OHSS vs Normal Egg Collection Recovery

[Chickensoup85]

Hi ladies,

Yesterday was my egg collection and I have a quick question about recovery. This is actually my third time but this time they got 12 eggs, rather than 6 or 7. That, coupled with my high levels of estrogen, have put me at risk of OHSS.

My question is, what is a normal level of pain and bloating for EC recovery and what's the onset of OHSS?

Yesterday, I couldn't walk or stand up straight as I was in so much pain. Today the pain is much less and feels more like trapped wind and pressure. I am also pretty bloated but can't remember if that's normal?!

If they hadn't mentioned OHSS, I wouldn't think twice about the pain or bloating but now I'm worried they'll end up cancelling our transfer and our embryos have never been good enough to freeze.

Thanks!

 

[messica]

They got 11 when we did ours. My estrogen wasn't abnormally high and I still felt exactly as you described. Always call if you're worried, but I'd say what you're experiencing is normal (at least in my experience)

 

[goingforit]

I had ohss with my first IVF...I completely agree it's hard to know the differences. Sadly I found out the hard way as I ended up being hospitalised with severe OHSS. I was bloated to the point whereby I look 4-5 months pregnant. I was trying to tell myself I was okay but I was being sick a lot and then not able to keep any liquids down, including ice lollies. If you are concerned, ring and check. I was in hospital for days following my admission and trying to fight it when in fact I just needed medical help. I was actually relieved when they couldn't do the transfer that month as I honestly felt like death and didn't feel that I would be able to face it.

Wishing you all the best.