endometrial scratch/biopsy

KR250222

I'm wandering over from the IF board to ask a question. After OHSS and 3 unsuccessful FETS I went to a new clinic, which I liked. My new doctor has suggested an endometrial scratch as part of my treatment plan for IVF#2. Has anyone over here ever done that? I am also wondering the pain involved. He also wants me to do more blood tests and have another uterine cavity exam (I forget the name but it's not the HSG). 

Dragonfly1226

I had it done twice. The first time the doctor gave me a shot that helped numb things so it wasn't that bad. The second time I didn't and it hurt. The good news is that the pain lasts only for a few moments. You may be uncomfortable after but not in pain. Both times I was instructed to take Advil two hours before my appointment. I would recommend that. Good luck hon!!!

CarrieB.

I had this too. It's just another good thing to check. Good luck!

itsmevkb

Before my IVF I had a hysteroscopy which is where they fill your uterus with saline and insert a camera.  I was awake for that and I think only took like a few Advil prior.  I don't remember it hurting at all.

I've had an endometrial biopsy done but not in relation to infertility, it was because I was having unexplained bleeding.  So, I'm not sure if it's exactly the same thing but that was like a more involved pap test.  I had no pain medication at all and it was fine.  I think I felt a little cramping but nothing I'd call pain.

cherylanne3550

I have done it twice and actually felt fine afterwards,they named it a "D&C with Hysteroscopy" - good luck!