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Fertility Glossary

Mild stimulation IVF

IVF using lower medication doses, aiming for fewer eggs.

Medicines & protocols

Mild protocols use lower gonadotropin doses, sometimes with oral agents, to collect a smaller number of eggs with fewer side effects and lower drug costs. Cumulative live birth per started cycle is generally lower than with conventional dosing, so it suits particular situations rather than everyone.

Also known as: mini IVF, low-dose IVF

Sources

  • ESHRE guidance (used where Canadian wording is unavailable)

Last reviewed: September 9, 2026. Written by the Antega Editorial Team. General information only โ€” always follow the advice of your own clinic, doctor or pharmacist.

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