Risk of test tube babies in Malaysia
With the progress of science and technology, more and more couples in Malaysia choose IVF to realize their reproductive dreams. However, IVF is not without risks, and potential risks still exist. This article will elaborate on the risks of Malaysian IVF from four aspects, namely, physical factors, reproductive complications, psychological pressure and economic burden.
1、 Constitutional factor
In vitro fertilization (IVF) or embryo transfer (ET) and other assisted reproductive technologies are needed to achieve IVF. However, not everyone is suitable for these technologies. Some couples suffering from serious physical or genetic diseases may not be able to carry out IVF because of poor health. In addition, IVF infants also need hormone therapy, which may have negative effects on women's bodies, such as ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS).
In addition, IVF babies often need several attempts to succeed. Every attempt requires surgery and medication, which is a burden to the body. Long term physical stress and drug side effects may pose potential risks to women's reproductive system, cardiovascular system and immune system.
2、 Reproductive complications
The success rate of IVF is not 100%, and failure and complications may occur. Unexpected infection or injury may occur during embryo transfer, leading to pregnancy failure. During pregnancy, the risk of miscarriage and early childbirth is also higher than that of natural pregnancy. In addition, IVF may lead to multiple pregnancies, increasing the risk of premature delivery, low birth weight and other obstetric complications.
Before embryo transfer, patients also need to carry out embryo screening to ensure the quality of embryos. However, embryo screening cannot completely exclude the possibility of embryo abnormalities, so there is a risk of congenital diseases.
3、 Psychological pressure
IVF is a journey of great psychological pressure for couples. Long term treatment process and uncertain results may lead to psychological problems such as anxiety, disappointment and depression. Couples may feel depressed and helpless, especially after many failures. This kind of psychological pressure has a negative impact on the couple's personal relationship and marital relationship.
In addition, social and family pressure is also a matter of concern. IVF still has certain social pressure and prejudice in some cultural backgrounds. Couples may face doubts and pressure from relatives and friends, which further increases their psychological burden.
4、 Economic burden
IVF is not a cheap medical option. The cost of surgery, medicine and repeated attempts may lead to a heavy economic burden. If IVF fails, couples may have to pay these fees repeatedly. In addition, some IVF programs may require couples to travel to other countries, which means higher travel and accommodation costs.
To sum up, although Malaysian IVF provides many couples with an opportunity to realize their reproductive dreams, there are still some risks. Physical factors, birth complications, psychological pressure and economic burden are all important factors to consider the potential risks of IVF. The potential risks need to be fully understood and considered by couples before deciding to carry out IVF.
