Is it common to gain weight after AI or IVF?

Patients who undergo ovarian stimulation usually retain more fluid, as well as increase the volume of their ovaries.

In artificial insemination treatments there is usually no weight gain.

However, in vitro fertilization there is. Although the response is variable, given that the medications and doses can be different, in ovarian stimulation for in vitro fertilization there is usually an average weight increase of 1 kilo. This increase is transitory and usually decreases at the end of the cycle (as soon as menstruation stops if the treatment has not worked).

Occasionally, patients who undergo several cycles in a short period of time may gain more weight. In addition, it should be remembered that these processes usually involve an increase in stress or anxiety, and may be accompanied by changes in eating behavior.

The recommendations would be to try to exercise until the doctor restricts the activity when the follicles start to be larger, and try to follow a balanced diet, restricting carbohydrate intake. It is also recommended to drink at least 1.5-2 liters of water per day.