Estrogen Priming Purpose?

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Stef

Estrogen Priming Purpose?

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Hi Dr.,

What is the purpose of estrogen priming during luteal phase to prepare the proceeding IVF cycle ?

Is it less suppressive than using birth control pills?

Thanks.
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Re: Estrogen Priming Purpose?

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It's usually used in women who have diminished ovarian reserve to prevent the early development of the next cycle's egg. Otherwise it usually does not suppress response.

Arthur L. Wisot, M. D.
Reproductive Partners Medical Group
Redondo Beach, California
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