Can I still have children after premature ovarian failure?

Premature ovarian failure refers to a decline in ovarian function in women before the age of 40, mainly manifested as menstrual irregularities, amenorrhea, infertility, and other symptoms. The chances of natural conception after premature ovarian failure decrease because the declining ovarian function leads to a reduction in both the number and quality of follicles, abnormal ovulation, and difficulty in releasing mature eggs to combine with sperm. However, it is not entirely hopeless.

If premature ovarian failure is detected early and there are still a small number of functional follicles present in the ovary, it may be possible to improve ovarian function to some extent by adjusting lifestyle factors, such as maintaining regular作息 (作息 should be translated as作息 here, but please verify the intended meaning), balanced nutrition, appropriate exercise, and avoiding excessive mental stress. These measures may increase the chances of natural conception. Additionally, under a doctor's guidance, medications such as estrogen and progesterone supplements can be used to regulate the endocrine system, stimulate follicular development, and create conditions favorable to conception.

If natural conception proves difficult, assisted reproductive technologies can also be considered. For example, in vitro fertilization and embryo transfer (IVF-ET) involve stimulating the ovaries with ovulation-inducing medications to retrieve as many eggs as possible. The eggs are then combined with sperm in vitro to form embryos, which are subsequently transferred back into the uterus. However, due to the limited quantity and quality of eggs in patients with premature ovarian failure, the success rate of IVF-ET is often affected.