Patient's question:
My childhood friend has recently been preparing to have a child. The ovulation test paper showed a positive result, indicating ovulation. She went to a hospital for an examination and found that her follicle size was 17×11. I heard that there is a dominant follicle each month. I would like to ask if a follicle size of 17×11 is considered a dominant follicle?Doctor's answer:
17×11 mm does not qualify as a dominant follicle. Generally, normal follicles grow by 1.6 mm daily, and they can reach up to 20 mm before ovulation. This follicle is elliptical and not well-filled, suggesting a low chance of conception. It is recommended to have a follow-up ultrasound in two days to check if the follicle continues to grow. If this attempt fails, monitoring can be done next month. She should not be anxious, maintain a regular routine, and relax.