In vitro fertilization (IVF) helps women conceive a child, and it is a type of assisted reproductive technology (ART). Here, matured eggs are collected from the ovaries, which are then fertilized with sperm in a lab. These fertilized eggs are then implanted in the uterus.
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What foods should we avoid after an IVF procedure?
Query: Hello doctor, Me and my wife are undergoing infertility treatment. I am 42 years old and my wife is 37 years old. We have had a failed IVF and a failed frozen embryo transfer. One month back we had an IVF procedure and it has turned positive. Now we are in the fourth week. We are much concerned abou... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The psychological as well as lifestyle changes will definitely affect the fetus (baby within the uterus). Generally, heat producing foods or activities lead to production of prostaglandins. These prostaglandins can disturb the uterus. Thus, certain foods have to b... Read Full »