Oktober 2019 - Ин витро клиника, акушерство и гинекология България

DO YOU NEED PSYCHOLOGICAL COUNSELLING DURING IVF?

Many people view in vitro fertilization as almost as stressful as any other major life event, such as the loss of a loved one or divorce. This is why consulting with a psychotherapist can be extremely helpful at this difficult time in your life.

PSYCHOTHERAPIST VS PSYCHIATRIST – WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE?

The topic of mental health remains a taboo. Many believe that the work of psychotherapists is focused on serious psychiatric illnesses (such as schizophrenia). In fact, psychiatrists, who are medical doctors, treat such people.

In many Western countries, seeing a psychotherapist is just as normal as going to the gym. This is due to the fact that psychotherapy focuses on ordinary people and their usual mental health problems.

It is wrong to think that psychotherapists help their clients by prescribing medications. In fact, most psychotherapists are not even medical professionals and help clients through verbal communication and role play. Therefore, their aim is preventing severe mental health issues.

PSYCHOTHERAPY AND IVF

Each patient experiences stress differently based on his or her own personality and life experience. It is quite possible that emotions during an IVF cycle can lead to anxiety, depression and even tension in the relationship with your partner.

There are many ways to deal with the emotional stress that do not require professional help. Sometimes they may be insufficient, which may negatively affect your fertility treatment (for example, severe depression leading to stopping your treatment).

Studies show that the first in vitro fertilization cycle, especially 10-14 day wait between your embryo transfer and pregnancy test, is the most stressful. This period is associated with confusion and fear of a possible negative result. At this point, a psychotherapist can help you cope with your emotions through different techniques.

It is important that your psychotherapist has experience with couples going through fertility treatment. New Life clinic has a psychologist who will provide you with the support you need in difficult times.

FREE CONSULTATIONS FOR THE PATIENTS ATTENDING

FREE CONSULTATIONS FOR THE PATIENTS ATTENDING THE OPEN DAY IN FERTILITY CENTER \”NEW LIFE\”

The lobby of \” New Life\” fertility center – Plovdiv hardly accommodated all the patients that came to visit the largest and most modern Israeli investment in the reproductive health in the Balkans.

After the meeting, everyone who was willing to consult with specialists from the clinic was able to do it free of charge the Head gynecologist Dr. Dobrinka Petrova, and her colleagues Dr.Dimitar Tanev, Dr. Mariya Mateeva.

ANEMIA DURING PREGNANCY

Anemia during pregnancy -During pregnancy, blood plasma volume increases by about 20-30% . This leads to the development of a mild anemia, which is easily detected by routine blood tests (whole blood count), but is not a cause for concern.

AM I AT RISK?

In some cases, the risk of developing severe anemia during pregnancy is increased:

Getting pregnant soon after a previous pregnancy;
Being pregnant with twins or triplets;
Low iron intake due to poor nutrition;
Heavy menstrual bleeding before becoming pregnant.

SYMPTOMS

Symptoms typical for anemia include fatigue, irritability, shortness of breath, palpitations, chest pain, cold limbs, difficult concentration, pale skin, brittle nails.

IRON DEFICIENCY ANEMIA

This type of anemia is the most common one. It is caused by insufficient intake or increased loss of iron (eg bleeding). We need iron to create hemoglobin. When your body lacks iron, formation of new erythrocytes is very difficult.

As the condition develops slowly, the body manages to adapt to some extent, the symptoms are too nonspecific to pay attention to and are often explained by other causes. Usually iron deficiency anemia is already present before the woman becomes pregnant. During pregnancy, when the body’s iron needs are higher, the condition may worsen.

This is dangerous for both the fetus and the mother. Severe anemia could lead to preterm birth, low birth weight, and anemia during infancy. For the mother, the risks are associated with greater blood loss during childbirth and decreased immunity.

PREVENTION WITH DIET

There are two types of iron – heme and non-heme. Heme iron is found in meat and is easier to digest. Non-heme iron is found in eggs, milk and plant foods and is more difficult to digest. Therefore, vegetarians and vegans are at a risk of developing iron deficiency anemia.

Take serious care of your diet if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. Include in your menu foods rich in iron such as green leafy vegetables (spinach), red meat, eggs, nuts, tofu. Iron is best absorbed in the presence of vitamin C (citrus fruits, tomatoes, peppers, kiwis, strawberries). If prenatal multivitamins and dietary changes are not able to help with your iron deficiency, you will be prescribed a special iron supplement. Depending on the severity of your condition, you may be referred to a hematologist.

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