It is important that the donor have a companion for the first 24 hours after the retrieval. Although complications are unlikely, the most common time for serious complications to occur is during the 24 hours after retrieval. Aftercare for the Egg Donor To make sure that she recovers completely from the egg retrieval, each donor should follow a few simple guidelines. Check in with The Institute within 24 to 48 hours after egg donation. Take an antibiotic the day of the retrieval and finish the entire four-day dose.
Antibiotics protect against any infection.
Get plenty of rest the day of the egg retrieval. Resume your regular diet, but supplement it with plenty of extra fluids. Be aware that you will be extremely fertile in the time before your next menstruation and unprotected intercourse could result in a pregnancy. Avoid aerobic or high impact activity. Avoid intercourse as the ovaries are fragile at this point and excessive movement of the ovaries could increase the risk for bleeding and twisting of the ovaries.