{"id":108401,"date":"2023-05-19T13:02:11","date_gmt":"2023-05-19T11:02:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ivi-fertility.com\/?p=108401"},"modified":"2023-05-19T13:02:11","modified_gmt":"2023-05-19T11:02:11","slug":"premature-ovarian-failure","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ivi-fertility.com\/blog\/premature-ovarian-failure\/","title":{"rendered":"Premature Ovarian Failure: Understanding the Role of Ovarian Follicles"},"content":{"rendered":"
Premature ovarian failure<\/strong>, also called primary ovarian insufficiency, occurs when the ovaries stop functioning normally before the age of 40. When this happens, the ovaries do not produce normal amounts of estrogen or ovulate regularly. This condition affects 1% of women under 40 in Europe and is often a cause of infertility.<\/p>\n Today on our blog, we are discussing this condition, what causes it, its symptoms, and how it differs from menopause and premature menopause<\/strong>. We will also explain how assisted reproduction can help women who want to become mothers and have been diagnosed with this condition.<\/p>\n There are several factors that can cause premature ovarian failure. Below, we explain the main causes:<\/p>\n On the other hand, there are factors that can increase the risk of developing premature ovarian failure:<\/p>\n Premature ovarian failure is sometimes confused with menopause, mainly because the symptoms are similar. However, they are not the same and therefore do not have the same effects, as we will explain later.\u00a0These are some of the symptoms of premature ovarian failure<\/strong>:<\/p>\n If you have not had your period for more than three months, you should consult your doctor. The loss of period<\/strong>s can be due to various causes, including pregnancy. It can also be caused by stress or changes in diet or exercise habits. It is always advisable to undergo a check-up to evaluate the reason for changes in your menstrual cycle. In addition, low levels of estrogen are a cause of osteoporosis and increase the risk of heart disease, so it is important to monitor them.<\/p>\n Women suffering from premature ovarian failure<\/strong> may have irregular cycles for years and still be able to get pregnant. However, their chances are reduced because the number and quality of eggs decrease.<\/p>\n Pregnancy is not possible in the case of premature menopause, as this does result in amenorrhea<\/strong>, making it incompatible with the possibility of achieving a pregnancy. That’s why it’s important to undergo the necessary tests to determine if the irregularities are due to premature ovarian failure. While most women present few symptoms, a specialist may suspect it due to irregular cycles and\/or difficulties in achieving pregnancy.<\/p>\n The diagnosis usually involves a physical examination<\/strong>, including a pelvic evaluation. Additionally, to verify the diagnosis of premature ovarian failure, the following tests may be requested:<\/p>\n The treatment of primary ovarian insufficiency<\/strong> is focused on managing complications resulting from estrogen deficiency. Restoring estrogen levels can help prevent some complications such as osteoporosis.<\/p>\n Here are some ways to compensate for the hormonal deficit caused by POI:<\/p>\n There is no treatment that guarantees restoring fertility, but pregnancy can be achieved through assisted reproduction<\/strong><\/a>. Women or couples who wish to have a child can make their dream come true by in vitro fertilization with their own eggs<\/a> or donated eggs<\/a>.<\/p>\n At IVI, we can study your case and determine the best option for you to fulfill your dream of having a child. If you do not become pregnant and experience any of the symptoms we have described, you can arrange a first appointment in which we will analyze your situation. Call us or leave your information on our web form, and our team will contact you.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Premature ovarian failure, also called primary ovarian insufficiency, occurs when the ovaries stop functioning normally before the age of 40. When this happens, the ovaries do not produce normal amounts of estrogen or ovulate regularly. This condition affects 1% of women under 40 in Europe and is often a cause of infertility. Today on our… View Article<\/a>","protected":false},"author":34,"featured_media":108403,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[15],"tags":[257,219,218],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nWhat causes premature ovarian failure?<\/h2>\n
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Premature ovarian failure symptoms<\/h2>\n
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Can you get pregnant if you suffer from premature ovarian failure?<\/h2>\n
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Treatment of premature ovarian insufficiency<\/h2>\n
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Fertility treatment for premature ovarian failure<\/h2>\n