Does IVF transplantation cause pain?
IVF is a kind of assisted reproductive technology. By cultivating the fertilized eggs in the laboratory for a few days, and then implanting them into the mother's uterus, it can help those couples who cannot conceive naturally to achieve their reproductive aspirations. However, people have different views on whether the IVF transplantation process is painful. Next, we will elaborate on this issue from several aspects.
1. Injection phase
In the preparation stage before IVF transplantation, women need to receive a series of drug injections to promote ovarian ovulation and increase the number of mature eggs. This stage may cause some physical discomfort, such as breast pain, abdominal distension, mood fluctuations, but generally does not cause serious pain. The pain during injection mainly comes from the instant feeling when the injection needle penetrates the skin, but it is usually very short, and can be alleviated by using anesthetic drugs or ointment.
After the last injection stop, the professional doctor or assistant will observe the patient for a period of time to ensure that no adverse reactions occur.
2. Ovarian stimulation and ovum retrieval process
The next stage of IVF is ovarian stimulation and egg retrieval. By injecting drugs, the ovaries produce multiple mature eggs. This process may cause ovarian swelling and pelvic discomfort, but not necessarily severe pain. The egg retrieval process is usually carried out under anesthesia, and the patient will enter a coma state, unable to feel any pain. Professional doctors will use fine needles to remove mature eggs through the vaginal wall under supervision.
During the whole process of egg retrieval, professional doctors will monitor according to the specific conditions of patients to reduce any discomfort and pain.
3. Embryo culture process
The eggs taken out will be combined with sperm in the laboratory to produce fertilized eggs, and then cultured and proliferated. The purpose of this process is to screen the embryos with the most potential for development and ensure that they have the conditions for plant. In this process, the patient does not need to participate, so there is no pain.
4. Embryo transfer process
Embryo transfer is the last stage of IVF transfer. At this stage, a professional doctor will place an embryo at a certain time point (usually the third or fifth day) into the uterus through the vagina. This process does not require anesthesia, usually only a slight discomfort, similar to mild dysmenorrhea during menstruation. The whole process generally does not last too long, and the risk is low.
Overall, IVF transplantation does not cause severe pain. At each stage, professional doctors will try their best to reduce the pain of patients and ensure the safety and comfort of the whole process. If you are considering IVF transplantation, it is recommended that you communicate with your doctor in detail and fully understand the possible discomfort and pain level at each stage so as to make a wise decision.
