Ovarian hypofunction

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Ovarian hypofunction

Women with ovarian hypofunction who want to become pregnant may be particularly concerned about their ability to conceive. Those younger than age 30 may undergo a chromosome analysis to check for abnormalities. Older women approaching menopause do not usually need this test.

Estrogen therapy is often successful in treating the menopausal symptoms caused by ovarian hypofunction, but it will not increase a woman's chances of becoming pregnant. Less than 10% of women with this condition will be able to conceive. The chance of successfully conceiving increases to 50% by implanting a fertilized donor egg (an egg from another woman).

Call your health care provider if you are no longer having monthly periods, have symptoms of early menopause, or if you are having difficulty becoming pregnant.

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