What are the disadvantages of second-generation IVF
The second-generation IVF is a miracle created by the progress of medical science and technology. Many infertile couples have realized their dream of having their own children through this technology. However, compared with its advantages, the second-generation IVF also has some disadvantages and side effects. This article will elaborate on the shortcomings of the second generation IVF from four aspects: social morality, physical risk, psychological pressure and high cost.
social morality
The wide application of the second generation IVF technology has caused a series of social and moral problems. First of all, the second-generation IVF technology may lead to an increase in the trend of gender selection by infants, thus resulting in an imbalance between men and women. This imbalance between men and women may have a profound impact on social and family structures. In addition, because IVF babies need to be fertilized and nurtured through artificial processes, some people believe that this technology interferes with the natural fertility process, violates the traditional natural laws, and has moral disputes.
At the same time, the wide application of the second-generation IVF technology may also lead to the further expansion of the gap between the rich and the poor. The cost of IVF technology is usually high, and only a few wealthy families can afford it, which will lead to some low-income families being unable to access this technology and exacerbate social inequality.
physical risk
The second-generation IVF technology has some physical risks to some extent. First, the process of egg retrieval may lead to ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome, chest tightness, abdominal distension and other uncomfortable symptoms. Secondly, test tube babies need to be cultivated in vitro for a period of time, which may lead to the neglect of some genetic diseases or genetic defects of gene mutations, increasing the risk of infant disease. In addition, because IVF technology mostly requires multiple attempts to succeed, it also increases the physical burden and risk of women in the whole process.
Psychological pressure
The second generation IVF process is a process of great psychological pressure for both couples. First of all, because the success rate of IVF technology is not 100%, couples may experience multiple failures in the process of trying, and the failure of long-term expectations will bring psychological shock and pressure to both. Secondly, IVF technology may cause tension in family relations. Both husband and wife may have disputes due to failure or economic pressure, which will affect their feelings.
In addition, the success of the second generation IVF may have an impact on the self-esteem and interpersonal relationships of couples. If the baby is born successfully, the couple may feel happy and satisfied, but if it fails, it may produce a sense of inferiority and social expectation pressure, which will adversely affect the couple's interpersonal relationship.
Expensive
The high cost of second-generation IVF technology has become one of the important reasons why many families cannot afford it. In addition to the operation costs and related testing costs, it also includes drug costs, hospitalization costs and follow-up care costs. As the whole process requires many attempts and long-term cultivation, families need to bear enormous economic pressure. For those families with poor economic conditions, this is a huge burden, which may lead to their inability to choose the second-generation IVF technology.
Summary
Although the second-generation IVF technology provides a new way of reproduction for infertile couples, its shortcomings are also obvious. Social moral problems, physical risks, psychological pressure and high costs have become one of the main factors limiting the development of second-generation IVF technology. For families using this technology, it is necessary to fully understand its advantages and disadvantages, and make wise decisions after comprehensive consideration of personal conditions and social impacts.
