What sequelae of IVF need attention?
IVF technology (assisted reproductive technology) is an important scientific and technological progress that can help couples who cannot conceive naturally achieve their reproductive aspirations. However, even if it succeeds, IVF may have some sequelae that need attention. This article will elaborate on IVF sequelae from four aspects: genetic factors, weight problems, neural development and psychological problems.
Genetic factor
IVF usually uses in vitro fertilization technology to combine sperm and egg in the laboratory, and then transfer the fertilized egg back to the mother to develop into an embryo. In this process, there will be some genetic factors that may affect the health of IVF.
First, IVF may be at risk of chromosomal abnormalities. The operation in the laboratory and the process of embryo culture may lead to chromosome abnormalities in the embryo, such as Down syndrome. Therefore, even if the pregnancy is successful, the test tube baby also needs chromosome testing to exclude possible genetic defects.
Secondly, IVF may face the risk of genetic diseases. If parents carry gene mutations of certain hereditary diseases, their children may inherit these mutations, resulting in hereditary diseases at birth. Therefore, before IVF, parents carrying genetic disease gene mutations should conduct gene testing and consult doctors for genetic counseling.
Finally, IVF mothers may be at risk for pregnancy related diseases. IVF usually uses assisted reproductive technology to promote egg development and ovulation through hormone therapy. This will have a certain impact on the mother's body and may increase the risk of pregnancy related diseases (such as pregnancy induced hypertension and diabetes). Therefore, IVF mothers need to pay special attention to their health during pregnancy and conduct regular prenatal examinations.
Weight problems
IVF may be affected during embryonic development, resulting in weight problems. This is because IVF is usually a multiple pregnancy, that is, multiple embryos are transferred to the mother. Multiple pregnancies increase the risk of premature delivery and low birth weight.
Preterm delivery means that the baby is born with a lower weight, which may lead to a series of health problems, such as dyspnea, physical dysfunction, etc. In addition, low birth weight infants may encounter some difficulties in the process of growth and development, and may need more medical and rehabilitation cooperation. Therefore, after birth, IVF babies need to pay close attention to weight gain, and conduct regular growth tracking and development assessment.
Neurodevelopmental problems
IVF babies may face neurodevelopmental problems. This may be related to maternal hormone therapy and embryo culture environment. Some studies have found that there may be some delays in the neural development of IVF, such as the delay in the development of language and cognitive ability.
In order to avoid these problems, some well-known IVF hospitals have adopted improved technology and environment to provide an environment as close to natural pregnancy as possible. In addition, parents can also take some measures to promote neural development, such as providing good early education and stimulating learning environment.
Psychological problems
The birth of IVF is a very important thing for parents and families. However, the birth process of IVF may cause some psychological pressure and anxiety to parents.
First of all, the treatment process of IVF may be a long and hard journey, which requires multiple hormone injections and physical examinations. This may have a certain impact on the couple's mental health, leading to anxiety and depression.
Secondly, some couples may face pressure on the success rate of IVF. Since IVF technology is not 100% successful, it may take several attempts to achieve a successful pregnancy. This period is a long wait and anxiety for couples, which may affect their mental health.
In order to deal with these psychological problems, couples can seek professional psychological guidance and support, and communicate with doctors and professionals. In addition, the support and understanding of family members are also crucial to the couple's mental health.
Summary
Although IVF has helped many couples who are unable to conceive naturally realize their desire to have children, some possible sequelae should be noted. From four aspects of genetic factors, weight problems, neural development and psychological problems, IVF may face chromosome abnormalities, genetic diseases, weight problems, delayed neural development and psychological stress. Therefore, before IVF, parents should fully understand these possible sequelae, and consult and guide professionals to ensure the health of IVF and family happiness.
