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Myo-Inositol (ProFecund Ino) – Obtaining a Pregnancy in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), affecting 5–10% of women, is characterized by irregular ovulation and excess androgen hormones. The multifactorial causes include hormonal imbalances, insulin resistance, genetics, and obesity. Diagnosis involves identifying criteria like oligo/anovulation, hyperandrogenism, and micropolycystic ovarian appearance. Traditional treatments include progesterone-based medication and oral contraceptives. However, fertility-focused treatments such as clomiphene, metformin, purified FSH, or LH are administered for those seeking to restore fertility. This article explores “ProFecund Ino,” a myo-inositol-based treatment for PCOS. It touts benefits such as improved hormonal balance, regulated menstrual cycles, stimulated ovulation, enhanced insulin sensitivity, and positive effects on the nervous system. The study involving 200 women with PCOS showed a 38% pregnancy rate with ProFecund Ino and additional pregnancies resulted from ovarian stimulation and IVF procedures. The conclusion underscores the efficacy of myo-inositol-based treatments in conjunction with assisted reproductive techniques, significantly increasing pregnancy chances for women with PCOS.
Part of the book: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome