Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome

Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) is a medical condition that can occur in some women who take fertility medication to stimulate egg growth, and in severe cases, it can be life-threatening.

Pronunciation

Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome is pronounced as o-vair-ee-an hy-per-sti-myoo-lay-shun sin-drome.

Etymology

The term "Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome" is derived from the following roots:

• Ovarian - from the Latin ovarium, meaning egg or ovum.
• Hyperstimulation - from the Greek hyper, meaning over or excessive, and the Latin stimulare, meaning to goad or rouse.
• Syndrome - from the Greek syndromē, meaning concurrence of symptoms, or literally, a running together.

Definition

Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS) is a condition that can occur in women who are undergoing fertility treatment. It is characterized by enlarged ovaries and fluid build-up in the abdominal cavity following ovulation induction. Symptoms can range from mild to severe and can include abdominal pain, bloating, rapid weight gain, and shortness of breath.

Symptoms

The symptoms of OHSS can vary from mild to severe and may include:

• Abdominal pain
• Bloating
• Rapid weight gain
• Shortness of breath
• Nausea or vomiting
• Decreased urination

Causes

OHSS is typically caused by an excessive response to taking the hormones used to stimulate the growth of eggs in the ovaries during in vitro fertilization (IVF) or other fertility treatments.

Treatment

Treatment for OHSS may include:

• Fluid and electrolyte management
• Medication to relieve symptoms
• Hospitalization in severe cases

Prevention

Prevention strategies may include using lower doses of fertility drugs and closely monitoring the woman's response to the drugs.

See also

• In vitro fertilization
• Fertility treatment
• Abdominal pain
• Bloating
• Hormones

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome
• Wikipedia's article - Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome

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