I'm sorry, but you can't freeze eggs because you're single.

2024-03-20 22:07:37，浏览量： 43次

 

In today's society, with the continuous advancement of technology, egg freezing technology has become a topic of great interest. Have you ever heard of egg freezing but only have a superficial understanding of it? Perhaps you are considering your future fertility plans but have doubts about the effectiveness and risks of egg freezing?

 

First of all, let's understand the concept of egg freezing. Egg freezing involves extracting a woman's egg cells from her body and storing them at a low temperature for future use. Why is egg freezing necessary? As women age, the quantity and quality of their eggs gradually decline, leading to a decrease in pregnancy rates and even infertility. Egg freezing is not only for career-oriented women to alleviate their fertility anxiety; it also provides an alternative for women who wish to postpone their fertility plans or are not considering fertility for personal reasons. Additionally, for some cancer patients, treatments may harm ovarian function, making egg freezing the only option to preserve fertility.

 

So, what is the specific process of egg freezing? Firstly, women need to consult a doctor at a regular hospital for an assessment of the quantity and quality of their eggs. Next, egg production is stimulated by injecting ovulation-inducing medications, followed by egg retrieval surgery when they mature. The retrieved eggs will be preserved in an environment below zero degrees Celsius, commonly using the vitrification freezing method. When ready to conceive, the eggs can be thawed and fertilized with sperm through in vitro fertilization (IVF), and then the resulting embryos are implanted into the uterus.

 

When considering the success rate after egg freezing, one must take into account the age factor of the woman. With increasing age, the likelihood of pregnancy gradually decreases. Additionally, there is currently no long-term data to prove that babies born from frozen eggs have a higher risk of congenital abnormalities.

 

In China, egg freezing is not a viable option for single women. According to relevant regulations in our country, single women cannot access egg freezing services. Even for married women, they can only obtain such services under specific circumstances, such as when the female partner is diagnosed with infertility on the day of egg retrieval, the male partner is unable to provide sperm, and refuses to undergo IVF, or when the female partner is undergoing chemotherapy or radiation therapy for malignant tumors. In contrast, sperm freezing services are relatively easier to obtain. Men can choose sperm freezing services based on personal preferences, whether for reproductive health or to preserve sperm for future fertility purposes.

 

For some people, egg freezing may be seen as a symbol of single parenting. However, this is not the case. Egg freezing does not equate to single parenting; it simply provides women with an alternative plan, allowing them to have more control over their fertility timing and methods. Therefore, whether you are single or married, egg freezing is an option to consider, not just a privilege for single women.

As a result, many Chinese women choose to undergo egg freezing procedures abroad or in Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan. Data shows that in recent years, the number of Chinese women going abroad for egg freezing procedures has been increasing. Currently, IVF USA provides egg freezing, IVF, and third-party assisted reproductive services for those in need, with services extending to countries and regions outside the United States, including Japan, Thailand, Mexico, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and others. We collaborate closely with top IVF doctors worldwide. If you have further questions about egg freezing technology or want to learn more, feel free to consult IVF USA and Dr. Nathan Zhang. We are committed to providing you with professional guidance and support.