Premature Ovarian Failure Treatment in Delhi
What is Premature Ovarian Failure (POF)?
In case of premature ovarian failure, there is a loss of normal
function of your ovaries before the age of 40. If the ovaries fail
to produce normal follicles, estrogen, progesterone in a cyclic fashion,
it results in infertility. It is also called as premature menopause (PMM),
but the two conditions are not quite similar. Women with premature ovarian
failure have irregular or occasional periods for years and might even become
pregnant but women with premature menopause stop having periods and cannot
become pregnant.
Symptoms in Premature Ovarian Failure
Signs and symptoms in both POF and PMM are similar due estrogen deficiency. They include:
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Difficulty in conceiving
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Hot flashes
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Night sweats
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Vaginal dryness
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Irritability or difficulty concentrating
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Decreased sexual desire
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POF (Premature Ovarian Failure) Treatment
POF can be a disheartening condition often affecting women as low as 18-19
years of age. It is very common these days and often runs in families.
These women may also have the poor ovarian reserve. For these women,
it is very important to consult their doctor at the earliest and start
their treatment. Oocyte preservation/freezing is a very lucrative option
for these women. Other options are IVF, IVF with oocyte donation.