What does AMH really mean for my fertility journey?
What is an AMH test? The AMH test, short for anti-mullerian hormone test, measures the levels of anti-mullerian hormone (AMH) in your blood. Both men
If you’re going through IVF you’ve likely heard about Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome (OHSS) and are maybe a little bit scared about OHSS. In this article I’ll explain OHSS and talk about some key ways to manage it if you in the minority of individuals that develop it.
For many women going through IVF part of the process involves taking injectable hormones designed to help stimulate the development of eggs in the ovaries. This process is very effective at stimulating your eggs, however there are some potential side effects that you should be aware of during this process including abdominal pain, rapid weight gain, vomiting and shortness of breath.
Most women that develop OHSS have a mild version, however for about 20 percent of women the abdominal discomfort associated with OHSS can take up to a month to resolve. In very rare cases (approximately 2%) some women experience severe symptomology and require hospitalisation.
While there are many things your medical team can do to improve your symptoms there are some dietary management strategies that can also assist you. Use the table below as a guide to find out how you can manage OHSS depending on your symptoms. Please note that it is really important to seek help from your medical team and dietitian to ensure you get the balance of fluid intake/output right.
| Symptom | Management |
| Nausea and Bloating |
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| Regular Vomiting (with fluid build up) |
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| Fluid build up (without losses through vomiting) |
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What is an AMH test? The AMH test, short for anti-mullerian hormone test, measures the levels of anti-mullerian hormone (AMH) in your blood. Both men
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Hello there! If you’re on this page you’re likely starting your journey to conception. For many people it is a joyous and exciting time but for others I understand it’s not as simple as boy meets girl – this is where I come in. Read this blog if you’d like to know more about how a Fertility Dietitian can help you on your journey to conception.
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