IVF Injections : When women are unable to conceive naturally, they take the help of IVF (in-vitro fertilization). During IVF, the doctor gives some stimulation medicines and injections, which may have some side effects. In stimulation, the body is helped to produce more and more eggs for the IVF cycle.
According to some reports, about 15-17 injections are required in the IVF process. It also depends on how fit and healthy the person undergoing IVF is. Let us know what can be the side effects of the injections given during IVF.
What is IVF?
In vitro fertilization is called IVF. Earlier it was known as test tube baby. Let us tell you that this process was first used in England in 1978. In this treatment, the woman’s eggs and the man’s sperm are mixed. When the embryo is formed from this combination, it is placed back in the woman’s womb. Although this process is quite complicated and expensive, but this process is a boon for those who have been trying to conceive for many years but are not able to succeed.
Is injection necessary for IVF treatment?
1. In the stage of ovary stimulation, injections are given to help develop more than one egg in a woman’s ovaries. The eggs are removed from the ovaries through a surgical procedure. Then the doctor gives anesthesia in the form of injection. Doctors also use injections to transfer the embryos produced in this process to the woman’s uterus. Injections (IVF Injections) are very important in IVF treatment, because with their help the hormone levels can be controlled.
What injections are given in IVF procedure
According to health experts, Follicle Stimulating Hormones (FSH) injection is given in the IVF process. This injection helps in developing eggs in the ovaries. Apart from this, Luteinizing Hormones (LH) injection, Human Chorionic Gonadotropin (HCG) injection, Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormones (GnRH) injection and Progesterone injection are given.
What are the side effects of IVF injections
1. Upset stomach or stomach pain, constipation or bloating
2. You may feel restless at night
3. Frequent mood swings, irritability and dizziness
4. Bloating or nausea
5. Severe headache
6. Pain when touching the breast
7. Feeling hot
8. Blurred vision
9. Weight gain
Disclaimer: Some of the information given in the news is based on media reports. Before implementing any suggestion, please consult the concerned expert.
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