Does IVF have any side effects?
Test tube baby is one of the important achievements of modern medical technology, which provides a hope for couples who cannot conceive naturally. However, whether there are side effects in IVF has always been a concern. This article will elaborate on whether IVF has side effects from four aspects.
1. Reproductive hospital and equipment
The whole process of IVF needs to be carried out in professional reproductive hospitals, which are usually well equipped and professional doctors emerge in endlessly. When choosing a hospital, couples can make judgments based on the reputation and professional strength of the hospital and choose a hospital with high credibility.
However, there are also some irregular reproductive hospitals, which may have problems in equipment, technology, sanitary conditions, etc. These poor conditions may increase some risks and side effects. Therefore, choosing a qualified formal hospital is the first step to avoid side effects.
At the same time, professional reproductive hospitals will have a complete set of operating procedures and strict supervision system, which is also to ensure the safety and success rate of the whole process of IVF.
2. Impact on women
IVF will have a certain impact on women's body, especially after egg retrieval. Egg retrieval is an important part of the IVF procedure. It can increase the number of eggs by stimulating the ovary and improve the pregnancy rate. This process can lead to some side effects, such as ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS).
OHSS is a response to ovarian stimulation, which may cause abdominal distension, nausea, vomiting and other uncomfortable feelings. However, professional doctors will monitor and adjust according to the specific conditions of patients to reduce the incidence of OHSS.
In addition, women may need to receive multiple hormone treatments during the whole process of IVF, which may lead to emotional fluctuations, breast pain, headache and other uncomfortable symptoms. However, these side effects usually disappear after treatment.
3. Effects on embryos
In the process of IVF, the fertilized eggs are cultured and screened in vitro, and then implanted into the mother at the best time. However, this process may inevitably lead to some complications and side effects.
On the one hand, in the process of embryo culture, the embryo may stop developing or develop abnormally, leading to the failure of the IVF cycle. The incidence of this situation is about 30%, but with the continuous progress of technology, the failure rate will gradually decrease.
On the other hand, after IVF implantation into the mother, complications such as cysts and ectopic pregnancy may occur. These complications are caused by technical uncontrollable factors, and patients need to pay close attention to them after surgery and seek medical advice in time.
4. Psychological and economic pressure
IVF is not only a medical technology, but also involves the psychological and economic problems of couples. Whether in the process of treatment or after success, couples may face tremendous psychological and economic pressure.
The success rate of IVF is not 100%, and couples need to experience multiple treatments to succeed. This long wait and uncertainty may have a negative impact on the couple's mental health, causing anxiety, depression and other problems.
In addition, the cost of IVF is high, including medical costs, drug costs, etc. Couples need to bear these costs, and sometimes they may need to borrow or raise funds, which will bring a certain financial burden to the family.
Summary
In conclusion, IVF has certain side effects in some specific aspects. Choosing formal reproductive hospitals and professional doctors can minimize the risk. In addition, women may be affected by some physiological and psychological factors during IVF. For embryos, there are certain risks and complications. Finally, couples also need to face psychological and economic pressure. Despite these side effects, the continuous progress of modern medical technology and the careful operation of professional doctors make IVF a safer and more successful choice.
