By Stephanie Hipos-Supan M.D.
Q: How accurate is the Billings method for conception? Would you recommend it?
A: The Billings method or ovulation method involves the woman taking note of the vaginal mucus she produces which coincides with her hormonal pattern and ovulation. It has been reported to be 99% effective with proper technique. However, with typical use the failure rates range from 3-25%. This is because some women may not be able to always recognize mucus production or its consistency. Though it may be used in women with irregular cycles, it may have a higher failure rate since she cannot predict when to look out for this mucoid discharge. I would recommend this for women who refuse to use or have contraindications to any artificial contraceptives.
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Daddy Jojo
3
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Are these statements and claims merely your personal or professional opinion? Where are your references?
Have you personally used the Billings Method? Did you conduct any study or research?
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zagel Luna
Dec 14 2010 @ 02:57pm
Hi po Dra. Supan,i tried IVF last may 2010 pero hinde po nag success kz s tingin ko late po yung count ng embryo transfer kz malapit na po akong datnan 24 days lang po ang cycle ko,dinatnan po ako ng May 12 yung embryo transfer is May 28 my cycle is 24 days lang ilang araw na lang dadatnan naman ako 7 days n lang pagitan,isang embryo lang po ang na transfer,yun po ba ang dahilan kung bakit hinde successful ang IVF ko,natatakot na po akong umulit baka hinde ko na kakayanin kung ma failed uli,sana po inyong mabigyang panahon ang aking katanungan..Salamat po and God Bless
