Time cycle of IVF
IVF is a method of cultivating fertilized eggs in the laboratory through artificial assisted reproduction technology, and then implanting healthy embryos into women's uterus to achieve pregnancy. The time cycle of IVF is different due to individual differences and hospital processes, and can generally be divided into the following stages.
Phase I: Consultation and evaluation
In the time cycle of IVF, both husband and wife need to be consulted and evaluated by doctors first. The doctor will know the medical records, birth history, family heredity and other information of both parties in detail, and at the same time conduct a basic examination on the woman to determine whether it is suitable for IVF. This phase usually takes 1-2 months.
Next, both parties need to conduct psychological counseling to understand the whole process of IVF and the problems and challenges that may be faced later. This helps both parties make decisions and maintain a positive attitude throughout the process.
Stage II: ovulation induction and egg collection
During the physiological cycle of the woman, the doctor will stimulate ovarian ovulation by using ovulation promoting drugs, and determine the best time to collect eggs by regularly monitoring the growth of follicles. Normally, this process takes 2-3 weeks.
After the best time for egg collection is reached, the doctor collects eggs through vagina (involving local anesthesia) or laparoscopy. The collected eggs will be cultured and prepared in the laboratory, waiting for the process of fertilization.
Stage 3: Fertilization and embryo culture
In the IVF stage, doctors will use in vitro fertilization (IVF) or single sperm injection (ICSI) to combine the sperm provided by the man with the eggs collected by the woman. This process usually takes several hours to one day.
After fertilization, the embryo will be cultured and observed in the laboratory. The culture cycle can be determined according to the development of embryos, usually 2-6 days. The doctor will select the best embryo for implantation.
Stage 4: embryo implantation and pregnancy
Embryo implantation is the last stage of IVF. Doctors implant healthy embryos that have been cultured into women's uterus through painless walking surgery. This process is usually short, but it requires proper rest and observation after operation.
If the implanted embryo is successfully implanted and developed, women will achieve pregnancy. The doctor will conduct pregnancy monitoring to ensure the development of the embryo and the health of the mother. If the pregnancy is successful, women need to receive closer monitoring and guidance from doctors to ensure the safety and good development of the fetus.
Is IVF painful?
Although the IVF process may make people feel a bit cumbersome and nervous, it does not necessarily bring pain. The specific pain feelings vary from individual to individual and medical operation, but doctors will try to reduce the pain by giving appropriate anesthetic and sedative drugs, as well as providing psychological support and pain management.
The psychological pressure of IVF may have a certain impact on individuals, but good psychological counseling and support can help couples cope with these pressures. At the same time, for women, ovulation induction and egg collection may lead to some physical discomfort, such as abdominal distension and breast pain, but these discomfort is usually temporary.
In general, the time cycle and pain feelings of IVF vary from individual to hospital operation. Through access to good medical care, psychological support and pain management, the IVF process can be carried out more easily and safely.
Summary
The time cycle of IVF is usually divided into four stages: consultation and evaluation, ovulation promotion and egg collection, fertilization and embryo culture, embryo implantation and pregnancy. The operation of different individuals and hospitals will lead to different time periods. The process of IVF may produce certain psychological pressure on individuals, but through appropriate medical and psychological support, the pain can be alleviated. No matter in terms of time cycle or pain feeling, individuals should actively face the IVF process and seek professional help to achieve the goal of healthy and safe pregnancy.
