What effect does IVF have on the body?
In vitro fertilization (IVF) is the process of assisting pregnancy through in vitro fertilization (IVF), which has become an increasingly common reproductive choice. However, in the process of IVF, there may be some effects on the participants' bodies, which will be described in detail from several aspects below.
1. Impact on female body
The influence of IVF on women's body is mainly reflected in the following aspects.
First, the process of egg retrieval may lead to ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS). This symptom may lead to ovarian swelling, abdominal distension, abdominal pain, nausea and other discomfort, and even in serious cases may cause serious complications such as thrombosis, dyspnea and pleural effusion.
Secondly, intrauterine IVF transplantation may also bring some risks. For example, in a few weeks after IVF transplantation, adverse results such as abortion or ectopic pregnancy may occur.
In addition, women also need to receive hormone drug support during pregnancy. These drugs may cause some side effects, such as flushing, breast pain and emotional fluctuations.
2. Impact on male body
Although IVF mainly involves female physiological processes, the body of male participants may also be affected.
On the one hand, men need to provide fresh sperm samples, which may have a certain impact on the quantity and quality of sperm, especially for men whose sperm quality is low. In addition, the process of semen extraction may cause discomfort for some men.
On the other hand, if sperm donation is used, men need to face psychological challenges. Some men may worry about the biological blood relationship of the baby, which may bring some mental pressure.
3. Impact on baby's body
After IVF babies are born, their bodies may be affected by some special circumstances.
First, compared with natural pregnancy, IVF may be more prone to premature delivery. This is because in the process of IVF, doctors usually transfer embryos at an early stage of embryonic development, which may increase the risk of premature delivery.
Secondly, IVF babies may also have birth defects. Some studies have shown that IVF may be more prone to genetic diseases such as chromosome abnormalities.
In addition, IVF babies may face a higher risk of multiple pregnancies. In order to improve the success rate, doctors may implant multiple embryos at the same time during the transfer process, which may lead to twin, three or more pregnancies.
4. Psychological and social impact
The IVF process may also have some impact on the psychological and social life of participants.
On the one hand, the process of IVF may cause some psychological pressure on both spouses. This includes the investigation of infertility causes, physical discomfort in the process of egg retrieval and semen retrieval, and the waiting period after the baby is transplanted.
On the other hand, although the society is more and more accepting of IVF, some people still have prejudice and misunderstanding on this way. This may cause the couple to face pressure and doubt from relatives, friends and social environment.
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In conclusion, the IVF process may have a certain impact on the physical, psychological and social life of participants. Although these impacts may exist, it does not mean that everyone will encounter the same degree of problems. Before deciding to carry out IVF, both husband and wife should fully understand and consider these potential impacts, and have in-depth discussions and consultations with doctors.
