First RE Appointment

nswain85

We had our first RE appointment yesterday and to say it was not what I expected it to be would be a major understatement... We walked in and after briefly asking us some basic questions she says "well, I looked at your HSG results and the right tube needs to be removed". Uh...

She said that it is so badly damaged that even pregnancy is a risk due to a possible ectopic and the fluid that is getting stuck in the tube could be toxic to any pregnancy that resulted from the left side causing miscarriage or just flushing the pregnancy before we ever even knew about it. She said that we will go in and remove the tube if it is bad as she thinks it to be and will look at the left tube also because she is slightly concerned about it also. I asked what would happen if we left it and she said nothing (like it's not going to burst or anything) but that our odds of getting pregnant were even lower. That news kind of put an end to any other questions that I had, lol. She said that we would only have to wait one cycle after surgery to try again and that we can continue to try naturally, IUI or other ways as long as she is able to make sure the left side is ok. If for some reason both tubes are bad and have to come out, we go straight to IVF.

I wanted to burst into tears when she told me but there was so much information that I just kind of forgot about the crying and listened, lol. We are doing some more blood work and another SA for DH and then we will plan the surgery. It was such a relief to be around people who actually got what the hell I was talking about and I didn't have to deal with stupid admin people arguing with me about insurance and testing dates, etc. The visit with the insurance lady was well worth the time alone! It turns out that my OB who is billing me for everything is billing it wrong and my insurance should cover it and if not it at least goes towards by deductable vs. just straight out of pocket like they want.

This is definitely a setback that I was not anticipating but I almost feel as if the stress and pressure is off. There is a reason I wasn't getting pregnant and now we know why and what to do to fix it. I'm hoping for surgery end of May/early June so keep good vibes my way ladies. As always, thank you for being such a wonderful group. This was one place where I actually looked forward to sharing this with because I know we are all going through similar battles together.

BananaPancakes02

Sorry about your tubes! But I'm glad you seem to be in good hands!! :hugs:

mountaineer23

Wow, hope you can have the surgery done soon!

CandaceC1020

I'm sorry about the setback, but it sounds like you're with a good RE.  Hopefully you can have the surgery and get things taken care of and you'll be back in the game soon.  Sending good vibes your way!

jjgrl55

That sounds like a lot to take at your first appointment, good for you for having such a positive attitude about it all! Sending good vibes to your left tube that it's good and healthy for your surgery!

KT416

Sending good vibes your way! Good luck with the surgery!

Cbeanz

Good thing you got this checked out when you did.  Ectopics are worse than anything imaginable (mentally, physically, emotionally) and it sounds like you are avoiding the risk.  Good luck to you.  Sounds like you are in good hands.

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I'm so sorry for the heartbreaking news I'll be praying. It really sounds like your RE knows what she is doing so that's really good.

Lillovebug79

I'm sorry about the unexpected need for surgery but FX that all goes well and you can keep your other tube. Hopefully it will be worth it and get you your BFP!!

brazenbiblio

It must be such a relief to have a plan in place. Good luck with your surgery.

BunnyBerry

I'm so sorry about your tube(s)! I hope the surgery is just what was needed for you to get a quick BFP, though.

lebradford

Awww, I'm so sorry about your tubes. That sucks. I'm glad you like your RE though. That will make a *huge* difference. When I saw how complicated everything could be, I was even more thankful that I went to a specialist instead of trying to have my OB/GYN's staff (try to) navigate all of the insurance and monitoring.

Keep us updated about your surgery date. I hope that goes well for you and you can move onto treatment ASAP.

kushie77

Sorry about your tubes, but a gameplan and some answers are helpful.  ((hugs))

ChristieH917

I am in the same boat.  I had a large cyst on my right ovary. I had to have that removed before I could proceed with any fertility treatment. I had it removed in January, where it was so large that the OB had to take my ovary and tube on that side. I went back to the RE in March and scheduled my baseline testing, including an HSG. The HSG one showed that my one remaining tube was damaged during surgery. IVF is now my only option. 

Just remember... IVF has a higher success rate over IUI.  It is a stressful process, but I wish you all the best to getting your BFP!!!

TVLily

((Hugs)) I'm sorry about your tube. I am sending you lots of +++ vibes for a quick and successful surgery.

nswain85

Thank you all so much for your very sweet and heart warming replies, the goodness I get from this board is so amazing