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Phase 2: Ovarian Stimulation
During this phase you will use injectable medications to stimulate the ovaries to grow follicles. A follicle is a fluid filled sac in the ovary, which typically contains an egg. You may also need to take some oral medications depending on your treatment plan.
The stimulation phase lasts from ~ 9-12 days, and you will need to come to the clinic for approximately 5-6 monitoring visits depending on your response to medications.
Injections
Pergoveris is the main injectable medication used during this phase of treatment, and is a combination of FSH (follicle stimulating hormone) and LH (luteinizing hormone). To prevent premature ovulation, a second injectable medication is typically introduced between day 5-7 of the stimulation, called Orgalutran.
Oral medications
Depending on your ovarian reserve and fertility history, Clomiphene Citrate may be added to your treatment protocol. Clomiphene is an oral medication that stimulates the pituitary gland in the brain to release more of the body's natural hormones—follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH). When Clomiphene is used alongside injectable hormones, you receive FSH in two ways: internal release and external injections. Together, these will help to stimulate your ovaries to grow follicles.
