive with these treatments is usually 1-6 months. One should understand the process of different treatment and help you to cope with it.

• Stress Management is of utmost importance using different methods like clear understanding of the treatment, keeping the expectations real and to use holistic approach as it helps to create a balance between mind, body and soul.
• If there are any concerns feel free to get in touch with your doctor or the counselor in the clinic

Number Of Visits, hospital Stay And Success Rate

• 3-4 visits for ultrasounds done over a period of 14 days.
• No hospital admission is required.

Success Rate:- 10-15% per cycle.

Frequently asked questions

Q1. What is Ovulation induction?

Ans:- Ovulation induction is a simple, safe, and convenient treatment option for many couples, but it requires careful patient selection.
After a baseline ultrasound to rule out any cysts or uterus lining more then 5-6mm, treatment starts on Day 2 or Day 3 of the cycle.

Q2. How much do the ovulation induction medicines cost?

Ans- Cost of ovulation induction medicine is not fixed because dose of medicines and injections depends on body weight and age, so cost may vary.