Treatment of Infertility
Disease description:
Recently, I went to the hospital for an examination and was diagnosed with infertility. Could you please tell me what are the available treatments for infertility?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhang Lu
The treatment plan for infertility should be tailored according to the specific causes. The main treatment methods are as follows:
1. Medication: Primarily used to regulate hormone levels and promote ovulation, such as using clomiphene or gonadotropins. Medication is suitable for infertility caused by ovulatory disorders or hormonal imbalances. For example, patients with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) may use medications like metformin or Diane-35 to adjust hormone levels. Patients with hypothyroidism can receive replacement therapy with medications such as levothyroxine (e.g., Euthyrox or Thyrax).
2. Surgical treatment: Targets anatomical abnormalities, such as intrauterine adhesions or blocked fallopian tubes, which can be corrected through laparoscopic or hysteroscopic surgery.
3. Assisted reproductive technology: For severe infertility, such as in cases of advanced maternal age or severe reproductive system diseases, assisted reproductive technologies are important options. These include in vitro fertilization and embryo transfer (IVF-ET), intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI), and others. These technologies use artificial methods to handle eggs, sperm, and embryos to increase the chances of conception.
In addition, psychological support is an essential part of the treatment process, helping patients reduce stress and improve the success rate of treatment.
