TTC and endometriosis :(

[YearningHeart]

May112 - Sorry to hear that. Its is hard and very emotional to wait for a baby and doesn't seem to come. I hope something comes up for you. Did the dr say what treatment they are going to put you in or is it your choice?
Some people in the UK get 1 or 3 free IVF treatments.

 

[YearningHeart]

Sorry I am sending few posts, I forgot to update a little.

I finished the BCP 4 days ago and started my periods yesterday morning so I called the clinic who said I have to take the microgynon pills from 4th April until my scan day which is on 25th April. Eeek Im so excited. I cant believe how fast the pill stage has gone. Im very excited but really scared at the same time. I dont think I can handle another BFN. Anyways lets all stay positive. xxx

 

[Coolstar]

Thanks heart, I was missing you. Glad you are back. I am trying not to stress but you know tww is really tough. I am thankful to God that 2 embryos made it out of 3 eggs. At one point I thought the cycle would be cancelled , I was praying so hard. Heart, glad your bcp is over. What is microgynon for ? When will you start your stims. Excited for you hun

 

[YearningHeart]

Awwww thanks cool. Yeah I just got busy in the weekend and did not get the chance to come on B&B. Yeah I knooow the 2ww can be stressful, I think it is more of worry but just talk to yourself and remind yourself that stress can effect the body and it is not going to do any good. I remember during my 2ww I was thinking about it 24/7 I even had dreams! So to take my mind off I kept busy. Maybe you could meet friends, a hobby you have? read a book, anything that you enjoy because when you keep busy you wont have much time to stress.
Yeah 2 embryos, that is excellent. It only takes one lucky one.

I start my stims after the 1st scan, so that is from 25th April about 3 weeks left. Microgynon is some type of hormonal contraception pill. I just cant wait for it to be finished and move on to the next stage.

 

[May112]

Hi Yearning

I have a sonohystogram next week to make sure my tubes aren't blocked. Then he says I'm either going to have a laparoscopy or full blown chop you open again, surgery. I'd obviously prefer the lap. But who knows

 

[Goldfish]

May112 UK residents who pay tax get access to the National Health Service (NHS), and if you have been TTC for a long time or if you have a condition that may cause fertility issues, have not had children before and aged under 40 (I think, or it could be under 42?) - then you may be able to get free IVF. Depending on the area you live in and its funding, you can get 1, 2 or 3 free. I got 1 for free and paid for the others myself.

Cool well done, you're PUPO!!! Chin up, your embryos sound like theyre excellent quality!

Yearning yeah it's so expensive, but I think you could prob get it a bit cheaper at other clinics. Plus I'm on one of the highest doses of stim meds so that really adds up; if I had normal AMH or was a good responder I'd be on half the stim dose that I'm currently on now! Yay for starting the pill soon, won't be long before you're on your way to injecting again!

AFM, I had my stim scan today and there were 4 follicles. Just so glad there were some (at least more than 1 anyway!) as I was scared I wouldn't respond again and would have to cancel. Lining looking good as well. I have another scan on Friday and hopefully egg collection early next week!

 

[Coolstar]

Gold for 4 follicles.Did you ask the size ? For Ladies like us with low amh 4 follicles is superb and plus others will join soon. And we only need one good quality embryo to stick. So how many days of stims you have already done ? Really excited for you . Hope all of us get our BFP's soon .
Heart I know suppression phase is boring, but before you know you would be starting your stimulation. Till then take care of yourself and eat healthy food.
May i am praying that lap will work for you . I know its such a tough situation, just hang on there. Did you check your amh ?

 

[Goldfish]

Cool I had done 6 days of stim when I had my first scan. Follicles were 15, 14, 12, 11 mm. By the time I have my next scan tomorrow I will have done 8 stims. I usually respond very slowly so this is a bit of a surprise to be considering egg collection early next week! How are you doing in the TWW? When is your OTD?

 

[YearningHeart]

May112 - I hope you have the lap and everything goes well. I know it can be stressful but stay strong, hopefully all of this is over soon and special surprises wait for you. x

Gold - That is great! By the times you know it will be egg collection time. Good to hear about the follicles. Im really happy for you and don't worry about responding slow, I was like that. I was on stims for roughly 3 weeks because the follicles were taking time growing.

As for the medication, yeah I guess that does make sense, the more medication the more cost. I have 3 free rounds of IVF by NHS. 1 failed so 2 more tries, I really hope this one works. I really feel for those who have to pay and I wish all those that pay get a BFP. x

Cool - Thanks, Yeah thats why I want to do, focus on keeping healthy and eating good food, get the body ready. Hows the 2ww going? Do you work? Did you take time off from work? x

 

[Coolstar]

Gold considering its just 6th day of stims you are responding superb. So happy for you. And the best thing is 4 of them are growing well. My otd is on 15th. The TWW is hell.
Heart at present i have taken off and trying to relax as much as i can. The only thing that i keep on thinking is that if this cycle does not work how are we going to finance our next ivf and with such low amh i cant wait for a long time either (my insurance is not paying). I am just praying it works, i need a miracle now. The financial and emotional toll from ivf#1 is too much.

 

[May112]

Thank you both sooo much for the prayers and well wishes.
What is AMH?! I clearly still don't know all the lingo. :s

 

[YearningHeart]

Cool - I agree IVF is very hard in every way, emotionally, physically etc. I heart goes out to those that have to pay so much but try not to think about it too much now. I really hope you get a BFP, everything will be worth it then. Its good you took little time off to relax. x

 

[Coolstar]

Thanks Heart.
Gold, how is your stims going on ?
May, AMH is a blood test. It tells you about your ovarian reserve ie how many eggs are left. I found out my amh is low just before IVF . I think it was because of the endo.

 

[Goldfish]

Cool I did my last stim injections a few hours ago and just about to do my trigger shortly!!!

A lot has happened in the past few days. Friday I had a scan/blood test and still had 4 follicles - was told to keep stimming and to come back for another check on Monday. I was worried about losing my lead follicle so spoke to a dr, who then said I should get checked again Saturday instead - another scan/blood test and then they decided I should trigger to tonight instead of tomorrow night! so egg collection on Tuesday, very anxious!

 

[Coolstar]

Gold, I know how stressing ivf is. But the good thing is that you have 4 follicles and you just need one healthy/good embryo to stick. I guess your follicles are growing in a good rate so they have preponed your EC date. Fxed for your collection. You will be in my prayers. Lots of hugs to you. Pls keep us updated.

 

[YearningHeart]

Gold - How are you doing? I believe today was your egg collection. Hope everything went well and you taking good rest. Looking forward to hearing your updates

Cool - How are you? How is 2ww going? When does you 2ww end again?

 

[Coolstar]

Heart, the tww is a real killer. I have beta on 15th but I am planning to test after 2 or 3 days(home test) . I feel I am out Feeling really depressed, irritated and angry. I feel like shouting at everyone. I guess it's all the hormones, meds and injections How are you doing ?
Gold, I was thinking about you. Hope everything went well.

 

[YearningHeart]

Cool - Awwww dont stress. I know the 2ww is a real killer, I dont blame you for feeling like that. Try your best to keep busy because if you have too much free time you will just think about this. The feeling is so horrible. I feel for everyone who goes through the 2ww. Your half way through your 2ww so thats great
Are you sure you want to test at home before the beta? I know a lot of ladies do that. I was so tempted to test before the beta but my OH kept telling me not to in case it is a BFN because then I would definitely be even more stressed. Think over it if you really want to check at home, if you can wait for the beta thats even better.

- No updates for me really, Im trying to get fit, sometimes IVF is depressing me making me just want to eat. I know thats weird but anyhow I keep saying to myself I need to get more fit and get the body ready for the stims. Im still on microgynon pills, still 2 weeks to go of that. xx

 

[YearningHeart]

I hope Gold is doing alright.

 

[Goldfish]

Cool How are you doing in the TWW? Not too long to go, hope your hormones settle down!
Yearning how's things on the pill? I always found that stage really boring so I hope it's not too bad for you.

AFM, bad news. Egg collection was yesterday and only got 1 egg (apparently the other "follicles" were endometriomas and didn't have eggs). This morning I was told that the egg was immature and can't be fertilised. The last two cycles have been complete disasters. Feel really sad and not sure what to do next.