Tag Archives: FSH level
Can you lower my FSH level?
An elevated cycle day 2 – 4 follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) level is an indicator of diminished ovarian reserve. Lowering the FSH level will not improve the egg quality. Continue reading
Do AMH levels vary across normal menstrual cycles?
Anti-mullerian hormone (AMH) levels are supposed to remain constant throughout the menstrual cycle. In this blog, Dr Karande discusses findings from a recent paper which suggests there may be two distinct patterns in AMH profiles. The “aging ovary” pattern with low levels throughout the menstrual cycle and the “younger ovary” pattern with higher AMH levels that increase during the follicular phase. Continue reading
What if my FSH level is normal but my AMH level is low?
AMH and FSH are two commonly measured hormones to assess ovarian reserve. A low FSH and a high AMH level has a good prognosis. What if the two levels are discordant? This interesting question is addressed in this blog. Continue reading
Overtreating patients with low AMH level
Dr Malpani discusses the limitations of an AMH level. Clinical decisions should not be based on a single AMH level. Other factors such as age and antral follicle count should also be taken into consideration. Donor eggs should be considered only if all other options fail. Continue reading
Top 10 facts about fertility tests for women
What is the state-of-the-art fertility work up for women? Dr Karande has summarized the opinion of the Practice Committee of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine in this blog. Continue reading











