Hormones for Fertility and Contraception

• What is the role of hormones in fertility and contraception?

  Hormones can be used to treat infertility and as contraceptives.
• How can hormones be used to treat infertility?

  Hormones can help regulate the menstrual cycle and promote ovulation.
• In what way do hormones promote natural pregnancy?

  They help to regulate ovulation and support the reproductive system.
• What is the role of hormones in IVF?

  Hormones are used to stimulate the ovaries to produce multiple eggs.
• What are contraceptives used for?

  Contraceptives are used to prevent pregnancy.
• How do some contraceptive methods involve hormones?

  Some contraceptives use hormones to regulate or inhibit ovulation.
• How can hormones manipulate the menstrual cycle?

  By increasing or decreasing hormone levels, the menstrual cycle can be regulated.
• What is the significance of FSH and LH in fertility treatments?

  FSH stimulates egg development, while LH triggers ovulation.
• What does IUS stand for in the context of contraception?

  IUS stands for Intrauterine System.
• What is the relationship between hormones and the chance of pregnancy?

  Hormones can be manipulated to either increase or decrease the chance of pregnancy.
• What are the main uses of hormones in fertility and contraception?

  • Treat infertility by regulating menstrual cycles
  • Promote natural pregnancy
  • Assist in IVF procedures
  • Serve as contraceptives to prevent pregnancy
• What are the key hormones involved in fertility treatments?

  • Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH)
  • Luteinizing Hormone (LH)
  • Hormones used in IVF
• How do hormonal contraceptives work?

  • Regulate or inhibit ovulation
  • Alter the menstrual cycle
  • Prevent fertilization