Ovulation Induction
Suitable For
The Process
At City Fertility, we know your journey to parenthood is personal. Our caring team will support you through every step of the Ovulation Induction process. To learn more, please visit our Patient information booklets page and view the Ovulation Induction (OI) PDF here.
Step 2: Initial Consultation
When you first meet with a City Fertility specialist, you will undergo fertility testing that includes blood tests to assess ovulation and hormone levels. Your doctor may recommend ovulation induction as a first treatment. Ovulation induction is not suitable for everyone. This treatment depends on factors such as a woman’s age, medical diagnosis, and the results of the initial semen analysis.
Step 2: Stimulation
Ovarian stimulation involves taking oral medication or follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) injections at the start of your period to stimulate the ovaries to encourage the growth of multiple follicles containing eggs.
Step 3: Control & Monitoring
Your fertility specialist will closely monitor your ovarian response during the stimulation phase with ultrasounds and/or blood tests. This is important as ovulation induction medication is powerful. This means your medication may need to be adjusted to control the size and number of follicles and to reduce the risk of multiple pregnancies.
Step 4: Egg release – Ovulation
When the follicles are mature, you will take an intramuscular injection of Human Chorionic Gonadotrophin (hCG) in preparation for intercourse or intra-uterine insemination (IUI).
Next Steps
City Fertility have helped thousands of individuals and couples to become parents, and we would love to help you. Our fertility specialists will create a personalised treatment plan and guide you through every step of your IVF journey. With 18 IVF clinics, 50 consulting locations and over 60 specialists around Australia there is a City Fertility specialist to help you.
FAQs
01 What are the potential risks of ovulation induction?
While ovulation induction can be an effective solution, it’s essential to be aware of potential ovulation induction risks and side effects:
- Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome (OHSS): In some cases, the ovaries may become overly stimulated, leading to swelling and pain. Severe cases can require hospitalisation.
- Multiple Pregnancies: Induction medications can increase the likelihood of twins or higher-order multiples, which may carry additional risks for both mother and babies.
- Mood Swings and Hot Flashes: Hormonal medications can lead to emotional changes and physical symptoms similar to those experienced during menopause.
If you experience any of these, notify your fertility clinic straight away.
02 Can ovulation induction help me fall pregnant?
Ovulation induction can assist in a successful pregnancy, but everyone’s fertility journey is different, so it is best to see a fertility specialist to find out if it can help you fall pregnant. Book an appointment with our team today.
03 I am not ovulating, what can I do?
An irregular or non-existent menstrual cycle can be problematic if you are trying to conceive. Seeing a specialist about regulating your cycle is the best course of action in these cases.
04 What is ovulation?
Ovulation is the phase mid-way through a woman’s 28-day menstrual cycle – between days 10-16 if you have a regular cycle – when egg cells are released from the ovaries. It is not possible to get pregnant in a cycle without ovulation.
05 Who is Ovulation Induction Not Suitable For?
Ovulation Induction treatment is not recommended for:
- Women over 38 years of age.
- Women with tubal blockage or severe tubal damage.
- Women with severe endometriosis.
- Couples with a low sperm count or poor sperm motility/morphology.
06 Can I download a PDF about ovulation induction treatment?
Yes, you can view it here: [View online].
Every IVF journey is different.
That’s why our team of specialists, scientists and nurses are here to provide personalised care and answer your questions at every stage.