Frequently Asked Questions
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You should start preparing 2 to 4 weeks before your IVF cycle by adopting a healthy, balanced lifestyle. Focus on a Mediterranean-style diet, which works exceptionally well for fertility. Encourage your male partner to follow this diet as well, as nutrition heavily impacts sperm health. Avoid extreme changes like suddenly going gluten-free unless medically advised.
Key nutritional tips:
- Eat fresh fruits and vegetables daily.
- Choose lean proteins, like fish and poultry.
- Add legumes, including beans, chickpeas, and lentils.
- Switch to low-fat dairy products.
- Incorporate healthy fats (avocados, extra-virgin olive oil, nuts, and seeds).
- Avoid red meat, excess sugar, refined grains, and highly processed foods.
- Cut down on salt; flavor food with natural herbs and spices instead.
Generally, fertility treatments are very safe, but all medical procedures carry some potential side effects, primarily due to the hormonal fertility medications used to stimulate egg development.
Common temporary symptoms may include:
- Soreness, bruising, or mild allergic reactions (redness/itching) at the injection site.
- Nausea, bloating, and breast tenderness.
- Hot flashes, mood swings, irritability, or restlessness.
- Mild pelvic and abdominal discomfort.
- Nausea, bloating, and breast tenderness.
There is also a small risk of Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome (OHSS) and multiple births (twins/triplets). Your fertility specialist will monitor your hormone levels and ultrasounds meticulously to ensure your treatment is as safe and comfortable as possible.
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