Hormones to Treat Infertility

• What hormones are used to treat infertility, according to the video?

  FSH and LH
• In a normal menstrual cycle, approximately how often is an egg released?

  Every 28 days
• What are the two main hormones involved in the menstrual cycle, as mentioned in the video?

  FSH and LH
• Which hormone triggers the release of a mature egg, also known as ovulation?

  LH
• Which hormone triggers an egg to mature in one of the ovaries?

  FSH
• Why do some people struggle with infertility?

  Reduced sperm count or difficulty conceiving
• What is the combination of FSH and LH called when given as a treatment?

  A fertility drug
• How does a fertility drug increase the chances of pregnancy?

  Causes more frequent ovulation
• What does IVF stand for?

  In vitro fertilization
• Where does fertilization take place in IVF?

  Outside the body
• During IVF, what are the eggs treated with first?

  FSH and LH
• Why are eggs treated with FSH and LH during IVF?

  To cause several eggs to mature
• What happens to the sperm collected from the father during IVF?

  It fertilizes the eggs
• What do fertilized eggs develop into during IVF?

  Embryos
• Where are the embryos inserted after fertilization in IVF?

  The mother's uterus
• What is a benefit of IVF?

  Chance to have a baby
• According to the video, what are the possible problems with IVF?

  Low success, stress, multiple births
• Why can IVF be emotionally stressful for parents?

  Due to low success rates
• Why is IVF physically demanding on the mother?

  Fertility drugs and egg collection
• Why are multiple births risky in IVF?

  Risky for both babies and mother
• What ethical issue is raised regarding the embryos created during IVF?

  Many embryos are destroyed
• What is another issue associated with IVF besides ethical concerns?

  It is expensive