how do I lower my FSH levels?!! no IVF for me??!!

[nwtyng]

I just did some readings on the IVF procedure. The fact that it is common to be unsucccesful for women with elevated FSH level crushed my heart... anyone face this problem? what should i do? this is really making me insane... not able to have babies might mean losing my relationship.... help.......

[Alette]

My heart breaks when I read your postings.

Is the solution for you to find a donor?

I am sorry not to have more suggestions for you.

Big hug,
Alette

[Kel]

Hi There,

My friend has a raised FSH, and she is now taking the herbal supplement 'Agnus Castus' which apparently can help to bring down FSH? The only thing is, I think it takes a few months at least to get into your system, but after a couple of months she is already feeling like her natural cycles are really improved, so it seems to be working for her already..
It may be worth looking into??
Good luck,
Kel x

[Dolly]

Hi there, I have read on these boards that acupuncture, reflexology and Chinese herbs can help lower FSH levels. And I also know of someone who had a very stressful job and her FSH levels were too high to do IVF - she arranged to have a break from work had reflexology as well and her FSH levels came down dramatically. She is just about to have egg collection.

Please try not to worry too much - I think that stress can raise your FSH levels. I know it is easier said than done - but maybe if you look into therapies that may be able to help you it might help a lot as at least you know you are trying to do something about it.

Good luck and please keep in touch

Dolly

[Bronagh]

Zita west has a really good part in her book about lowering levels, but a baby will not particularly save a relationship so tread carefully .