AboutEdward Joseph Ramirez, MD, FACOG Expertise I am a specialist in infertility and advanced gynecological care. I can answer questions about infertility, gynecology related ills, menopause...virtually anything that affects women's health. PLEASE tell me where you are writing from as I am always interested.
Experience I have been practicing as an Ob/Gyn and Infertility Specialist for over 23 years. Gynecology, advanced laparoscopic surgery, basic infertility, IUI's, IVF, reproductive surgery, and ovulation induction are all areas of my expertise. I am Board Certified. I have been doing In Vitro Fertilization in my clinic for 15 years.
Organizations American College of OB/GYN, American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, American Society of Reproductive Medicine, Society of Assisted Reproductive Technology, American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists, Fellow of The American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists,Resolve-National Chapter, Open Path - Northern California, Board of Directors Monterey Medical Society
Publications American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Education/Credentials Medical Degree from Stanford University, Residency at Tripler Army Medical Center, Reproductive Training at Pacific Fertility Center, San Francisco
I am taking Endometrin vaginal progesterone tablets for an IVF cycle. I have endometriosis and am wondering if this medication will have any effect on the endometriosis or will increase it in any way. Thank you.
Answer Hello Ms. Conlon,
No the medication will not affect the endometriosis. In fact, Progesterone is used as a long-term treatment for endometriosis. It is essential as part of the IVF treatment so keep using it.
Sincerely,
Edward J. Ramirez, M.D., FACOG
Executive Medical Director,
The Fertility and Gynecology Center
Monterey Bay IVF Program
www.montereybayivf.com
