Otherwise called IVF for Bel!

Hi Ladies,

Im new here after recently discovering DH has Bilateral Testicular Microlithasis and Bilateral Testicular Atrophy.

We are still on the highly charged emotional rollercoaster of finding out and aside from being shattered, Im so confused about the whole IVF thing. I cant make sense of the abbreviations, I dont even know what they mean. Im aware that there is different sorts of intervention and only the doctor can tell me exactly what we need but Im going INSANE waiting to see him!
Im googling my day away at the moment and Im just confusing myself even more, I know I probably shouldnt do it, but I cant just sit here doing nothing. Patience is not a virtue I possess.

So Im hoping that someone may be able to shed some light in plain English about what we could be facing...?

I dont need any intervention, AF/Ovulation is absolutely text book (my mood swings are a different story ) its only DH. I know my eggs will need to be removed for the process.. but will I still need medication/injections?
What is the process? As in where do we start!? How does it work step by step? How long does the process take? I realise it goes by my cycle.. but I can just about guarantee my dates for the next 6 months, my cycles are so exact I wonder if Im normal LOL
And most importantly, is there a waiting list and how do you find the best clinic? Im in Melbournes Northern Suburbs, but I dont mind travelling, nor am I concerned with the cost. Hubby has HBA cover, but I dont... he is still too upset to call them and find out if his procedures can be covered at all.


Im sorry to ask so many questions, I just feel absolutely helpless at the moment. I want to give DH (and myself) something to hope for He really isnt coping at all at the moment. Im not really either, but Im holding up a lot better than he is. Its such a role reversal.. Its always me that crumbles under pressure, and Im such a big drama queen at times. Now I just dont know how to help, especially being torn up inside too.
Im trying to stay hopeful, but its so hard at the moment. I have to say that reading this forum does help.