IVF PPD What is IVF PPD

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What is IVF PPD

Test tube baby PPD (test tube baby perinatal depression) refers to the process in which an embryo is cultivated in the laboratory through in vitro fertilization and artificial insemination, and then implanted into a female uterus to develop into a baby. IVF PPD refers to the emotional disorder and depression symptoms of the baby in the perinatal period after birth, which are obtained by in vitro fertilization. This emotional disorder and depression may be related to the special pregnancy and delivery mode of IVF.

Causes of PPD in IVF

There are many reasons for IVF PPD, including physiological and psychological factors.

First of all, because the IVF process is not a natural pregnancy, many couples who are pregnant with IVF after a long period of infertility treatment may win and face the support system, as well as the uncertainty and pressure of close relationship.

Another reason is hormonal imbalance. Doctors may interfere with female hormones in the process of artificial hormone treatment, which will have a certain impact on women's psychology.

How to prevent PPD in IVF

The prevention of IVF PPD needs to be carried out from the psychological state and support system of both spouses.

First of all, both husband and wife should be psychologically prepared to understand that the success rate of IVF is not 100%. They should be prepared for failure to avoid mental illness caused by failure.

Secondly, the support of doctors and family members is also very important. Doctors can relieve PPD symptoms through psychological counseling and drug treatment. Family members can give emotional support to patients to reduce their pressure during IVF.

Treatment of PPD in IVF

The treatment methods of IVF PPD include medication and psychotherapy.

Drug treatment mainly includes the use of antidepressants, such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI) and tricyclic antidepressants. These drugs can help patients relieve depression and anxiety symptoms.

Psychotherapy, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and supportive psychotherapy, can help patients change their negative thinking mode and enhance their psychological adaptability.

summary

As a perinatal depression, PPD in IVF is a unique phenomenon of IVF. The main reasons include physiological and psychological factors, such as the psychological pressure of couples and hormonal imbalance. The prevention and treatment of IVF PPD requires that both the husband and wife should be psychologically prepared and supported by doctors and family members. Pharmacotherapy and psychotherapy are both effective methods for the treatment of IVF PPD.