exposure to chickenpox during ivf

[IVFnewbie1]

Hi,

I have been exposed to chicken pox a lot whilst taking my buserelin for my down regulation. I have a scan on Friday to check how my down regulation is going. I will inform them of the chicken pox but just wondered if people thought it would impact this cycle. Would I be considered having a weakened immune system because I am going through this treatment? Just wondered if anyone else has had this and to try and rest my mind a bit before the appointment.

I have had chicken pox when I was younger but not sure if the ivf will cause me to have problems. I know there is no way of knowing until a few weeks but just needing to get my thoughts out.

[Wishinandahopin]

from my understanding the chances of getting chicken pox twice is extremely unlikely and you can’t catch shingles from chicken pox either.

I don’t believe IVF causes you to have weakened immune, only pregnancy would. You could always mention it but I’m sure you’ll be fine.

[DianeArnold Partner Nurse Fertility Network UK]

Hi IVFnewbie. Try not to worry about this, as you already have had it as a child, which should make you immune. Good luck with your cycle. Diane

[MrsOrangejuice]

I don't think IVF has any impact on your immune system. Illness can sometimes impact how well you respond to treatment but if you've already had chicken pox I wouldn't worry about that.

[IVFnewbie1]

I emailed my clinic and they double checked with the consultant who said it was fine. Thanks for all the responses xx