Also called ovarian stimulation, is usually the first assisted reproductive treatment that women will turn to when seeking help to get pregnant. 30% of the reasons for infertility in women is due to ovulation disorders. Fertility drugs which help women achieve ovulation have proven to be successful. The drugs are inexpensive and can be taken over a 3 – 6 month period. Research has shown that if pregnancy has not occurred during this time, it is unlikely that it will happen through ovulation induction and the couple need to seek other types of treatment to help them conceive a baby.
Women with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), hormonal imbalances, irregular or infrequent periods may benefit from this treatment. It may not be suitable for women with premature ovarian failure (early menopause) or effective in women over 40, blocked or damaged fallopian tubes.
Clomiphene citrate(Clomid) results in ovulation in 75–90% of women with PCOS. Of those that ovulate 60–70% conceive with 40–50% resulting in live births.
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