Hi Sorry should have said I'm in Brisbane
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Hi Sorry should have said I'm in Brisbane
Murraycod you poor thing I know how you feel I had about 24 when I did my EPU and by the time I got to it I thought I was going to explode. Make sure you drink heaps I'm sure this is what saved me in the end and you will probably feel quite sore on the Friday so make sure you get lots of rest. Lol about DH being an expert at least he takes an active interest. Good luck on making it to Thursday and I hope you get lots and lots of eggs from it and not have to worry about another EPU again.
Purple we are with QFG. but taking a break from seeing FS at the moment til we can afford to do ivf.am about to start trying to get my confusing body sorted with natural fertility service at mater.
Ladies i need some advice..............GP did some blood tests the other day as my blood pressure was high and wanted to see if there was something causing it.went back for results today.one of tests that was done was thyroid (TSH) and the level was 6.apparently normal range is 0.4-4.0 so he said mine is underactive.he has also now ordered t3 and t4 results too.just wondering if anyone knows if thyroid levels can affect fertility as what i have googled today says it can.going to take my copies of the test results to appointment with natural fertilty thursday as from what gp said he probably wont be putting me on medication.but if thats going to be the case and if it does affect fertility i might see if mater will put me on something to sort it out and hopefully give us a better chance of getting preg
Trubabe - yes they can. There's a thread for TTC with thyroid issues.
Docs all seem to have different ideas, but I think they often recommend a TSH of 1-2 for TTC.
The other thing you might want to consider having tested is thyroid antibodies, which can also have a bearing on fertility. Depending on the cause of your underactivity, you may well have elevated antibodies also. You'll need to go on thyroid hormone replacement/supplement therapy - sometimes there is treatment for the underlying problem also, sometimes not.
All the best
thank you Marcellus.ive been trying to get hold of natural fertility service but keep getting their answering machne.it would be nice if by getting thyroid under control we manage to fall preg.can only hope
Hi ladies,
I think I lost my last post.
Truebabe - I agree with Marcellus. I have an underactive thyroid and antibodies. I take thyroxine and some naturopathy concoctions.
Kimbe - yay for a great lining. I wish I was told I didn't need pessaries. You don't sound like a whinger. I think we all know here how it feels to be not pregnant yet and watch others around us fall quickly
Katielou - welcome, hope your stay is short for all the right reasons. I'm not sure how much faith I would put in the stats either. My FS told me that in my case it might take me 6-7 transfers before success. I know someone where it took about 6 transfers and I think there are lots of ladies around this site who have had more than 3 transfers before success.
Chekigal - really sorry for your loss
Lairdoz - good luck for your FET. I would have nearly had a heart attack as well. They really should get their facts straight. Thanks for the welcome.
Kitkat - so it's looking like a BFP. It must be great to see 2 lines! I hope your BT just confirms what the HPT already says. I know why you might want to wait for the BT but I wouldn't be able to help myself at this point and would POAS again.
Terry - I agree, you do become an expert along the way. I think the only way is to take charge.
Murraycod - wow so many follies. I hope you don't have too much discomfort. Which protocol did you use?
Leabie - best wishes with your pregnancy.
AFM: I have my final accounts and nurse appointment tomorrow and then I think I'm paperwork free...as is the Vic system.
PurpleChic, I'm with QFG too (Spring Hill) and have been reasonably happy with them. I have mixed feelings about them because my first FS was absolutely lovely, but ignored me when I asked about checking if I had endo. I feel he was just not equipped for my case, but that our new FS is. There are also other good clinics in Brisbane (eg Wesley Monash or Life). My best advice is to check out the websites for the clinics and google the doctor names. Any that people feel strongly about (good or bad) will turn up in a search. Alternatively, if you know a GP you can trust to look out for your best interests, ask them for a recommendation.
trubabe - My cousin had thyroid problems and I know this def. impacted her fertility. The problem was the drugs to fix her thyroid either impacted her fertility or couldn't be taken if she was pregnant( can't remember which one) but the good news is she had her baby last year after getting her thyroid sorted!
katielou - IVF is a luck game based on fundamentals like embryo quality and your immune system. I was VERY lucky to be successful on my first try, but am now on my 5th cycle trying for #2 and not had any luck yet with no real reason why not. I agree with the other ladies, it's really just taking it one step at a time and fingers crossed! On your other question - I have to take meds when I do a FET because you need all your hormones to be exactly the same as when you would normally ovulate and as I don't ovulate on my own, I take drugs to get by body to do what it's supposed to. This means I might produce 2-3 follicles instead of 15 when I am on a stim cycle so it's far less evasive. Also don't need a trigger shot or anything like that. Everyone is different though, some people need no drugs at all and they just put the embie in on the right day for it's stage.
Kimbe - Hope you are doing well for your busy week!
Murraycod - I am horrified that your clinic doesn't do EPU's on a day that your body NEEDS it to be done. They remind me why all the fees have gone up so much for IVF because they aren't really putting their clients needs first. Anyway I hope the EPU happends quickly and of course that you get lots of nice healthy fertilised embies! xx
Juniper - hope you are going well and getting ready for your EPU
Purplechic - sorry I can't help as I'm in Perth :(
babytruj and anyone else I have missed - hi and hope the week is going quickly for you all!
AFM - ET this morning another beautiful expanded AA grade blast - but as I had exactly the same last cycle and only lasted 5 days, I am not one little bit excited. Was waiting in the bed in the hospital after the transfer and heard a nurse ringing someone to book their D and C - I heard the whole conversation, which was NOT what I wanted to hear while I was stuck in a bed after a $2800 embryo transfer! I said something to the nurse when I left but it made me mad I had to ruin my calm state of mind to have to tell them something so obvious.
gday guys just a quick update no persies just saying that had the op this monrning all went sensational dr was very happy cyst is now gone apparently was even bigger but all set for bt on monday then hopefully injections that night. But all good slept off the anesthetic and am feeling good hope everyone is well all I could think of in there was the big row of ivf girls in there and how I was wishing that they all came out of it with a bfp.
Hey Juniper Thank you for your response I have been searching online about different DR's I have had an appointment at Life with Dr Tronc and then read some bad reports so that made me a bit nervous. So this led me to this forum and searching other clinics and dr's. It has been good reading others opinions and experiences. Still not too sure what to do. And then the pricing of the different clinics and drs are confusing. :wall:
Lairdoz - despite the ignorance of staff, things sound quite good...GL!
Purple chic - it is such a tough decision, but definately not worht rushing over just to get into the system. You'll know the right FS for you when your with them and discussing your situation.
Lisa B - thanks for the support, was having a moent i think.
TruBlue - great to get all that sorted and started, hoping it goes well for you
MurryCod - I'm with Juniper, can't believe Wednesday's are "non EPU days", sounds ridiculous, I know they direct our cycles on the meds but that sounds bizzare. Just wondering what would happen for someone on a natural FET cycle? Anyway, not your concern right now given all the follies your trying to juggle. Hope the discomfort doesn't get any worse. H2O lots and lots!!!
All other Thursday girls - Thinking of youl!! In 48 hrs we'll all be on the home stretch lol. Exciting :)
Trubabe - you could give Sharkey's at Nerang on the coast a try, to help with the thyroid issue. Stacey there was fantastic and put DH and I on some terrible tasting herbs but I am attributing my BFP on IVF#1 to a combination of Sharkey's, acupuncture, and a lot of luck. She will generally look into the underlying issues that may be manifesting themselves as a 'thyroid' problem. Sharkey's has featured on a few TV programs over the years as being 'the baby maker'.
Purple - I'm with Dr Hasan Titiz at Nth West Medical Centre Everton Park (thru QFG). He doesn't have the greatest bedside manner, but hey, he worked his magic downstairs and now I am UTD! His receptionist Louise is just lovely and once I've delivered she'll be getting a lovely big bunch of flowers.
KatieLou - we had success on IVF/ICSI attempt #1 - I'm 9 weeks along as at tomorrow. You just never know, and you'll go nuts trying to work out stats. Our FS rattled off 1 in 3 chance, but other FS quote different stats.
gday girls it sounds like there are a lot of girls either just had trasnfers or are about to. Goodluck to everyone and may the tww one be a fast one with a wonderful surprise at the end. I just became an aunt again for the second time yesterday am so excited which is a massive turn around for me instead of being upset by it am very excited.
AFM: The headaches have started again but am excited as it means that the cyst is definately gone and the nasal spray is working again woohoo didn't think t'd be so quick
Kimbe – Good luck for tomorrow. Nice lining.
Don’t feel bad for feeling bad! It’s just the disappointment – and when people don’t know what you are going through there is no way they can understand any of that. You will always find there are babies and pregnant women all around you. I see it all the time. But you have to try and feel happy for them, and the precious cargo they are or are carrying, and realise that your time will come.
A good friend told us she is pregnant, and she knows we are going through IVF, and didn’t want to tell me in case I was upset. But I knew they were trying, and although it is unfair how easy it is for some people, I wouldn’t wish this on anyone. I have had several close friends have babies since we have been trying, and it is hard to hear someone else is pregnant, but it is also great news too – our time WILL come.
Katielou – welcome. I haven’t been on Synarel, so I can’t help you I’m afraid, but remember everyone is different, so no need to worry, and DON’T stress!
I think IVF works differently for everyone. Some people it happens first time round, and some people it can take 7 or even 9 tries. My FS said they would only do 10 (I think it was 10) because of the toll it takes on your body. And you only have so many eggs. Also, how many times could you try and it not work – it’s a hard process to go through. Keep your thoughts positive, and your baby will come.
Chekigal – I am so sorry to hear your news. Hugs!
Lairdoz – It is awful that you had to hear such a negative conversation. Just keep positive about your embryo...
Leabie – Sounds like excellent news!! Good luck for scan later this month!!
KitKat – wait for the BT – at least you will have better results from it. Fingers Crossed
Murraycod – Yay for lots of embies. I feel your pain. I was there back in December (I had over 30), and it is not nice. I hope OHSS stays away – chicken breasts, and egg whites – have lots of egg whites. My FS wouldn’t do ET because of OHSS (I think very cautious here in Singapore) and I was put on a diet of 8 egg whites a day. Protein absorbs the excess. Good Luck for Thursday!
TrueBlue – glad it all went well. Rest up!
Hi to anyone else I have missed.
AFM – We did our FET yesterday. I had two frozen embies and they both turned to blastocysts, and both were hatching (1 had to be assisted slightly) but I am told that is good! They were both good embies! It was really weird cos I got to see the screen when they were putting them in, and there was a tiny white flash, which the FS said was the embies going in! Very cool! But I needed to pee so badly afterwards – not good having to have a full bladder then they go poking around down there!
So now my husband has me on house arrest and won’t let me do anything – but I won’t complain about that! I’m just gonna take it easy and rest over the next week. And hopefully my blasties stick!
Just a quick post because I'm pretty uncomfortable this time. We got 5 eggs today. I have mixed feelings about this. On one hand I'd like to have more to play with, but on the other hand in the past we've always had our quality decrease as our egg/embryo numbers increased. So, I'm trying to just be happy with it - 5 eggs for IVF#5 has a nice ring to it. ;)
Oh, and our FS has decided we'll do ICSI this time even though we've never done it before. He said that our past cycles have all be great on paper, just lacking that one ultimate aspect of success, so he wants to try everything he can think of to make this one work for us.
And in other good news, you'll never guess what I found on our ensuite floor this morning just before leaving home! My engagement ring! They must have dropped it and I found it under a few bags they'd dumped on the floor. I'm still smiling about that one!! :dance:
Juniper, that sounds like great news. Engagement ring and 5 eggs! It is quality not quantity, don't forget. ICSI is also good news! Fingers crossed for this cycle:)
Great news Juniper - I think finding the ring is a great sign - sounds like you deserve lots of goodluck ahead too! Quality not quantity - you only need one.
Babytruj - goodluck for your transfer, I hope they (or one - I am sure you must be OK with twins?) implant nicely and you get a BFP next week xx
Kimbe - thinking of you!
KitKat - goodluck for tomorrow - one sleep to go!! FX and GL :)
Murraycod - hope you are hanging in there, goodluck for your EPU sweetie xx
Trueblue - that's GREAT news - you must be superexcited as that was a speedbump you didn't expect, but it's all turned out for the best.
Terry, Lisa B, Purplechic, Trubabe and anyone else I missed, hope you are having a great week.
No AFM at the moment, as there is literally nothing to report of note, I'm a bit over the 2WW as this is my 5th so far this year, but I am hoping both for myself and the numerous ladies going through this time at the same time as me that it is successful with a nice, healthy BFP for each of us!!
Hi there.
Well I'm a newbie to these forums (although a long time reader) and I was hoping to join you lovely ladies here :)
DH (31) and I (28) have been ttc for over 2 years and we've recently done our first IVF. Unfortunately it didn't work and FS said not to worry as it may have been due to the drugs :wall:
Looking at the positives though - we now have 16 frozen embryos which I thought was great.
So we are now doing a FET this cycle however when I did my BT on day 14 (Monday this week), my FS said I wasn't ready to ovulate naturally yet so I wasn't ready for the transfer. Can anyone provide any comments on this?
I'm normally a 28 day cycle and with all over scans and BTs, I've been about to ovulate at day 14. Is it possible that the drugs from the stim cycle has made my cycle weird this month?
I'm off to do another BT tomorrow so hopefully I'll get the go ahead for the FET and the little embryos survive the thaw. :crossfingers: for a BFP this cycle.
Thanks
J