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Artificial Insemination

Artificial Insemination | Preparation & Expectations | Home Care and Complications

What are the potential complications after the procedure?

A possible complication of AI is a risk of having a multiple pregnancy. A multiple pregnancy may increase the risk of miscarriage or low-birth-weight babies. When too high a dose of fertility medicine is used, the ovaries can become overstimulated and cause abdominal pain. Any new or worsening symptoms should be reported to the healthcare provider.

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Artificial Insemination: Preparation & Expectations

Author: Eileen McLaughlin, RN, BSN
Reviewer: Gail Hendrickson, RN, BS
Date Reviewed: 09/17/01

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