What to expect at first FS Appointment

[Bloom]

Hi Amy,

Sorry to hear you've had such a difficult time TTC but it's great you are on the way to getting help! During the first apt the Dr will ask about your medical history and family history. They will also probably want to talk about your cycle (bring a calender or dates for your periods if possible).

Yes generally an IVF cycle will start on Day 1. But before you can "get going" there will be a few tests neccessary and these can take a while. My DH has sperm issues and they needed to test for cystic fyboris genes and a few other gene things which took about 6 weeks to get results. You will also both need to get a blood test for HIV (standard policy for most clinics). You can probably ask FS for the paper work to get your bloods taken before you go away.

All the best,

ruth

[Amy_jellybean]

Hi Ruth,

Thanks for your reply. I had my appointment about a week ago...not good news for us

[Bloom]

Sorry I was too late for your apt. How did you go? Are you going to go ahead with IVF with ICSI? (that's what we had to have - DHs swimmers were never going to make it on their own).