Patient's question:
I have recently been undergoing in vitro fertilization, and I took my eggs yesterday morning. At around 7:00 AM, I lay on the hospital bed and used a mercury thermometer to measure my temperature. Later, I forgot to measure my temperature, and when I collected the eggs at around 11:00 AM, I noticed the thermometer had broken on the floor, with the metal tip missing. I also couldn’t see any mercury droplets scattered on the ground. I started to worry about whether I might have been exposed to mercury on my body or clothes, and whether it could contaminate the eggs or the prepared embryos. The hospital didn’t call me to report any abnormalities, and I’m still very concerned.Doctor's answer:
According to your description, you are preparing for in vitro fertilization. Based on the situation you described, it is more likely that the mercury column fell to the ground. If the hospital has not reported any abnormal conditions, then you can rest assured and wait, pay attention to rest, avoid overexertion, and keep a relaxed mood. The above is advice on the question "If a thermometer breaks on the ground during in vitro fertilization, will I get mercury on me?" I hope it helps you, and wish you good health!