1、 Risks of human IVF technology
Human IVF technology is an important reproductive medicine technology, which provides a chance for couples who cannot conceive naturally or have the risk of genetic diseases to have healthy babies. However, this technology also has some risks, including the following aspects:
First, the success rate is low. Although human IVF technology has made great progress in improving infertility, the success rate is still not high, depending on many factors, such as age, physical health, etc.
Secondly, the risk of multiple pregnancy. Because multiple embryos are implanted after in vitro fertilization to increase the success rate, IVF technology often leads to an increased risk of multiple pregnancies, which may lead to premature delivery, low birth weight and other related complications.
In addition, infant health problems. In the process of IVF, embryos are exposed to many factors in vitro culture environment, which may have a potential impact on their health. Some studies have shown that babies born in vitro may have slightly higher risks of congenital defects, developmental disorders, etc. than those born naturally.
2、 Precautions before IVF
Before deciding to carry out IVF, couples need to know the following points:
First, choose the right hospital and doctor. IVF is a complex and delicate process, which requires experienced doctors and hospitals with advanced equipment. Couples should choose hospitals with good reputation, advanced equipment and professional teams.
Secondly, comprehensively evaluate your own situation. Couples need to have a comprehensive physical examination to understand their own physical conditions and genetic factors, so that doctors can customize treatment plans according to individual conditions.
In addition, psychological preparation. The IVF process has a long cycle and may experience multiple failures. Couples need to be mentally prepared to face failures and setbacks, and also have a positive attitude and support.
3、 Precautions during IVF
In the process of IVF, couples should pay attention to the following aspects:
First, treat according to the doctor's advice. In the process of IVF, doctors will make treatment plans according to the specific conditions of the couple, including drug treatment, egg retrieval, etc. The couple needs to take the medicine on time and according to the doctor's instructions to complete other treatments.
Secondly, abide by lifestyle adjustment. In the process of IVF, couples need to adjust their diet, work and rest time and other lifestyle to maintain good physical condition. Avoid contact with harmful substances and pressure, and keep a relaxed attitude.
In addition, report abnormalities in a timely manner. In the process of IVF, couples need to carefully observe their own body changes, and report to the doctor in time in case of any discomfort or abnormality, so that the doctor can adjust the treatment plan in time.
4、 Precautions after IVF
Once IVF is successful, couples should pay attention to the following aspects:
First, good health care during pregnancy. Couples need to actively cooperate with doctors to carry out health care during pregnancy, carry out regular prenatal examination, supplement nutrition, etc., to ensure the healthy development of the fetus.
Secondly, pay attention to psychological care. The process of IVF may be a long wait for couples. After a successful pregnancy, couples may feel various emotional fluctuations. They need to pay attention to psychological care and maintain a positive and optimistic attitude.
In addition, actively participate in the learning of childcare knowledge. As the parents of test tube babies, couples need to actively participate in the learning of childcare knowledge, understand the nursing, feeding and other knowledge of babies, and provide a good environment for the healthy growth of babies.
Summary
Although IVF technology has brought a glimmer of hope to infertile patients, it also comes with certain risks. Low success rate, multiple pregnancy risk and infant health problems are common risks of IVF technology. Before IVF, it is very important to select a suitable hospital and comprehensively evaluate your own condition. In the process of IVF, couples need to treat according to the doctor's recommendations, comply with lifestyle adjustments, and report abnormalities in a timely manner. Once the IVF is successful, couples need good pregnancy health care, psychological care and active participation in childcare knowledge learning. Only by doing well in these precautions can we minimize risks and ensure the success of IVF and the health of infants.
