Effects of IVF on the body
Test tube baby is one of the major breakthroughs in medical science and technology at present, which has realized the birth dream for many infertile couples. However, IVF is not without risks. It may have some effects on the body. This article will elaborate on the influence of IVF on the body from four aspects.
Effects of hormone therapy on the body
The IVF process usually requires hormone therapy to promote ovarian ovulation. These hormones may have some side effects on the body. First, hormone therapy may lead to ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS), whose symptoms include abdominal distension, nausea, vomiting and abdominal discomfort. Secondly, hormone therapy may also cause emotional fluctuations and breast swelling and other discomfort. In addition, long-term hormone use may increase the risk of breast and ovarian cancer.
In order to reduce the impact of hormone therapy on the body, doctors usually adjust the dose according to the patient's situation, and closely monitor the patient's physical and emotional changes.
Complications of in vitro fertilization and embryo transfer
One of the key steps of IVF is in vitro fertilization and embryo transfer. In this process, some complications may occur. First, the ultra extraction and egg collection during in vitro fertilization may lead to vaginal bleeding, infection, uterine perforation and other risks. Secondly, embryo transfer may lead to complications such as intrauterine infection, ectopic pregnancy and multiple births.
In order to reduce the risk of these complications, doctors will strictly control the operation process, pay close attention to the patient's physical condition after the operation, and monitor the development of pregnancy through regular B-ultrasound examination.
Pregnancy complications and high-risk pregnancy
IVF pregnancy may face the challenges of pregnancy complications and high-risk pregnancy. Because patients often experience a long period of infertility treatment before they become pregnant, their bodies may have been in a state of fatigue to a certain extent, and they are prone to complications such as pregnancy vomiting, anemia and hypertension. In addition, IVF pregnancy may increase the probability of premature delivery and low birth weight infants due to multiple pregnancies.
In order to reduce the risk of pregnancy complications and high-risk pregnancy, pregnant women need to carry out prenatal examination and pregnancy disease monitoring regularly, and doctors will provide targeted treatment and nutrition suggestions according to the situation.
Psychological and emotional influences
The influence of IVF on the body is not only physiological, but also psychological and emotional. The IVF process may bring psychological and emotional pressure and anxiety to patients. On the one hand, patients may worry about treatment failure and disappointment again; On the other hand, there may be pressure and tension in family and partner relationships.
In order to help patients cope with psychological and emotional influences, doctors will provide psychological guidance and support, and advise patients to maintain good communication and understanding with their families and partners.
summary
IVF affects the body in many ways. Hormone therapy may cause side effects and increase the risk of cancer. In vitro fertilization and embryo transfer may have complications. High risk pregnancy and complications may occur during pregnancy. The pregnancy process may bring psychological and emotional pressure to patients. Nevertheless, through reasonable treatment and monitoring, many infertile couples can still successfully welcome their IVF babies.
