Does IVF reduction cause pain to the mother
The development of IVF technology gives hope to infertile patients, but sometimes they face the problem of too many embryo implantation. At this time, IVF reduction may be required to ensure the safety of mothers and infants. In vitro fetal reduction is to reduce the number of pregnant embryos or fetuses through selective progesterone injection or curettage. So, will IVF baby reduction cause pain to the mother? This article will elaborate on this issue from the aspects of physiological reaction, fetal reduction method, anesthesia mode and postoperative recovery.
Physiological response
IVF reduction may cause some physiological reactions, including abdominal pain, vaginal bleeding, etc. This is caused by uterine contraction and the removal of the embryo or fetus. Generally speaking, abdominal pain and vaginal bleeding are temporary symptoms and will not cause serious harm to the mother. However, some women may feel some discomfort and pain. Therefore, doctors usually give anesthesia to reduce the pain during the operation of fetal reduction.
In addition, the physiological reaction of IVF to the mother may also include emotional fluctuation, slight blood loss and mild abdominal distension. These symptoms are generally temporary, and will gradually alleviate with the progress of recovery.
Tire reduction method
In vitro fetal reduction can be performed by selective progesterone injection or curettage. Selective progesterone injection is a non operative method. It can inhibit the development of some embryos and stop their growth by injecting progesterone. This method usually causes mild abdominal pain and vaginal bleeding, but the pain is mild, and generally does not require anesthesia.
Another method of fetal reduction is curettage, which needs to be performed in the operating room. This method is suitable for the case of large number of embryos or ineffective selective progesterone. During surgery, doctors will use anesthetic drugs to make the patient in a painless state, and then remove the redundant embryos or fetuses through hysteroscopy or curettage forceps and other tools. This method may cause some abdominal pain and vaginal bleeding, but the degree of pain can be effectively controlled.
Anesthesia mode
In IVF reduction surgery, doctors usually give patients anesthesia to reduce pain. Common anesthesia methods include general anesthesia and local anesthesia.
General anesthesia is to make the patient in a painless state by intravenous injection of narcotic drugs. This kind of anesthesia is suitable for patients who are afraid of surgery or cannot tolerate pain during curettage. Under general anesthesia, the patient will lose consciousness completely and will not feel any pain during the operation.
Local anesthesia is to make it in a painless state by injecting anesthetic at the operation site. This method of anesthesia is applicable to patients who have contraindications to general anesthesia or are worried about general anesthesia. Under local anesthesia, the patient is still awake, but the operation site will lose sensation, so there will be no pain during the operation.
Postoperative recovery
After IVF reduction, patients usually need to rest in the hospital for a period of time to ensure a smooth recovery after surgery. After the operation, the doctor will give necessary drugs and care to reduce pain and promote wound healing.
Generally speaking, postoperative abdominal pain and vaginal bleeding will gradually reduce, and the wound will also heal. However, the specific time of postoperative recovery varies from individual to individual, and some patients may need a longer time to recover.
Summary
In conclusion, IVF reduction may cause some pain and discomfort, but generally the pain is mild and can be effectively controlled through anesthesia. Physiological reaction, fetal reduction method, anesthesia mode and postoperative recovery are all aspects to be considered. When performing IVF reduction, the patient should fully communicate with the doctor, understand the operation process and postoperative care, select the most suitable method for the reduction, pay close attention to the body changes after the operation, and seek medical advice in time to ensure the smooth progress of postoperative recovery.
