Effect of IVF side effects on pregnant women
IVF is a method of assisting in the pregnancy of children through in vitro fertilization. Although significant progress has been made in solving the problem of infertility, the related medical process and drug treatment may also bring some side effects. For pregnant women, these side effects may have a certain impact on their body and psychology. This article will elaborate on the effects of IVF side effects on pregnant women from the aspects of physiological, psychological, economic and social impacts.
Impact 1: Physiological impact
IVF treatment usually requires injection of drugs to stimulate the ovary to produce more eggs, which may lead to a series of physiological discomfort in pregnant women. First of all, injecting drugs may cause emotional fluctuations, insomnia and fatigue in pregnant women. Secondly, excess of normal ovulation may lead to ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS), which is characterized by abdominal distention, abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting. During egg collection, there may be risks of bleeding, infection and organ damage.
In addition, IVF pregnancy may increase the risk of early pregnancy, such as ectopic pregnancy and abortion. Pregnant women may also need to use progesterone and other drugs for a long time to maintain pregnancy, which may cause additional pain, blood loss, nausea and other discomfort during pregnancy.
In conclusion, physiological side effects may have a negative impact on the health of pregnant women to some extent.
Impact 2: psychological impact
IVF treatment is a journey full of stress and anxiety for many couples. Especially after the occurrence of infertility, couples may experience a long period of uncertainty and disappointment. In addition, many failed attempts during the treatment process may lead the couple into depression and despair.
At the same time, IVF treatment also requires close cooperation and support between couples, but due to possible hormone changes and the pressure of the treatment process, the relationship between couples may become strained. The pressure of individual and marital mental health may further aggravate the pressure of pregnant women.
Therefore, IVF treatment may have a negative impact on the mental health of pregnant women, and they need psychological support and counseling.
Impact 3: economic impact
IVF treatment is an expensive medical process, including drug costs, treatment costs, surgery costs and pregnancy care costs. This may put a lot of pressure on the family's economic situation. Especially for some low - and middle-income families, they may have to bear a greater economic burden.
In addition, due to the multiple attempts and possible complications of IVF treatment, families may need to face longer economic expenditures. This will have a certain impact on the economic stability and quality of life of pregnant women.
Impact 4: social impact
IVF treatment is controversial and biased in some social cultures, which may lead to additional social pressure and discrimination against pregnant women. For example, some people may think that IVF is an unnatural way to make moral judgments on pregnant women.
In addition, since it may be necessary to leave work or school for treatment during the treatment period, pregnant women may have to face questions and puzzles from colleagues, friends and family members. This may bring social discomfort and psychological pressure to pregnant women.
Summary
To sum up, the side effects of IVF have a physiological, psychological, economic and social impact on pregnant women. Physiological side effects include drug induced discomfort and treatment risk; Psychological effects include stress, anxiety and tension between couples; Economic impacts include expensive treatment costs and long-term expenditures; Social influences include social prejudice and discrimination. Therefore, in IVF treatment, these effects should be fully considered and necessary support and care should be provided for pregnant women.
