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Can you get pregnant during down regulation?
The down regulation is starting on day 21, can I be pregnant at the time? Yes, it happens sometimes. If your period does not come about a week after the “downregulation” is started, in rare cases it is because the woman has become pregnant.
How long does it take to down regulate?
Downregulation can take around 2.5 – 4.5 weeks, however there have been cases where patients have been downregulated for a longer period.
Do you get a period during down regulation?
Is it normal to bleed during down-regulation? Yes, you are likely to bleed while taking the medication. This bleeding is similar to a period if you started on day 21. If you started the down regulation on day two of your cycle, you might not have a further bleed, or it may just be light spotting.
What happens at a downregulation scan?
Down regulation is confirmed by an ultrasound scan which will show a thin uterine lining and quiescent ovaries without any cyst. A blood test is also performed to check the hormonal level (Oestradiol) for the confirmation of down regulation or suppression.
What happens down regulation?
Downregulation: An decrease in the number of receptors on the surface of target cells, making the cells less sensitive to a hormone or another agent. For example, insulin receptors may be downregulated in type 2 diabetes.
What happens down-regulation?
Is long or short protocol better?
Advantages of Short Protocol IVF Fewer drugs means that there are less side effects and a shorter treatment duration, often meaning it is less stressful. Short protocol IVF may also be cheaper than a long protocol due to lower doses of hormone medications used to induce follicular development during the IVF treatment.
Do and don’ts after IVF?
After the transfer, the hope is that the embryo will implant. It takes a couple of days, so give yourself a few days to relax and rest. Some experts will suggest that you to take some time off, if you can, and some might even gently suggest that you skip the vigorous workouts. But don’t worry.
Can I take a bath during IVF stimulation?
When can I take a bath and resume strenuous physical activity? You may take a bath three days after the transfer, however, the water should be warm, not hot. Because of recent studies that suggest that hot tubs or long hot showers/baths may cause harm to the unborn child, you are encouraged to avoid these.