Effects of IVF on the body
The development of IVF technology has brought hope to many couples who cannot conceive naturally, but this technology will also have some impact on the child's body. The effects of IVF on the body will be described in detail from four aspects.
Genetic factor
The most commonly used method of IVF is in vitro fertilization (IVF), which may use donated Utopia (eggs or sperm) for fertilization. This means that IVF babies may have different genetic genes from their biological parents, leading to the risk of some genetic diseases. In addition, the selection of the number of embryos implanted during IVF may also affect the probability of twins or multiple births in IVF, which may increase some related health risks.
In addition, since IVF is fertilized and cultivated in the laboratory, its genetic material may be different from the impact of the surrounding environment compared with the naturally pregnant children. This may cause some changes in the child's gene expression, and further research is needed to understand the long-term health impact of these changes on the child.
Pregnancy effects
The pregnancy mode of IVF is usually ovulation induction - oocyte retrieval - fertilization - embryo implantation, which means that women need to receive multiple hormone treatments and surgical procedures. These processes have certain pressure and risks on women's bodies. For example, excessive hormone therapy may lead to ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome and related complications. Egg retrieval and embryo implantation may also lead to infection, bleeding and other risks.
In addition, during pregnancy, IVF may face similar pregnancy complications with naturally pregnant children, such as gestational diabetes, pregnancy induced hypertension, etc. Therefore, the mothers of IVF babies need to pay special attention to their health during pregnancy and receive prenatal examination and consultation regularly.
Development and health
From birth to childhood, the development and health of IVF may be affected to some extent. Research shows that compared with naturally pregnant children, IVF may deviate from some developmental indicators. This may include birth weight, preterm birth risk, neurodevelopment, etc.
In addition, IVF may be at risk of suffering from some genetic diseases, such as congenital heart disease, Down syndrome, etc. Therefore, for test tube babies, families and doctors need to pay close attention to their development and health, and regularly carry out physical examination and various screening.
Psychological influence
During the growth of IVF, the influence of family and social environment on its mental health cannot be ignored. Compared with naturally pregnant children, IVF may face more identity problems and psychological pressure. They may have questions about their own life experience, as well as discrimination or confusion from others. The family and society should give them enough support and understanding.
To sum up, although IVF has brought new fertility options to infertile couples, there are also some effects and risks on the child's body. Families and doctors need to pay close attention to the health and development of children during pregnancy and their growth, and provide corresponding support and help.
