Ovarian cancer screening includes pelvic examination, transvaginal ultrasonography, and possible measurement of serum levels of the tumor marker CA Studies have shown that several treatments and factors can reduce the risk of ovarian cancer. For example, pregnancy has been shown to reduce the risk of developing this disease by 40 percent. Recent studies suggest that tubal ligation, hysterectomy, and surgically removing the ovaries after completing childbearing for women of high risk such as those who have relatives who have had ovarian cancer may also reduce the risk of developing this disease.
Multiple studies have demonstrated a percent decrease in ovarian cancer in women who use oral contraceptives. Follicle Stimulating Hormone FSH containing drugs are used to stimulate a follicle egg to develop and mature They are also used to stimulate the development of multiple eggs for in vitro fertilization IVF. Because they were human derived, they also contained impurities, notably luteinizing hormone LH. They also had to be administered by intramuscular injection, which is painful and inconvenient.
More recent products include Gonal-F, and Follistim, which are produced using genetic recombinant technology. These FSH products are pure and can be given subcutaneously just beneath the skin. Serono recently released Luveris recombinant LH for use in patients that are hypogonadotropic have very low levels of gonadotropins. In a normal cycle, levels of FSH vary in relationship to hormones such as estrogen.
When FSH is given by injection, it directly stimulates the recruitment and development of follicles in contrast to Clomid, which works at the hypothalamus.
Numerous eggs are needed in IVF cycles as some are immature and cannot be fertilized. As patients undergo ovulation induction with FSH, they are carefully monitored by estradiol measurements, ultrasound to visualize the ovaries and follicles, and physical examination. All physicians administer these products using individualized protocols for each patient. FSH should only be administered by an fertility specialist thoroughly trained in its use.
Patients must be monitored and dosages adjusted to avoid potentially serious side effects such as ovarian hyperstimulation. Most high order multiple births triplets, or more reported by the media are due to FSH stimulated intrauterine insemination IUI cycles that were not managed by a fertility specialist. Because the suppression is so complete, these drugs can be used during in vitro fertilization IVF treatment for shorter periods of time.
Lupron is available in an injectable form. UCSF Health medical specialists have reviewed this information. It is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace the advice of your doctor or other health care provider.
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Related Conditions. Infertility in Men. Infertility in Women. The following common fertility drugs are used for ovulation induction. Clomiphene Citrate Seraphene and Clomid Clomiphene citrate is an oral medication that induces ovulation by blocking estrogen receptors. Continue reading For unexplained infertility, clomiphene citrate is prescribed with intrauterine insemination IUI. These increased levels of androgens, such as testosterone and androstenedione, may interfere with normal follicular development and ovulation.
In these cases, low doses of corticosteroids can be used to lower the androgen levels to the normal range. One drug commonly used for this is dexamethasone. It is given in an extremely low dose that almost never has serious side effects. Thyroid It is important that the thyroid gland function normally for regular ovulation to occur. Simple blood tests can usually detect thyroid problems. In such cases, hormone supplements of thyroid— such as Synthroid or others— may be needed to ensure normal ovulation.
Other treatments are sometimes also needed. It's possible to develop a more severe form of OHSS that can also cause rapid weight gain, enlarged painful ovaries, fluid in the abdomen and shortness of breath. Long-term risks of ovarian tumors. Most studies of women using fertility drugs suggest that there are few if any long-term risks. However, a few studies suggest that women taking fertility drugs for 12 or more months without a successful pregnancy might be at increased risk of borderline ovarian tumors later in life.
Women who never have pregnancies have an increased risk of ovarian tumors, so it might be related to the underlying problem rather than the treatment. Since success rates are typically higher in the first few treatment cycles, reevaluating medication use every few months and concentrating on the treatments that have the most success appear to be appropriate. Several surgical procedures can correct problems or otherwise improve female fertility. However, surgical treatments for fertility are rare these days due to the success of other treatments.
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For an infertility evaluation, you'll likely see a doctor who specializes in treating disorders that prevent couples from conceiving reproductive endocrinologist.
Your doctor will likely want to evaluate both you and your partner. Mayo Clinic does not endorse companies or products. Advertising revenue supports our not-for-profit mission.
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