LTTTC #1 w/pcos - Buddies?

[karenh]

So my numbers went down meaning the pregnancy will not continue. They went from 39.87 to 33.87. They want to recheck my numbers in a week to see how they are progressing. I may bleed later this week, if I do I call them and we will move the appointment up. They need to rule out and ectopic pregnancy so if there is any one sided pain and if it is not just menstrual pain I need to call right away even if it is after hours. Now we need to decide if we want to try again right away.

 

[pvsmith12]

Awe Karen! I am so sorry to hear that!

 

[sugarpi24]

Aww Karen I'm so sorry I hope it sticks next time

 

[pinksprinkles]

:hugs

I can't begin to express how sorry I am, Karen. I was hoping that wouldn't happen.

I've heard that some women experience heightened fertility right after a chemical, though. So if you are feeling up to it, I hope you are able to try again soon.

Keeping you in my thoughts.

 

[pinksprinkles]

pvsmith12- Aw! That is a bummer! I know you were really looking forward to getting in to see your doctor.

AFM: 9dpo BFN. Nothing else to report. None of my usual PMS symptoms are present- and I usually have PMDD from 4dpo on. My bb's aren't even sore! I have no idea what that means, but it's nice not to be feeling like crap.

 

[karenh]

Thanks guys! We have had an appointment to meet with the Fertility Specialits on the 14 in case I didn't fall pregnant with my December IUI. Well, we are keeping it because we still didn't get the desired results. We are going to see what he suggests. Right now I am thinking I need some test done to follow up on the results of my HSG last month. Then once my uterus looks normal try again. I hope that mean this next cycle or two. We will see how the appointment Monday goes.

 

[pvsmith12]

9dpo BFN. Nothing else to report. None of my usual PMS symptoms are present- and I usually have PMDD from 4dpo on. My bb's aren't even sore! I have no idea what that means, but it's nice not to be feeling like crap.

FX'D Pink!! I will def be praying that AF will stay away and you get your bfp in a few days!!

Thanks guys! We have had an appointment to meet with the Fertility Specialits on the 14 in case I didn't fall pregnant with my December IUI. Well, we are keeping it because we still didn't get the desired results. We are going to see what he suggests. Right now I am thinking I need some test done to follow up on the results of my HSG last month. Then once my uterus looks normal try again. I hope that mean this next cycle or two. We will see how the appointment Monday goes.

Let us know!! I will keep you in my prayers, and hopefully you don't have to hold off at all. I couldn't imagine having to endure what you are going through right now. We are here for you!

 

[pinksprinkles]

karenh- I think really going over that HSG is a great idea. I'm still surprised they didn't go over it with you earlier.

pvsmith12- Thanks lady. I am trying to be hopeful. I don't know why, but I just don't feel like this cycle was "the one". Silly, I know, but I just don't "feel" it. Today is 10 dpo and another BFN. Hoping to see a BFP tomorrow or the next day. Pretty much all research on BFP arrival dates shows that a BFN on 12 dpo is (generally) in 98% of cases and actual BFN, so if I don't have a BFP by then, I think I'll start mentally preparing myself for next cycle.

AFM: DH and I sat down and talked about meds last night and I think we're going to switch to Femara next cycle. My CM this cycle, though fertile, was barely there at all. I very much doubt it was enough. I had actually written it down as "dry" during that time, but I realized that I should record the type of mucus I had, just so i know that even with the Clomid causing it to be so very little, my body DID attempt to work correctly.

Also, my uterine lining was very thin after the first round of Clomid this cycle. Had I not had to do a second round of Clomid in the same cycle and been ready to O after round one, my uterine lining would not have been thick enough to support an implantation. Very worrisome.

Femara doesn't have those side effects we are switching. It also has such a short half life that once you take your last pill, it is totally out of your system in 24-48 hours, so it can't cause all the nasty hot flashes, nausea, etc that Clomid seems to cause me for the week after I finish it.

Oh! And recent Canadian studies of Femara show that it may have a higher success rate than Clomid. So yep! I'm switching!

 

[pvsmith12]

I heard that about Femara as well Pink!! However, my Dr pretty well refused to give me a script for it. Which is surprising considering her speciality seems to be handing them out like free candy.

I always disliked the side affects I got from Clomid, ESPECIALLY the hot flashes. Wowza!! Terrible to hear about your lining!! That's not good at all!

 

[pinksprinkles]

That's crazy she refused! Did she give a reason? I'm so glad you're switching docs. She sounds like a total nut.

 

[pinksprinkles]

sugarpi24 & mrs.monty- Haven't seen updates from you ladies in a couple days+. Hope ya'll are doing well!

 

[karenh]

karenh- I think really going over that HSG is a great idea. I'm still surprised they didn't go over it with you earlier.

pvsmith12- Thanks lady. I am trying to be hopeful. I don't know why, but I just don't feel like this cycle was "the one". Silly, I know, but I just don't "feel" it. Today is 10 dpo and another BFN. Hoping to see a BFP tomorrow or the next day. Pretty much all research on BFP arrival dates shows that a BFN on 12 dpo is (generally) in 98% of cases and actual BFN, so if I don't have a BFP by then, I think I'll start mentally preparing myself for next cycle.

AFM: DH and I sat down and talked about meds last night and I think we're going to switch to Femara next cycle. My CM this cycle, though fertile, was barely there at all. I very much doubt it was enough. I had actually written it down as "dry" during that time, but I realized that I should record the type of mucus I had, just so i know that even with the Clomid causing it to be so very little, my body DID attempt to work correctly.

Also, my uterine lining was very thin after the first round of Clomid this cycle. Had I not had to do a second round of Clomid in the same cycle and been ready to O after round one, my uterine lining would not have been thick enough to support an implantation. Very worrisome.

Femara doesn't have those side effects we are switching. It also has such a short half life that once you take your last pill, it is totally out of your system in 24-48 hours, so it can't cause all the nasty hot flashes, nausea, etc that Clomid seems to cause me for the week after I finish it.

Oh! And recent Canadian studies of Femara show that it may have a higher success rate than Clomid. So yep! I'm switching!

The told me my uterus was abnormal, there are more tests I think they need to run. I really need to find a new doctor but it is too much of a hassel.

 

[mrs.monty]

Karen I am so sorry. I dont know what else to say. take care of yourself and DH.

I had appointment yesterday, had ultrasound, ive got a 22mm follie left ovary, 18 mm behind that one and also a 14 mm on the right ovary. I have very good lining and the nurse said everything looks good to go, I had the trigger shot yesterday 3pm, so by all accounts i should O tonight/tomorrow? so lots of tonight and tomorrow to try to catch that elusive eggie! I am hopefull but not taking it too seriously because last month they said the same thing and that was not succesful, so i am now just going with the flow. cant think of what else to do really!

Sounds like everyone else is in various stages of their cycle. good luck to all.

 

[pvsmith12]

That's crazy she refused! Did she give a reason? I'm so glad you're switching docs. She sounds like a total nut.

She said something along the lines of "That's something that they would prescribe you in the city." Then proceeded to NOT refer me to an RE in the city... even when I ASKED. Said we would do 3 more cycles of Clomid then "go from there." Which meant she would just find another way to up the dosage of something I was taking and hold me off for another 3 months.

I had appointment yesterday, had ultrasound, ive got a 22mm follie left ovary, 18 mm behind that one and also a 14 mm on the right ovary. I have very good lining and the nurse said everything looks good to go, I had the trigger shot yesterday 3pm, so by all accounts i should O tonight/tomorrow? so lots of tonight and tomorrow to try to catch that elusive eggie! I am hopefull but not taking it too seriously because last month they said the same thing and that was not succesful, so i am now just going with the flow. cant think of what else to do really!

Sounds like everyone else is in various stages of their cycle. good luck to all.

GL Mrs Monty!! Hopefully this cycle goes better than last cycle and you guys manage to nab that egg!! Have lots of fun with the !! Hahah.

The told me my uterus was abnormal, there are more tests I think they need to run. I really need to find a new doctor but it is too much of a hassel.

That is awful news Karen!! I hope that a Dr is placed in your path that can help you. I couldn't imagine going through all that, getting a bfp, just to lose it. They really have to get their heads in the game - you should have had your hsg results gone over before they let you begin the IUI process.

AFM: I stopped temping. Sometimes I still wake up and reach for the thermometer, but I don't see a point in going much further with it. I think after my Dr appointment I will see how long it takes to get into the new ObGyn, might refill my provera script then try a Met/Agnus Castus combo. I have heard that AG is supposed to help with Ov'ing. We shall see.

Oh! Today is Mike & my 4 year anni!!! Can't believe how time flies.

 

[karenh]

Karen I am so sorry. I dont know what else to say. take care of yourself and DH.

I had appointment yesterday, had ultrasound, ive got a 22mm follie left ovary, 18 mm behind that one and also a 14 mm on the right ovary. I have very good lining and the nurse said everything looks good to go, I had the trigger shot yesterday 3pm, so by all accounts i should O tonight/tomorrow? so lots of tonight and tomorrow to try to catch that elusive eggie! I am hopefull but not taking it too seriously because last month they said the same thing and that was not succesful, so i am now just going with the flow. cant think of what else to do really!

Sounds like everyone else is in various stages of their cycle. good luck to all.

Your numbers do sound great! I hope this time works for you! Good luck!

 

[karenh]

That is awful news Karen!! I hope that a Dr is placed in your path that can help you. I couldn't imagine going through all that, getting a bfp, just to lose it. They really have to get their heads in the game - you should have had your hsg results gone over before they let you begin the IUI process.

AFM: I stopped temping. Sometimes I still wake up and reach for the thermometer, but I don't see a point in going much further with it. I think after my Dr appointment I will see how long it takes to get into the new ObGyn, might refill my provera script then try a Met/Agnus Castus combo. I have heard that AG is supposed to help with Ov'ing. We shall see.

Oh! Today is Mike & my 4 year anni!!! Can't believe how time flies.

Happy anniversary! I hope you find something that works for you soon. Have you thought about going to an RE?

 

[sugarpi24]

sugarpi24 & mrs.monty- Haven't seen updates from you ladies in a couple days+. Hope ya'll are doing well!

I go in tomorrow to see if I have any good follicles and if so then I will get an injection to induce ovulation and then do our first IUI... :/ wish today would go fast!!! Ill let you guys know tomorrow what we find out

 

[sugarpi24]

Karen I am so sorry. I dont know what else to say. take care of yourself and DH.

I had appointment yesterday, had ultrasound, ive got a 22mm follie left ovary, 18 mm behind that one and also a 14 mm on the right ovary. I have very good lining and the nurse said everything looks good to go, I had the trigger shot yesterday 3pm, so by all accounts i should O tonight/tomorrow? so lots of tonight and tomorrow to try to catch that elusive eggie! I am hopefull but not taking it too seriously because last month they said the same thing and that was not succesful, so i am now just going with the flow. cant think of what else to do really!

Sounds like everyone else is in various stages of their cycle. good luck to all.

Good luck Mrs.monty!!! Hope you catch that egg!!

 

[pvsmith12]

I have thought about an RE - but I have to get a referral to one... which I haven't been able to get out of the other Dr.

 

[karenh]

I have thought about an RE - but I have to get a referral to one... which I haven't been able to get out of the other Dr.

That is so frustrating. I am sorry. You could come here. We have an extra room. : )