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Risks and Complications of Egg Donation
As with any medical procedure, there are risks and potential complications. Since egg donation involves not only medication, but also a surgical procedure, it is important to understand the potential risks, prior to making the decision about egg donation.Some of the risks and complications of egg donation, include:adverse effect of the fertility drugs - fertility drugs alter your body's chemistry as they perform their roles of egg production and follicle development. Some side effects can include: mood swings, irritability, sore breasts, bloating, fatigue and edema - all of the symptoms that accompany premenstrual syndromeinfection at the needle insertion site - a needle is inserted to withdraw the eggs from your ovary, which can create an opening for bacteria, and subsequent infection, which is very rarepuncture of the uterus or other internal organs- while attempting to access the ovary - more common in women who are overweightside effect of local anesthesia - itching, hives, tendern ...
Prevention of Heart Disease
Ways to decrease your risk of cardiovascular disease include:
· Choosing an overall healthy eating pattern
· Achieving and maintaining an appropriate weight
· Achieving and maintaining a desirable cholesterol profile and blood pressure level
· Cessation of tobacco usage
· Participating in 30 minutes of physical activity three or four days of each week
· Controlling diabetes through diet and, if necessary, medication