Many parents who want to have children try to become parents as soon as possible by applying various treatment methods. There are many formulas available for parents who cannot have children due to many reasons such as infertility, but for parents who want to learn about the widely known IVF treatment process, this process is explained by Gynecology, Obstetrics and IVF Specialist Assoc. Dr. Deniz Ulaş gave valuable information about the issue. How is IVF treatment done? What are the chances of conceiving in IVF treatment? For parents who want to be parents, you can find all the details about IVF treatment in the continuation of the news! Here is everything you need to know about IVF treatment on Elmaelma.com!
In short, in vitro fertilization is a medical process in which eggs taken from a woman are fertilized in a laboratory environment with sperm taken from a man. After fertilization, the best quality embryos are placed in the woman’s uterus and a blood pregnancy test is performed approximately 12 days later.
This process, which takes 1 month in total, is not easy for the couple. With the effect of uncertainty and changes in hormones, you may rightfully experience mixed feelings such as excitement, worry, pessimism, and this is very normal. In addition, the financial dimension of the process can increase your tension coefficient, as well as the spiritual dimension.
Some Changes Can Increase Your Pregnancy Luck!
The success rate of IVF treatment varies in the middle of 33%-55%. We can say that the average success rate is 40%. There are many factors that affect the success rate, some of these factors are not in your control, while some factors are in your hands, do not forget that. You can increase your pregnancy luck by making small changes in your life. Let’s take a look at these factors that affect success and what you can do to increase the success of IVF…
Divided into Medical Factors and Environmental Factors!
Medical factors
1- Female age; Probably the most valuable factor affecting the success of IVF is the age of the woman. Because the number and quality of eggs decrease with age, especially after the age of 38. For this reason, it is necessary not to delay IVF treatment in older women.
2- Sperm quality; Sperm number and morphology disorders also reduce the chance of success. For this, increasing the quality of sperm with some drugs and vitamin supplements before IVF treatment will increase the chances of pregnancy. Apart from this, using one of the sperm selection procedures to select good quality sperm during microinjection in IVF will increase the chances of success in IVF.
3- The presence of endometriosis (chocolate cyst), uterine fibroids, hydrosalpenx, adhesions or polyps in the uterine wall; The presence of adhesions, polyps and fibroids in the uterus reduces the chance of the embryo attaching to the uterus. For this reason, it should be determined whether these problems exist before IVF treatment. For this, these problems are investigated by methods such as ultrasound, aqueous ultrasound or hysteroscopy (examination of the uterus with a camera). After these problems are treated, starting IVF treatment will increase the chances of success.
Hydrosalpenx, that is, the accumulation of fluid in the tubes due to obstruction also reduces the chances of the embryo holding on. Because this liquid accumulating in the tubes flows back to the uterus and reduces the chance of the embryo to hold on due to the toxic aspects it contains. The diagnosis of hydrosalpnex is made by ultrasound or medicated uterine cinema (HSG). If there is such a problem, that tube should be removed before IVF treatment.
4- Hormonal disorder (thyroid hormone or milk hormone prolactin disorders) or insulin resistance in women Hormonal disorders and insulin resistance increase both pregnancy and the risk of miscarriage even if pregnant. Therefore, before IVF, it should be checked whether there are these disorders in the blood, and if there is a problem, it is correct to start IVF treatment after correcting it.
5- Whether the woman has congenital or acquired problems related to the immune and coagulation system; In cases where the family and patient suspect a coagulation problem, detailed blood tests and investigations and initiation of appropriate treatments (blood thinners, etc.) will increase the success of IVF. Apart from medical factors, environmental factors related to lifestyle also affect the success of IVF. Small changes to these factors will increase the success rate of IVF.
Environmental Factors
1- Be at an ideal weight; A body mass index of >35 or <19 increases the chances of success in IVF and the risk of miscarriage. In other words, being too overweight or too thin negatively affects success. For this reason, I recommend that you do not start treatment before you reach your ideal weight.
2- Reduce your tension; Stress reduction is probably the most difficult situation to achieve for couples. However, scientific studies show that pregnancy rates increase significantly when tension is reduced. Do not hesitate to seek professional reinforcement if necessary to deal with this.
3- Quit smoking and alcohol; The negative effects of smoking on both egg and sperm quality are now known by everyone. Therefore, cessation of smoking and alcohol before the treatment, if possible, will increase the success of IVF.
4- Take vitamin supplements that increase egg and sperm quality and eat healthy; Scientific studies have shown that DHEA and coenzymeQ10 supplementation increases egg number and quality. Especially in women older than 35 years, the support of these vitamins can increase the chances of pregnancy. For both women and men, more valuable than vitamin supplementation is a stable and healthy diet. The positive effects of Mediterranean diet on egg and sperm quality have been demonstrated in some scientific studies.
What Should Be Consumed in a Mediterranean Type Diet?
Fish 2-3 times a week, oily seeds such as raw hazelnuts, peanuts, almonds and walnuts, 2-3 times a week eggs, undercooked, unroasted vegetables, fruit, low-salt and low-fat cheese, 2 servings of milk per day , yogurt, ayran or kefir, whole wheat, rye or whole wheat bread and olive oil..
What Should Not Be Consumed in a Mediterranean Type Diet?
Processed meats (salami, sausages), High-sugar fruits and desserts, Salted nuts, Fizzy and sugary drinks, Sugary and fatty pastries, White bread, Red meat (Small amount)
5- Have your Vitamin D level checked; Vitamin D deficiency is seen in 40% of women. It has been shown by scientific studies that vitamin D deficiency reduces the chances of pregnancy. For this reason, have your vitamin D levels checked before IVF treatment and take supplemental vitamin D if there is a deficiency.
6- Get real clinical and laboratory treatment; Apart from male and female factors, one of the most valuable factors affecting the success of IVF treatment is the fact that you work with a real clinician and laboratory. Especially if you carry out the treatment process with a female obstetrician who is experienced, open to contact, can talk about yourself comfortably and most importantly, who works with a beautiful embryologist and laboratory, it will increase your chances of pregnancy.
7- Be patient and determined, do not give up quickly; Don’t be disappointed if you get a negative result on the first try. Do not blame yourself or others. Try to think positively, do not stop treatment. Unfortunately, this process can sometimes be long and troublesome. Keep looking ahead without getting stuck in the past.
Don’t forget! Giving up is man’s greatest weakness. The surest way to success is to try once more. If you’re starting to think about giving up, think about why you’re on this path. Because you have strong reasons not to give up.
