Spotting 2-3 days before AF

[Kaydee78]

Hi... I too get spotting pre AF which lasts 5-7 days. I am currently ttc through IVF.

While FS have categorised us as "unexplained infertility", I feel that our trouble is to do with my short LP. How can an embryo possibly implant when your body is beginning to shed endo lining before the little one has a chance to properly implant?? Progesterone supplements have been tried but no luck yet...

Best wishes to everyone else ttc.

[Jaxi]

Hi Roseline, I think Kaydee said it all. My GP pretty much had this same concern. If my spotting is starting around 9DPO then I have a short luteal phase which makes it difficult for the embryo to implant. I am getting the results of my 21 day progesterone test this evening and DH is also getting the results of his sperm count so we should know where we stand later today. Perhaps you should be looking at a 21 day progesterone blood test? I don't think a scan would pick up a progesterone problem. I could be wrong though!? Wishing you the best of luck on your ttc journey. Keep me updated!

Kaydee, also wishing you the best of luck for this mth. I noticed you're in Sydney. Which FC are you going to? I have a strong feeling my ttc journey is going to take me to the FC very soon and am getting anxious about the cost and the path ahead!

[Kaydee78]

Hi Jaxi, I'm with Dr Smith at Westmead Fertility Clinic. Can't speak highly enough about the nurses there. Costs are good compared to other clinics.

Best of luck for tonight. Hope the test results give you and DH some direction.

[Jaxi]

Thanks Kaydee

[Liviam]

Hi gorgeous. Just wanted to let you know that we are thinking of you tonight when you get your results!! Sending you heaps of good luck vibes.

[BekZ]

All the best Jaxi

[Jaxi]

Thanks so much ladies. Just got home from appointment. Progesterone test showed that my levels are quite normal but the GP was still concerned about my short luteal phase. Unfortunately DH's sperm count was low so she's given us a referral to go see a FS. She said to just go chat with him, see what his plan would be, the costs involved etc and then we can make a decision whether to start with him right away or give it more time. DH and I have agreed we'll go chat with him asap and see what lies ahead before making any decisions...