Becoming a mother is becoming more and more complicated nowadays. There are several issues that stand in the way of parenthood, like egg quality, uterine condition, age, etc.,
One such factor that affects a woman’s chances of getting pregnant is her AMH levels. AMH (Anti-Mullerian Hormone) is a glycoprotein hormone produced by the ovarian follicles.
While having low AMH levels can mean a lower egg reserve, having high AMH levels can indicate other complications like PCOS, low ovarian quality, etc.
However, fortunately, there are fertility treatments that women with high AMH levels can undergo. We’ll discuss some of those options in this article.
Fertility Treatment Options For High AMH Levels
Do you have high AMH levels and are worried you might not get pregnant? Don’t worry, there are several fertility treatment options you can choose from to get pregnant.
Your fertility doctor will assess your body condition and choose a fertility treatment method that has the highest chance of helping you get pregnant. Below are some options you can choose to get pregnant.
Ovulation induction
If your high AMH level is due to PCOS, you might have ovulation problems. In that case, administering hormonal injections can help you ovulate and release a mature egg. You can time your intercourse and get pregnant successfully.
You can also undergo IUI (Intrauterine Insemination) if your partner’s sperm is un healthy.
IVF (In Vitro Fertilization)
If your high AMH level is due to a large ovarian reserve, the previous method won’t suit you. This is because ovulation induction stimulates the production of multiple eggs, and having intercourse can increase the risk of multiple pregnancies and other complications.
In that case, you can choose IVF, where the eggs are retrieved and fertilized in a lab, and only one or two healthy embryos are transferred into the uterus. This prevents the chances of multiple pregnancies and increases pregnancy success rates.
Oocyte (egg) freezing
Egg freezing is another good option for women with high AMH levels. You can undergo ovulation induction and egg retrieval. Your eggs will be preserved in frozen temperatures.
You can take out these eggs in the future and use them to get pregnant. This is one of the best ways to preserve your fertility.
Lifestyle modifications
Aside from fertility treatments, maintaining a healthy lifestyle can improve fertility. Some lifestyle changes you can incorporate into your daily life include
- maintaining a healthy weight,
- eating healthy foods,
- managing stress, and
- staying calm.
Is High AMH A Good Thing?
Having a high AMH level is like a double-edged sword. It has both pros and cons.
Pros of high AMH levels
You have a larger egg reserve than most women and thus have an extended fertility period compared to them.
High AMH levels mean you can produce more eggs during egg retrieval than most women. This can increase your chances of having a successful pregnancy.
Cons of high AMH levels
- If the high AMH level is due to PCOS, you can have anovulation and other fertility issues. This can make it harder for you to get pregnant.
- During ovulation induction, you have a higher chance of getting OHSS (Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome) than most women. OHSS happens when your ovaries react excessively to the fertility medications and become swollen and painful.
- High AMH can sometimes affect egg quality. So, some eggs retrieved during ovulation induction might be of average or low quality, decreasing the chances of pregnancy.
What Is A Good AMH Level To Get Pregnant For Your Age?
As you know, your egg reserve decreases gradually with age. Hence, your AMH level also decreases as you age.
According to studies, having an AMH level between 1.0 and 4.0 ng/ml is considered good for a healthy pregnancy.
Below is the approximate AMH level that is good for women according to their age group.
- 25–30 years old – 3.0 ng/ml
- 30–35 years old – 2.5 ng/ml
- 35–40 years old – 1.5 ng/ml
- 40–45 years old – 1 ng/ml
- 45+ years old – 0.5 ng/ml
AMH Test
An AMH test is a blood test that is done to evaluate your AMH levels. With this test, your efrtility doctor can understand whether you have high, normal, or low AMH level and determine the next course of action in your fertility treatment.
Conclusion
Having a high AMH level can affect your fertility and your chances of having a healthy pregnancy. To avoid these complications, visit an expert fertility hospital, diagnose the cause of your infertility, and undergo the necessary treatments.
FAQs
According to studies, having an AMH level between 1.0 and 4.0 ng/ml is considered good for a healthy pregnancy. Undergo the necessary treatments if you have AMH levels higher or lower than this.
A high AMH level can be an indicator of a larger ovarian reserve. However, there is no evidence proving that the quality of the eggs will also be high. Moreover, you can also have high AMH level if you have PCOS.
Aside from fertility treatments, maintaining a healthy lifestyle can improve fertility. Some lifestyle changes you can incorporate into your daily life include
- maintaining a healthy weight,
- eating healthy foods,
- managing stress, and
- staying calm.
Yes, you can definitely ovulate even if you have low AMH levels. Low AMH only indicates a lower ovarian reserve and does not mean that you have no eggs to ovulate.
