Effects of IVF on the body
In vitro fertilization embryo transfer (IVF-ET) is a medical assisted reproductive technology that helps infertile couples achieve their reproductive aspirations. As a well-known medical institution, Guangzhou Zhongshan Hospital provides professional IVF services. Although IVF technology can help many couples have children successfully, it will also have an impact on women's bodies. This article will elaborate on the effects of IVF on the body from four aspects: physiological changes, hormone therapy, surgical risks and psychological effects.
Physiological changes
In the process of IVF, women need to undergo multiple tubal punctures, ovarian stimulation and egg retrieval operations, which may cause physiological changes in the body. First, the use of ovarian stimulation drugs will increase the volume of the ovary and the number of follicles, which may cause abdominal distension and discomfort. Secondly, ovarian stimulation may lead to follicular overgrowth, which increases the risk of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome. In addition, the ovum retrieval operation may stimulate the ovary to some extent, which may cause mild bleeding and pain.
However, most of these physiological changes are temporary. Even if discomfort occurs, it will return to normal after a period of time. Women can relieve their discomfort through proper rest and diet.
hormone therapy
During IVF, women need hormone therapy to promote follicular development and prepare endometrium. These hormones may cause fluctuations in hormone levels, and may present uncomfortable symptoms such as mood changes, headache and breast pain before menstruation. In addition, long-term hormone use may increase the risk of gestational diabetes and hypertension.
However, hormone therapy is necessary in the process of IVF, and doctors will adjust the dose reasonably according to individual conditions to reduce the adverse effects of hormone. When patients receive hormone therapy, they need to closely observe the reaction changes and adhere to the guidance and adjustment of doctors.
Surgical risk
The ovum retrieval operation of IVF belongs to minimally invasive surgery, which has certain surgical risks. Common complications include ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome, infection and bleeding. Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome is the most common risk, which may lead to abdominal distention, abdominal pain, weight gain and other symptoms. In serious cases, it may also lead to complications such as ovarian torsion.
However, the egg retrieval operation is usually performed by experienced doctors, and the equipment is gradually improved, which can improve the safety of the operation. In addition, the hospital will evaluate and examine the patients in advance, and select appropriate surgical methods and doses to reduce the risk.
Psychological influence
The process of IVF is a challenge to the psychological endurance of both spouses. The pain and anxiety of infertility will have a certain impact on the emotions of couples, and the uncertainty and long period of IVF process may also increase psychological pressure. Couples may experience emotional fluctuations such as anxiety, tension and hope while waiting for the results of transplantation.
In order to reduce psychological pressure, couples can actively participate in support groups or psychological counseling, seeking professional psychological support and help. This will help ease anxiety, increase confidence in the success of IVF and improve the therapeutic effect.
Summary
As an advanced assisted reproductive technology, IVF can help infertile couples realize their reproductive dreams. However, IVF can have certain effects on women's bodies, including physiological changes, hormone therapy, surgical risks and psychological effects. Although these effects exist to a certain extent, doctors will carry out individualized treatment plans according to the specific conditions of patients to reduce discomfort and risks and improve the success rate of child seeking. When couples receive IVF treatment, they can also increase the chances of successful treatment and pass the treatment smoothly through active psychological adjustment and professional support.
