What is in vitro fertilization?
In vitro fertilization is an assisted reproductive technology, usually used to treat infertility, using external medical methods to help conceive a child. The birth method is fertilization and embryo culture in a test tube, and finally the cultured embryos are transplanted into the female uterus. The success rate of IVF is not very high, so before having IVF consultation, it is recommended to be mentally prepared and understand the issues related to IVF in order to better face the possible risks and uncertainties.
What factors affect the success rate of IVF?
The success rate of IVF is affected by many factors, among which the physical condition and age of the couple are one of the most important factors. The older a woman gets, the quality and quantity of her eggs will decrease, thus affecting her chances of getting pregnant through IVF. At the same time, male sperm quality and quantity are also influencing factors, including suffering from some infertility and previous treatments such as chemotherapy or radiotherapy. In addition, women should undergo a series of basic examinations before undergoing IVF technology, such as fallopian tube examination, endometrial thickness, etc.
What should I pay attention to before IVF?
Before having in vitro fertilization consultation, you should try to avoid the influence of factors such as smoking and drinking. At the same time, you should pay attention to maintaining a good routine of going to bed early and getting up early, and avoid excessive sexual life. In addition, you should pay attention to a balanced diet, intake of foods rich in protein, vitamins, minerals and other nutrients to avoid overexertion. If the woman has a condition that affects her pregnancy rate or has experienced miscarriage, she should also inform her doctor in advance.
Risks and concerns about in vitro fertilization
Although in vitro fertilization is an effective method of treating infertility, it also brings some risks and concerns. For example, there are high rates of fetal developmental malformations, premature births, and multiple pregnancies. In addition, IVF treatment requires certain financial support, and the treatment period may be long, which will also have a great impact on the couple\’s psychology. Therefore, before undergoing in vitro fertilization, it is recommended that both husband and wife should fully consider their own life and financial status, so as to choose the most suitable treatment method for them.
To sum up, before undergoing in vitro fertilization, it is recommended that both husband and wife conduct a comprehensive examination and consultation to understand their physical condition and the risks and possible effects of treatment methods, so as to make the best choice for themselves. At the same time, during IVF treatment, we must maintain an optimistic attitude and a correct lifestyle, and strive to achieve the best treatment results.
