The administration of hCG hormone is common in assisted reproduction techniques. However, like all drugs, this hormone can produce some adverse reactions such as the following:
- Headache.
- Abdominal pain.
- Nausea and vomiting.
- Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS).
- Discomfort at the injection site.
- Allergic reactions.
In the event that the patient notices any of these symptoms, she should consult her specialist so that he can check if everything is fine.
Read the full article on: What is hCG or Human Chorionic Gonadotropin hormone? ( 78).
By Marta Barranquero Gómez B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist), Paloma Sánchez Gómez M. D. (gynecologist), Sergio Rogel Cayetano M.D. (gynecologist), Silvia Azaña Gutiérrez B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist) and Cristina Algarra Goosman B.Sc., M.Sc. (psychologist).
Last Update: 02/17/2022
