US-Mexico Egg Freezing IVF: Debunking Common Myths

2026-02-26 14:34:57，visits： 1

 

In today's society with growing female independence, many prospective parents facing advanced-age pregnancy pressure are turning their attention to egg freezing technology to preserve fertility opportunities. However, egg retrieval, as the core step of egg freezing, is often misunderstood: fears of unbearable pain, high anesthesia risks, or accelerated aging cause hesitation. These misconceptions not only affect decision-making but may also cause people to miss the optimal timing. Dr. Nathan Zhang, through IVF USA's clinical experience, points out that understanding the truth about egg retrieval can help prospective parents more rationally choose US-Mexico egg freezing or IVF plans.

 

The Actual Process of Egg Retrieval Surgery

 

Egg retrieval is not as terrifying as imagined. It uses transvaginal ultrasound guidance to extract eggs from follicles with a fine needle, with the entire process lasting about 20 minutes. Patients fast for 8 hours before surgery and stop eating the night before to ensure safety. After changing into clean clothing and emptying the bladder, nurses clean the vagina and cervix. Dr. Nathan Zhang explains that anesthesia uses intravenous deep sedation, not general anesthesia, without the need for a ventilator. Women enter a light sleep state, and when they wake up, the surgery is already complete, usually with no obvious pain and no wounds. Many prospective parents report that after US-Mexico egg freezing retrieval, they only experience mild abdominal bloating, which resolves within 24 hours.

 

Myth One: Egg Retrieval Accelerates Aging

 

Many worry that ovulation induction and retrieval deplete egg reserves, leading to premature aging. Dr. Nathan Zhang clarifies that each menstrual cycle naturally recruits multiple follicles, with only one maturing while the rest degenerate. Ovulation induction drugs simply activate these "doomed to degenerate" follicles for retrieval, without adding new consumption. Clinical data shows that in US-Mexico IVF pregnancy preparation, ovulation induction is not related to premature ovarian failure or tumors. In contrast, IVF-PGT screening can select healthy embryos, improving success rates and avoiding the burden of repeated attempts.

 

Myth Two: High Anesthesia Risks and Unbearable Pain

 

Egg retrieval anesthesia is deep sedation with low risk. Dr. Nathan Zhang notes that it differs from general anesthesia, with quick recovery and dizziness disappearing within a few hours after surgery. Pain varies by individual, typically mild abdominal bloating similar to menstrual cramps, usually resolving in 2-3 days.

 

Myth Three: More Eggs Retrieved Is Always Better

 

The number of eggs retrieved is influenced by age and genetics. Some cycles yield 20, while others get 7-10. Dr. Nathan Zhang suggests prioritizing quality over quantity. Advanced-age prospective parents can combine with donor eggs, as young donors have low abnormality rates. During pregnancy preparation, balanced nutrition and high protein intake can improve response. Pursuing excessive quantity may increase OHSS risks.

 

After avoiding these myths, pregnancy preparation becomes more scientific. Dr. Nathan Zhang recommends early AMH assessment for advanced-age prospective parents to plan egg freezing or IVF.

The IVF USA team founded by Dr. Nathan Zhang has been engaged in overseas assisted reproduction consulting services for over a decade, providing US egg freezing, US IVF, and third-party assisted reproduction services for those in need. IVF USA, deeply rooted in the overseas assisted reproduction field for nearly 20 years, based on the diversification and personalization of reproductive needs, has early laid out the Mexican market and become the agent in China for Power Fertility Center Mexico POWER Reproductive Center (POWER IVF). Currently, Dr. Nathan Zhang's business has expanded beyond the US to Mexico IVF and egg freezing, Japan and Thailand IVF and egg freezing, as well as Taiwan, Hong Kong, and other regions. Through professional guidance, you can avoid pitfalls and realize your fertility dreams.