Signs of fertilization after ovulation

Our ancestors determined the onset of pregnancy using folk signs. Accurate diagnosis of successful conception appeared only in the early 60s of the last century. The author of the now popular rapid test that measures the level of hCG in urine was the German scientist Sondek. And what signs of pregnancy will allow the expectant mother to guess about the birth of a new life without diagnosis?

A little theory

Ovulation is the moment when the egg leaves the corpus luteum, ready to meet the sperm. This date occurs approximately in the middle of the cycle, 4-7 days after the end of menstruation.

If a woman's reproductive system is functioning normally, unprotected intercourse during ovulation will result in conception. The event can take place several days before the expected date: the activity and viability of sperm persists for three days.

The connection between the sperm and the egg occurs inside the woman’s fallopian tubes. It leads to the appearance of a special element - a zygote. From this moment on, the woman can be considered pregnant.

The resulting zygote actively divides, creating cells of the future embryo. The fifth day is considered the date of its transformation into a blastocyte. If at first the embryo floats in the fallopian tubes, now it tries to attach itself to the endometrium of the uterus. When this moment comes, a woman’s hormonal background changes, and she feels the first symptoms.

The stages of in vitro fertilization in our center are almost exactly the same, only the zygote is formed in the laboratory, under the supervision of specialists. The formed embryos are implanted into the uterine cavity, and a few days later the success of the procedure is determined.

The sooner a woman finds out about pregnancy, the better: any disturbances in the body’s functioning, improper regimen, or stress can negatively affect the development of the baby.

What can cause endometrial hyperplasia?

Progesterone deficiency and excessive estrogen production occur due to the following reasons:

• polycystic ovary syndrome or ovarian dysfunction
• disruption of the pituitary-hypothalamus axis
• problems with the pancreas, including diabetes
• diseases of the adrenal cortex
• hypertension
• obesity
• thyroid diseases
• ovarian tumors
• Inflammatory diseases of the pelvic organs
• Uterine fibroids
• Adenomyosis
• Abortions and diagnostic curettages
• Long-term use of hormonal drugs
• Hereditary factor

First signs

Immediately after the end of ovulation, it is impossible to assess the success of conception. At this moment, the attachment of the embryo to the uterine cavity has not yet occurred, and the woman’s hormonal background is still stable. Sometimes pregnancy may not occur:

• if there was no ovulation;
• the egg turned out to be non-viable;
• there is a mismatch between the immune systems of the spouses.

If the process was successful, the following symptoms are possible.

Pain in the lower abdomen

Most expectant mothers experience discomfort in the lower abdomen, reminiscent of menstrual pain. Such spasms are not a signal of uterine growth; the period is still too short. They are a kind of reaction of the body to the successful implementation of conception.

Our experts recommend that women who decide to undergo in vitro fertilization carefully monitor their own feelings. Cramps in the lower abdomen should last no longer than 14 days. If they do not go away, the discomfort may indicate an ectopic pregnancy. An urgent visit to your personal doctor is necessary!

Malfunctions of the gastrointestinal tract

Hormonal changes affect the productivity of all systems and organs of the expectant mother. After the embryo attaches to the uterus, stool upset, heartburn, nausea and vomiting may occur.

Taste preferences change, and familiar foods cause aversion. Such phenomena can be a symptom of pregnancy if they begin 7-10 days after unprotected intimate contact.

Mood swings

Their cause is the same hormones. A woman may suddenly become whiny, pitiful, and overly emotional. It is worth understanding that this is only a temporary condition caused by a restructuring of the body, and treat it with understanding. Planning a pregnancy is a process that requires maximum patience and composure. Psychological stress in expectant mothers is often at its limit, and the changes occurring in the body are beyond their control.

Breast tenderness

The phenomenon is observed in 90% of cases. A couple of days before the expected date of menstruation, the breasts grow and become more rounded. The nipples darken and their width increases. As a result, a woman feels tension and soreness in the chest area. This is a symptom that the body is preparing for future feeding.

Signs of cystitis

Hormonal changes reduce a woman’s immunity. As a result, various ailments arise due to the penetration of pathogenic flora. The onset of pregnancy is often accompanied by a frequent urge to urinate and discomfort reminiscent of cystitis symptoms. It can continue until delivery.

Basal temperature

If you are planning to conceive a child, make it a rule to keep a chart of your basal temperature. Its value rises during ovulation and then returns to normal. The temperature remains stable at 37, and is it rising? Congratulations, this is one of the symptoms of successful conception! If the indicator has not changed, but there are other signs, a miscarriage is possible.

If you notice one of the symptoms, take a pharmacy rapid pregnancy test. The optimal period is at least 10 days after sexual intercourse. However, express diagnostics cannot be considered 100% reliable. Be sure to contact our center for consultation.

Types of endometriosis

Depending on the location of the outbreak, the disease can be genital and extragenital.

1. Genital endometriosis develops in the genitals. It occurs in the vast majority of cases (92-94%). Most often, endometriosis is internal, less often - external. In some cases, patients experience both forms of the disease.
2. Extragenital endometriosis leads to damage to organs located outside the pelvis. They usually grow in nearby organs: the bladder, intestines. But in rare cases, endometrial particles end up even further away. They can reach the tissues of the kidneys, eyes, lungs, nerves, brain, postoperative sutures, implant there and begin to multiply. Of course, this has its consequences. If endometrial cells grow in the ureters, there may be problems with the outflow of urine and the development of kidney disease. If the endometrium “hosts” the colon, chronic abdominal pain may appear, and there is a danger of intestinal obstruction. If endometriosis develops in the lungs, during the “critical days” the “hostage” of the disease begins to cough up hemoptysis.

Forms of endometriosis

Depending on the severity of the disease, there are minor, moderate and severe forms of endometriosis.

1. In small forms, single foci of disease appear in the peritoneum without the formation of adhesions and scars.
2. In moderate forms, the pathological process spreads to the ovaries. Small cysts, minimal scars and adhesions appear on them.
3. In severe forms of the disease:
   cysts larger than 2×2 centimeters appear in the ovaries;
4. adhesions appear in the ovaries:
5. the fallopian tubes are deformed, scars appear, and tube patency is impaired;
6. the pathological process covers the uterosacral ligaments and the rectouterine cavity;
7. The endometrium grows in the intestines and/or bladder.

Features of in vitro fertilization

In vitro fertilization is a modern reproductive technology that is used for infertility. During the procedure, an oocyte is removed from the ovaries and fertilized under “in vitro” conditions. After this, the diploid cell is cultivated in a special incubator for 3-5 days.

The reproductive specialist decides at what point to transfer the embryo into the uterus, focusing on the degree of preparedness of the endometrium for implantation. It is believed that five-day-old embryos take root better, but not all fertilized oocytes can survive to transfer at the appointed time.

Diagnosis of right-sided ovarian inflammation

In order for the treatment of inflammation of the right ovary in women to be adequate and effective, first the doctor must find out an accurate diagnosis, find out the causes of the pathology and identify the causative agent. First, the doctor will ask about disturbing symptoms, collect all the necessary data, conduct a gynecological examination, then give a referral for a comprehensive diagnostic examination, including the following procedures:

• General clinical blood and urine tests, which confirm the progression of inflammatory processes in the body.
• Bacterial inoculation on a nutrient medium to identify the pathogen and select an antibiotic.
• PCR analysis to determine the viral pathogen.
• Ultrasound examination of the organs of the reproductive system, which will help the doctor assess the degree of physiological changes in the gland.

If necessary, the doctor may prescribe additional diagnostics - laparoscopy, hysterosalpingoscopy. After confirming the diagnosis and identifying the pathogen, the socialist will prescribe a comprehensive treatment for inflammation of the right ovary.

Symptoms of right-sided pathology

Signs and symptoms of inflammation of the right ovary in women are nonspecific, which significantly complicates timely diagnosis. Acute right-sided oorphitis is accompanied by the following symptoms:

• temperature increase to 38 – 39 °C;
• sharp pain localized on the right;
• spread of pain to the groin, lower back, inner thighs;
• pathological vaginal discharge with purulent and mucous inclusions.

Pain with oorphitis intensifies during movement and physical activity. Most women complain of chills, weakness, lethargy, and dizziness. In a chronic course, the signs of ovarian inflammation in women on the right are blurred:

• discomfort during intimacy;
• profuse vaginal discharge with an unpleasant odor;
• violation of the monthly cycle;
• changes in the nature and volume of menstrual bleeding;
• frequent urination, accompanied by discomfort.

In the chronic course of oorphitis, it is very difficult to determine the correct diagnosis and create an effective treatment regimen. In this case, the infection spreads to the left ovary, uterine tissue, and fallopian tubes, causing their deformation and disrupting normal functioning. Therefore, if disturbing symptoms raise suspicion of inflammation of the right ovary, it is better not to self-medicate, but to visit a gynecologist as soon as possible in order to begin adequate treatment as soon as possible and prevent the development of irreversible consequences.

Preventive procedures

Simple and accessible rules of prevention will help to prevent orthitis and prevent relapses:

• avoid hypothermia;
• adhere to the rules of intimate hygiene;
• lead a protected sex life using barrier methods of contraception;
• treat genitourinary system infections in a timely manner;
• maintain immunity at a high level;
• take vitamins prescribed by your doctor;
• Healthy food;
• get rid of habits that are harmful to health;
• lead an active, healthy lifestyle;
• regularly undergo preventive gynecological examinations, which will help identify and treat pathology in the initial stages of development.

If there are suspicious symptoms and a rapid deterioration in general health, self-medication is prohibited. Incorrectly selected drugs can only complicate the course of the pathology, contribute to chronicity and irreversible deformations of the tissues of the ovaries and other organs of the reproductive system.

Treatment of right-sided inflammation of the ovary

Treatment of right-sided oorphitis can be carried out on an outpatient basis or in a hospital setting. It all depends on the nature and complexity of the pathology. If the woman’s general condition is stable and there is no threat to her health, she can be treated at home under the strict supervision of a doctor. If the inflammatory process progresses and complications develop, the patient is hospitalized in order to constantly monitor her and promptly adjust the treatment regimen.

In addition to medications, physiotherapeutic techniques are often used to treat right-sided oorphitis, which enhance the effect of medications and speed up recovery. After relief of acute processes, it is advisable to resort to the following physiotherapy procedures:

• magnetic therapy;
• electrophoresis;
• acupuncture;
• paraffin applications;
• mud baths;
• Charcot shower;
• sanitation with mineral waters.

If the oorphitis is advanced, an adhesive process and irreversible deformations are observed in the ovary, surgical treatment is prescribed. Among the surgical methods, the laparoscopy procedure has proven itself, during which the surgeon cuts adhesions through small punctures in the abdominal cavity and removes deformed tissues. After surgery, prevention of relapse is necessary.

Prescribed drugs for inflammation of the right ovary

To stop an acute inflammatory process of a bacterial nature, antibiotics are prescribed. To eliminate pathological symptoms and strengthen the body, the following groups of drugs are additionally used:

• Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Relieves inflammation, swelling, pain.
• Painkillers. Relieves acute pain syndrome.
• Antipyretic. Used at high temperatures.
• Antihistamines. Relieve swelling with histamine blockers.
• Immunomodulators. Stimulate protective functions, increase the body's resistance to pathogenic infections.
• Biostimulants. Improve trophism and restoration of damaged tissues.
• Lactobacilli. Restore the balance of beneficial microflora, which suffers after taking antibiotics.

Internal endometriosis: forms and degrees

Internal endometriosis (also called adenomyosis or uterine endometriosis) attacks the muscular walls of the uterus. There are three possible forms of the disease:

• focal (the endometrium affects several areas of muscle tissue);
• nodular (the endometrium forms nodes);
• diffuse (endometrium grows over the entire surface of the uterine mucosa and forms cavities in its walls).

Depending on the prevalence of the process, there are 4 degrees of diffuse endometriosis of the uterus:

• I degree - the endometrium grows into the muscles of the uterus by 2-4 millimeters;
• II degree - the endometrium reaches the middle of the muscular wall of the uterus;
• III degree - the endometrium covers 2/3 of the muscle tissue of the uterus;
• IV degree - the endometrium grows through the muscular wall of the uterus to its outer shell.