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Ovulation induction
FERTILITY TREATMENT TO STIMULATE FOLLICLE (EGG) DEVELOPMENT
Introduction of fertility medication to promote ovulation
What is Ovulation Induction?
If ovulation is not occurring, then fertility drugs may be administered after the onset of menstruation to help to stimulate normal follicle development.
The simplest treatment is with fertility tablets (Clomiphene or Letrozole), which are both given for five days starting within the first few days of the period. The response to these fertility drugs is then monitored by ultrasound scans and a blood test to confirm ovulation. If this proves effective you may be able to continue these tablets without further monitoring for 6 months.
Fertility tablets are not always effective and more powerful fertility injections may be necessary to stimulate follicle development in the ovaries. With these more potent fertility drugs there is a greater risk of excessive follicle growth and, therefore, the chances of a multiple pregnancy are greater.
At The Lister Fertility Clinic women receiving fertility injections are always monitored by ultrasound scans and blood tests.
Why monitor your menstrual cycle?
If a woman has an irregular menstrual cycle or ovulation isn't happening, monitoring her cycle with ultrasound scans and hormone assessments may help to identify the fertile time of the month and so improve the chances of a natural conception.
Paying for medical treatment
You don't need medical insurance to have fast access to our top consultants, extensive range of treatments, diagnostic tests and surgical procedures at our world-class facilities.
Our Ovulation induction consultants
Mr Benjamin Jones
Fertility Medicine
Dr. Shabana Bora
Fertility Medicine
Mr Raef Faris
Fertility Medicine
Mr Rehan Salim
Fertility Medicine
Our Ovulation induction locations
Lister Fertility Clinic at The Portland Hospital
215 Great Portland Street W1W 5PN London
Lister Fertility Clinic
Chelsea Bridge Road SW1W 8RH London
Patient stories
Yvette's story: From back pain to hip replacement surgery
Yvette (54) a journalist from Kent, started experiencing pain in her hip seven years ago in 2015. An ex-national gymnast who had been incredibly active and flexible her whole life, Yvette felt concerned about the growing discomfort impacting her quality of life, and so sought help from her GP.
A new hip and straight back into the spin of things
David’s gym video shows him repeatedly pushing up to 100kg on a single leg press – not particularly unusual for this keen cyclist, former competitive squash player and all-round fitness enthusiast. What is unusual is that 52-year-old David had hip surgery just 12 weeks earlier.
Michael's MAKO hip surgery to treat his arthritis
73 year-old Michael, an avid walker and charity worker, was diagnosed with arthritis in January 2021. After facing long waiting times and increasing pain that was becoming more frequent, he started to look elsewhere for treatment.
This content is intended for general information only and does not replace the need for personal advice from a qualified health professional.