Infertility 90 per cent have this problem! 4 misunderstandings and 3 key points of treatment, must get!
Infertility has become an unspeakable pain for many couples on the long road to pregnancy. Did you know? In fact, about 90% of infertility cases have a common problem, that is, ovulation disorder. However, many people have misconceptions about ovulation disorders and tend to overlook some key points in the treatment process. Today, let’s talk about these things related to ovulation disorders to help you clear the fog and find the right direction.
First, what is ovulation disorder?
Ovulation disorder, simply put, is a woman’s ovaries can not normally discharge eggs, or the quality of the eggs discharged is not good, and can not be successfully combined with the sperm to form a fertilised egg, thus affecting conception. It can be caused by a variety of reasons, such as dysfunction of the hypothalamic-pituitary-ovarian axis, polycystic ovary syndrome, premature ovarian failure, hyperprolactinaemia, and so on. It can be said that ovulation disorders are like a ‘barrier’ on the road to pregnancy, blocking many couples’ path to parenthood.
The 4 myths about ovulation disorder
Myth 1: Normal menstruation must have normal ovulation
Many women think that as long as they have regular menstrual periods, they will definitely be able to ovulate normally, and there is no problem of ovulation disorder. But in fact, normal menstruation is not the same as normal ovulation! Some women have regular periods, but they may have anovulatory menstruation, which means that the ovaries are only thickening and shedding their lining periodically, but they are not actually discharging eggs. For example, some patients with polycystic ovary syndrome have seemingly normal menstrual cycles, but ultrasound monitoring of follicular development and ovulation will reveal that there are no mature eggs to be discharged, which is typical of ovulation disorders that are ‘hidden’ under the appearance of seemingly normal menstruation.
Myth 2: Ovulation is not a problem once in a while
Some women find that their ovulation is not quite right in a certain month, for example, the follicles are not mature or they do not ovulate on time, but they think it is just an occasional case, so they don’t pay much attention to it. However, even an occasional ovulation abnormality can be an ‘early warning signal’ from the body, signalling a potential ovulation disorder problem. Because ovulation is a physiological process finely regulated by a variety of factors, an occasional abnormality may mean that there are already some factors within the body that affect ovulation, such as minor endocrine disorders, the adverse effects of lifestyle, etc. If no attention is paid to it, it may subsequently develop into a more serious and persistent ovulation disorders, which will affect conception.
Myth 3: Self-medication of ovulation promotion drugs can solve the problem
Seeing the word ‘ovulation promotion’, some anxious women think of buying some ovulation promotion drugs to eat, thinking that this will solve the problem of ovulation and get pregnant. But this practice is very dangerous! Ovulation drugs must be used under the strict guidance of a doctor, because inappropriate use of drugs may lead to ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome, so that the ovaries enlarged, ascites, pleural fluid and other symptoms, serious and even life-threatening. Moreover, self-medication does not address the root cause of ovulation disorders, but only blindly promotes follicular development, which is likely to fail to achieve the desired effect of conception, but also increase the health risks.
Myth 4: Ovulation disorder only affects women, not men
Many couples think that since ovulation disorder is a female problem, the man doesn’t need to care too much. In fact, conception is a process that involves both parties. Although ovulation disorder mainly affects women, it may also indirectly affect men’s mindset of preparing for pregnancy and the quality of sex life between couples, which in turn affects the overall atmosphere of conception. Moreover, in the process of searching for the cause of ovulation disorder, sometimes it is also necessary to check the factors of the male partner, such as the quality of the male sperm can be well combined with the egg, etc., so you can’t look at ovulation disorder in isolation and think that it is only a one-sided thing of the female partner oh.
The 3 key points in treating ovulatory disorders
Key point 1: Accurately find out the cause of the disease
The first step in effectively treating ovulation disorders is to accurately identify the causes of ovulation disorders. This requires a comprehensive and detailed examination, including sex hormone six tests to assess whether the endocrine function is normal by checking the levels of six hormones: oestrogen, progesterone, follicle stimulating hormone, luteinising hormone, testosterone and prolactin; ultrasound is also needed to observe the shape and size of the ovaries as well as the development of follicles; and in addition, tests on thyroid function, glucose, and insulin are also important, because thyroid diseases, blood sugar, and insulin are the main causes of ovulation disorders. Thyroid function tests, blood glucose and insulin level tests are also important because thyroid disorders and insulin resistance can be associated with ovulation disorders. For example, a woman who had been preparing for pregnancy for many years but had not yet conceived was found, through these detailed examinations, to have hypothyroidism leading to endocrine disorders, which in turn caused ovulation disorders. After finding the cause of the disease, targeted treatment can be given to improve the success rate of conception.
Key point 2: Personalised treatment plan
Each woman’s physical condition and the specific cause of ovulation disorders are different, so the treatment plan cannot be ‘one-size-fits-all’ and must be personalised according to individual circumstances. If the ovulation disorder is caused by polycystic ovary syndrome, for patients with fertility requirements, doctors may first use short-acting contraceptives to regulate the menstrual cycle and reduce the level of androgens, and then use ovulation-promoting medications for ovulation-promoting treatments; while for ovulation disorders caused by premature ovarian failure, they may first try to use hormone replacement therapy to improve the function of the ovaries, while combining with some nutritious ovary medications or TCM The treatment may also be accompanied by some medications or Chinese medicine that nourish the ovaries and promote follicular development. For example, a polycystic patient, after the doctor formulated a personalised plan to regulate the menstrual cycle for three months, followed by ovulation stimulation treatment, successfully discharged high-quality eggs, and eventually got pregnant.
Key Point 3: Lifestyle Adjustment
Lifestyle plays an integral role in the treatment of ovulation disorders. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle can assist in regulating the endocrine system at the source and improve ovulation. Firstly, it is important to have a regular routine, go to bed early and get up early to ensure that you get enough sleep for 7-8 hours a day. A good night’s sleep will help to maintain endocrine stability and promote the normal development of follicles. Secondly, a reasonable diet is also very important, increase the intake of food rich in dietary fibre, protein and vitamins, such as vegetables, fruits, lean meat, fish, beans, etc., and avoid foods high in sugar, fat and salt, so as to control body weight and improve insulin resistance, which is very beneficial to ovulation. Furthermore, appropriate exercise is indispensable, such as jogging, yoga, swimming and other aerobic exercise, adhere to 3 – 5 times a week, more than 30 minutes each time, can enhance physical fitness, promote blood circulation, help regulate the endocrine system and improve ovarian function. For example, a woman who had ovulation disorder due to obesity had her ovulation gradually return to normal after successfully reducing her weight by adjusting her diet and strengthening her exercise programme, which also ushered in a good pregnancy for her.
In conclusion, ovulation disorder is a common and important problem leading to infertility, we must get rid of those misunderstandings, firmly grasp the key points of treatment, and actively cooperate with the doctor to carry out examinations and treatments, and I believe that a good pregnancy will eventually come. I hope every couple who is preparing for pregnancy can realise their dream of having a baby soon!