Brain Activity During Menstrual Cycle vs. Fertility Treatment
Part of Brain & nervous system, Hormones & metabolism, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study looks at how natural menstrual cycles and ovarian stimulation (which mimics some fertility treatments) affect brain activity and hormone levels. Researchers want to understand normal brain changes during the cycle to help improve fertility treatments.
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Who can take part
- You must be between 25 and 35 years old.
- Your BMI should be between 20 and 30.
- You need to have a regular menstrual cycle (26 to 35 days long).
- You cannot be using any hormonal birth control (pills, patches, or IUDs) right now, and if you have used it in the past, you must have stopped at least 3 months ago.
- You must be able to have an MRI scan without any issues (no metal implants, no claustrophobia, etc.).
- You cannot have any history of ovarian surgery, ovarian problems, mental health conditions, or use medications that affect brain function.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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