My post-IVF (a.k.a "I'm A Loser, Please Help Me") consultation is tomorrow morning. I'm not really sure what to expect but I think it will go something like this:
Me: So, what happened?
Dr: I dunno
Me: Well, do you think we should change my protocol next time?
Dr: (scratching head): I dunno
Me: I wrote down some concerns that I have:
- Is my egg quality OK?
- Should we check my thyroid levels during the stim phase to make sure my levels aren't out of whack?
- Do you have any concerns about my lining? My period wasn't that heavy after the cycle so I'm wondering if that means my lining wasn't thick enough?"
Dr: You aren't a doctor. You should stop overanalyzing everything.
I'm not trying to make my doctor sound stupid because I really do like her. I'm just not expecting to get a lot of answers because I don't think she'll have any. I think she'll be scratching her head along with me. The questions that I listed above are actual things I'm wondering - mostly my thyroid levels and the lining.
I had to get cleared by my endocrinologist before I could start the cycle. If my FSH levels get too high (meaning my medication is too low), I have an increased risk of miscarriage. We never checked my levels during the cycle so I'm not sure if the stims affected anything or not.
And, I am suspecting my lining for some reason. Everything I read on-line said AF was pure hell after a failed cycle. Mine barely came for a visit and lasted about the same as a normal cycle. It seems like it should've been super duper if the lining was thick, right?
Completely off the subject - where is everyone?!
5 comments:
LOL... we're here...
been checking your blog intermittently all day. Just haven't commented. Sometimes it's difficult to find the right words to say.
Lots of good wishes God's blessings your way.
Praying for only the best.
Anna.
We're here! I've been reading every day too, I've just been a moping lurker these last few days. I hate the 2ww. Good luck with your followup appointment, I will be eager to hear how it goes.
I hope the consult goes well today...and if you bring up specific concerns, hopefully your doctor will have something to say in response...good luck. :)
I hope the consult goes well....and that you get some anwsers.
My Doctor never has any anwsers either. Its amazing...all this money, technology and we get nothing from them.
Good Luck!
Oh, it's good to see everyone! I was getting worried because no one posted all weekend.
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