When talking about in vitro fertilization, you can often hear the abbreviation DPP. What is DPP in Pregnancy? This is the day after embryo transfer, a procedure that has become the starting point of a long and difficult stage of pregnancy. With the development of a new life, cardinal changes gradually take place in the mother's body.
Symptoms of a successful conception include:
- pulling pains in the lower abdomen;
- nausea;
- swelling of the breast;
- increased fatigue;
- problems with the gastrointestinal tract: gas formation, constipation, bloating;
- sweating;
- irritability.
These manifestations are felt by almost every pregnant woman. They are signs of the normal state of the body, experiencing increased stress. Specialists of the clinic for reproductive medicine K + 31 recommend seeking help if there is a significant deterioration in health after embryo replanting.
The procedure is carried out after 3-5 days of growing the embryo in a special incubator. The specialists of the center for reproductive medicine select the best samples for replanting. The rest of the material is frozen and will be used in case of an unsuccessful operation.
After the embryo is transferred into the uterine cavity, each new day is accompanied by significant changes and restructuring of all body systems: intensive division of embryonic cells, the production of hormones (hCG, progesterone, etc.), and enzyme synthesis. The tissues and organs of the fetus are gradually formed.
After the procedure of artificial insemination, the development of the embryo takes place in several stages, each of which has an exclusive effect on the state of the embryo and is reflected in its entire future life.
The first 12 hours after the fusion of the male and female cells in the laboratory are life-changing. At this stage, a set of chromosomes is formed, which is responsible for the functions of survival and development. Now the sex of the unborn child is also being determined.
Further, the process of cell division takes place. The embryo develops outside the mother's body for 3-5 days, after which the IVF procedure takes place.
Getting into the uterine cavity, the embryo is freed from the protein membrane and gradually joins the mucous membrane, and then the wall deepens. This stage lasts for 5-9 DPP. After its completion, the embryo is completely immersed in the body of the uterus. The flow of oxygen, nutrients begins, as well as the withdrawal of metabolic products.
At 10 DPP, the placenta is formed. Its cells trigger the production of the hCG hormone.
At 14 DPP, the level of the hCG hormone in the body increased to such an extent that it can be recorded by the test results.
Taking a pregnancy test
It is the level of hCG (chorionic gonadotropin) that determines the presence or absence of pregnancy.
The analysis is carried out by examining a blood sample. The numerical indicator will help the attending physician of the K + 31 clinic to plan pregnancy management tactics, taking into account the intensity of hCG production.
In order to determine whether a pregnancy has occurred, a test strip that can be taken at home is suitable. It reacts to the level of chorionic gonadotropin in the urine.
The analysis should not be carried out earlier than 12 DPPs, because the data will be inaccurate.
Lifestyle after embryo replanting
Like any pregnant woman, a patient after IVF needs regular monitoring by the attending physician. The reason for an unscheduled consultation may be:
- bloody or brown discharge with a strong unpleasant odor;
- severe abdominal pain;
- vomiting more than 3-5 times a day;
- rapidly growing swelling.
If, before the onset of pregnancy, a woman led an active lifestyle, then it is worth changing it to a more gentle one. Daily walks in the fresh air, a balanced and varied diet, and abundant use of purified mineral water will be useful. Pregnant women need to limit excessive physical activity, worry less and experience less stress. The emotional state directly affects the health of the mother and fetus.
Do not forget that self-treatment can harm the patient's health. Premature appeal to specialists will save her from negative consequences.
