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Rita Ora's Egg-Freezing Wisdom: A 20s Strategy
10 Mar
Summary
- Singer Rita Ora froze her eggs twice in her 20s.
- Egg freezing involves ovarian stimulation and egg retrieval.
- Optimal egg freezing age is 35 or younger for best success.
Singer Rita Ora has shared her experience with egg freezing, having undergone the procedure twice in her 20s. At 24 and again at 27, she opted to preserve her eggs, a decision she now views as beneficial as she navigates her mid-30s.
Dr. Wael Saab of The Centre for Reproductive and Genetic Health explained that egg freezing begins with a health assessment and ovarian reserve check. Ovarian stimulation occurs over 10-12 days via injections, followed by monitoring through scans.
Egg retrieval, a 15-minute procedure under sedation, involves collecting eggs through the vagina. Medical advice includes maintaining a healthy lifestyle, avoiding alcohol and caffeine, and managing stress during treatment.
In the UK, frozen eggs can be stored for 55 years, with options for renewal. While egg freezing offers flexibility, it's considered a backup. Success rates are significantly higher when eggs are frozen at age 35 or younger.
The estimated cost for egg freezing, including medication and storage, ranges from £7,000 to £8,000. Potential risks include bloating, fatigue, and rarer complications like blood clotting or infection. A common misconception is that egg freezing accelerates menopause, which is untrue.
