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PCOS & Infertility: How IVF Can Help You Conceive

Dr. Pujil Gulati, IVF Specialist with over 13 years of experience in Assisted Reproductive Techniques BabyBloom IVF Gurgaon

May 17, 2025

🧠 What is PCOS?

PCOS means Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. This is a health problem in girls or women. In PCOS, small cysts grow in ovaries. These cysts stop eggs from coming out.

Because of this:

Periods become irregular
Face gets more pimples and hair
Weight increases
Hard to become pregnant

💔 How PCOS Causes Infertility

In PCOS, the woman’s eggs don’t grow properly. Ovulation (egg release) does not happen. And if no egg comes out, pregnancy cannot happen. This is called infertility.

👇 Problems PCOS creates:

No ovulation
Irregular periods
Hormone imbalance
Poor egg quality
Thick uterus lining

💡 How IVF Works for PCOS Women

IVF means In-Vitro Fertilization. This is a treatment where your egg and husband’s sperm are joined in a lab. Then, the embryo (baby seed) is placed inside your uterus.

This gives you a higher chance of pregnancy, even if you have PCOS.

👩‍⚕️ IVF Step-by-Step for PCOS

1. Ovary stimulation

Medicines are given to grow more eggs.

2. Egg pickup

Eggs are taken out from ovaries with a small needle.

3. Fertilization

Egg + sperm = embryo is made in lab.

4. Embryo transfer

Best embryo is placed into the uterus.

5. Pregnancy test

After 10–14 days, pregnancy test is done.

🌈 Why IVF is Best for PCOS Women

✔ Helps ovulation problems
✔ Bypasses poor egg quality
✔ Can choose best embryo
✔ Good for overweight women
✔ Helps even with hormone issues

📈 IVF Success Rate in PCOS

Women with PCOS have a good success rate with IVF.

🎯 Age 25–30: up to 60–70%
🎯 Age 30–35: around 50–60%
🎯 Age 35–40: around 40–50%

👉 Success also depends on:

Weight
Lifestyle
Egg and sperm quality
Doctor’s skill

🌿 Natural Tips Before IVF

💧 Drink more water
🍎 Eat fruits and green veggies
🏃‍♀️ Walk 30 minutes daily
🧘‍♀️ Do yoga and meditation
🕒 Sleep on time

Healthy body = more IVF success

💸 IVF Cost in India for PCOS

Usually, IVF cost in India is ₹1,00,000 to ₹2,50,000 per cycle. PCOS patients may need extra medicine, so the cost may go up.

🎁 Some clinics give EMI options
🎁 Some government hospitals also offer free or low-cost IVF

🙋‍♀️ Who Should Choose IVF in PCOS?

✅ Women who tried naturally for 1+ year
✅ Women with blocked fallopian tubes
✅ Women with irregular periods
✅ Women above age 30
✅ Women with high hormone levels

🧠 FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)

Q1: Can I get pregnant with PCOS naturally?

👉 Yes, but it may take time. If it doesn’t work, IVF is a good option.

Q2: Is IVF safe for PCOS patients?

👉 Yes, IVF is very safe and gives high success in PCOS.

Q3: How long does IVF take for PCOS?

👉 It usually takes 4–6 weeks for one IVF cycle.

Q4: Is IVF painful?

👉 No, only small injections and egg collection is done under mild sedation.

Q5: Can PCOS go away after IVF?

👉 No, but IVF helps you get pregnant even if PCOS is there.

Conclusion

If you have PCOS and are facing trouble getting pregnant, don’t lose hope. IVF is a safe and successful option. Many women with PCOS become mothers through IVF.

Just keep your body healthy, follow your doctor’s advice, and stay positive. With the right treatment and care, your dream of having a baby can come true. ❤️ OR If you need any information related to IVF, contact our Babybloom IVF Centre or call us at 9266046700 to clear your doubt🌸