Shoemaker Gynecology

Gynecology, Urogynecology, and Incontinence Surgery | Fairhope, Alabama

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    • Dr. Marshall Shoemaker
    • Carla S. Corte, Nurse Practitioner
    • Heather Talbot, Nurse Practitioner
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  • Gynecology
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      • Abnormal Pap Smears
      • Decreased Libido
      • Heavy Periods
      • Osteoporosis
      • Urinary Incontinence
      • Pelvic Organ Prolapse
    • Adolescent Medicine
    • Birth Control
    • Menopause
    • Hereditary Cancer Testing
    • Endometrial Ablation
    • Hysterectomy
  • Infertility
    • Irregular Ovulation
    • Recurrent Pregnancy Loss
    • Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)
    • Endometriosis
  • Urogynecology
    • Urinary Incontinence
    • Urodynamics
    • Urgent PC: Tibial Nerve Stimulation
    • Incontinence Surgery
    • Pessary Fitting
    • Pelvic Floor Reconstruction
    • Urogynecology Supplements
  • Procedures
    • Laparoscopic Surgery
    • da Vinci Robotic Surgery
    • Endometrial Ablation
    • Hysterectomy
    • Saline Infused Sonohysterogram
    • Incontinence Surgery
    • Pelvic Floor Reconstruction
  • Bio-identical HRT & Supplements

Irregular Ovulation

Irregular ovulation is the cause of 30-40% of cases of infertility. Irregular periods, the absence of periods, or abnormal bleeding can indicate anovulation, the failure of the ovary to realize an egg.

Ovulation can usually be induced through the use of fertility drugs, such as clomiphene (brand name: Clomid or Serophene). Clomiphene is typically the first medication tried because it has a long history of effectiveness and can be taken orally, rather than by injection. A typical course of clomiphene is up to three to six months.

Other fertility drugs are available if needed. Most of these are hormones that are administered by injection.

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