Hormones to treat Infertility

• What are the two main hormones involved in the menstrual cycle that control the release of an egg?

  FSH and LH
• What is the role of FSH in the menstrual cycle?

  It triggers an egg to mature in one of the ovaries.
• What does LH do in the menstrual cycle?

  It triggers the mature egg to be released (ovulation).
• What is the purpose of fertility drugs that contain FSH and LH?

  • To increase ovulation
  • To improve chances of conception through sexual intercourse
• What is in vitro fertilization (IVF)?

  IVF is a treatment where fertilization takes place outside the body.
• What happens to the eggs during the IVF process?

  Several eggs are matured, collected, and fertilized in a laboratory.
• What occurs after the fertilized eggs develop in IVF?

  They develop into embryos and are inserted into the mother's uterus.
• What are the benefits and drawbacks of IVF?

  Benefits:

  • Gives a woman the chance to have a baby of her own

  
  

  Drawbacks:

  • Low success rates
  • Emotionally stressful for parents
  • Physically demanding on the mother
  • Risk of multiple births
• Why can IVF be considered emotionally stressful for parents?

  It is emotionally stressful due to uncertainty and potential failure.
• What ethical concerns are associated with IVF?

  Many embryos are destroyed, which some find unethical.
• What is a financial concern related to IVF?

  IVF is expensive, and some believe the money could be better spent on other medical issues.