Patient's question:
Hello, if my menstrual cycle is usually irregular (but after taking Baifengwan for regulation for the past two months, it has been 30-32 days each time, and I have been taking it continuously), I would like to monitor the development of follicles through ultrasound. If there are mature follicles, can I have intercourse during the ovulation period to increase the chances of pregnancy? My period started on December 13th, and I would like to measure the follicles on December 25th (on the 12th day of the period). Is that too late? When would be the best time to go?Doctor's answer:
??????Hello, there are three methods for self-monitoring ovulation at home. The first is for women with particularly regular menstrual cycles, where ovulation can be estimated by calculating that it occurs about 14 days before the next menstrual period. The fertile window is typically the 5 days before and after ovulation. The second method is to monitor basal body temperature. Wake up after 6 hours of sleep without any activity, and measure your temperature. However, it may take three months to establish a pattern, and you will need to consult a doctor for interpretation and judgment at the hospital. The third method is to use ovulation test strips. Generally, when the test strips show a strong positive result, ovulation will occur within 48 hours.It is recommended that you learn to monitor ovulation. If you are trying to conceive, have intercourse during the fertile window. Alternatively, if the test strips show a weak positive result, have intercourse every other day until the test strips turn negative, and then refrain from intercourse for 24 hours. This can help increase your chances of conception.