Patient's question:
I've been married for several years, and so far, we haven't had any children. I'm very anxious about it and don't know if it's my problem. I've asked my husband to get checked, but he refuses. I'm very worried that my condition might worsen. What should I do about premature ovarian failure?Doctor's answer:
Currently, Western medicine primarily treats premature ovarian failure by appropriately metabolizing exogenous estrogen and progesterone to compensate for the deficiency in ovarian function and slow down the pathological process. A cyclical hormone replacement therapy is generally adopted, with a 28-day treatment cycle. From day 1 to day 21, low-dose natural estrogen is taken orally every day, and natural progesterone is added from day 12 to day 21. Then, the medication is discontinued for 7 days to allow menstruation. This method mimics the normal menstrual cycle of women, allowing the ovaries to gradually and fully restore their existing function. This hormone replacement therapy requires persistence and continuous adjustment of drug types, dosages, combinations, and routes of administration under the guidance of a doctor.