Ovulation Induction – Enhancing Natural Fertility

Ovulation induction (OI) is a fertility treatment designed to stimulate the ovaries to release eggs during a woman’s menstrual cycle. It is often used to increase the chances of conception, particularly for individuals or couples facing irregular ovulation, anovulation, or unexplained infertility.

Who Can Benefit from Ovulation Induction?

This treatment is commonly recommended for:
✔ Women with irregular or absent ovulation
✔ Women diagnosed with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
✔ Unexplained infertility
✔ Couples planning intrauterine insemination (IUI) or IVF
✔ Low ovarian reserve (in some cases, to improve response in assisted reproduction treatments)

Medications Used for Ovulation Induction

Various medications can be used to stimulate ovulation, depending on the patient’s specific condition:

1️⃣ Clomiphene Citrate (Clomid)

• Stimulates ovulation by increasing FSH and LH production.
• Taken orally for 5 days at the beginning of the menstrual cycle.

2️⃣ Aromatase Inhibitors (Letrozole)

• Works similarly to Clomid but may be more effective for women with PCOS.

3️⃣ Gonadotropins (FSH & LH Injections)

• Directly stimulate the ovaries to produce multiple eggs.
• Used in more advanced cases or when oral medications are ineffective.

4️⃣ hCG Trigger Shot

• Given once the follicle reaches the right size, helping to release the egg at the optimal time for conception.

Monitoring the Ovulation Induction Process

Ovulation induction requires careful monitoring to optimize timing and ensure safety. The process includes:

✔ Ultrasound Scans to track follicle development.
✔ Hormone Level Testing to confirm ovulation is progressing correctly.
✔ Timed Intercourse or IUI to align conception with ovulation.

For couples with mild male factor infertility, ovulation induction is often combined with IUI to increase the chances of success.

Success Rates & Risks

✅ Highly effective for women with ovulation disorders.
✅ Less invasive than IVF and can be a first-line fertility treatment.
Risks include multiple pregnancies (twins or triplets) if multiple follicles are stimulated.

Why Choose Ovulation Induction?

For many individuals and couples struggling with infertility, IVF is not the only solution. In many cases, ovulation induction combined with timed intercourse or IUI is all that is needed to achieve pregnancy naturally.

At Thely Clinic, our fertility specialists carefully assess each patient’s unique reproductive health, ensuring the best possible treatment plan for your fertility journey.