Infertility

Progesterone Cream *Any Sonographers out there with Infertility?!*


Hi,

I'm feeling really low today... Just wanted to get it all out.

I just started progesterone cream (after ovulation), twice a day.  I got to work after a long week-end to check my progress on Ultrasound (Endometrium lining) - 6 mm.  I am really discouraged.  I really thought it was going to make a difference this cycle.  Although I should have known not to get my hopes up, because I am currently in the longest cycle I've had to far (66days)....  My corpus luteum is still there.  Fingers crossed it will get better next cycle.  To be on the positive side, I'm not experiencing any spotting... which usually happens during my luteal phase in a long cycle.  I'm just surprised it didn't thicken the lining more than that... My body has done it naturally up to 9-10 mm (although just once, this past february).  

I did a little research online... can take up to 4-12 months for progesterone to get back up, in severe cases?  Really hoping it doesn't!!

Meanwhile, patiently waiting to see an OB/GYN at the end of the month... who will probably order me a Hystero, suggest Clomid...  I should be thankful I'm getting professional help, but I wish I could do it on my own.  Fix my damn body.  Not feel so depressed about it...


**Trigger warning**

Me: 25  DH: 28
TTC Sept-Oct 2013

 Journey:
-Stopped BC pills Sept-Oct 2013
-First ovulation June 2014 *8 looong months later
-Very long and irregular cycles.  Sometimes spotting during tww. Always BFNs.
-On cycle 9 of TTC: BFP @11DPO.

 Testing/Therapy:
-Hormone testing with Naturopath showed very low progesterone  
-Prescribed topical Progesterone cream twice a day starting at ovulation
-Husband's SA excellent  
-My HSG normal.
-Undergoing treatment by TCM (Chinese acupuncture/herbs)







Re: Progesterone Cream *Any Sonographers out there with Infertility?!*

  • Hope this helps...
    I have been where you are, feeling broken, not wanting to see an RE, wanting to be able to do the one thing for my husband we were programmed to do....but I can't and there is nothing I can do to change that but I can be thankful that their are trained professionals that can help me. And I always think that maybe my going through this journey will be able to help someone else like a sister daughter or a friend I can be a shoulder to cry on and really will understand their struggle
  • I'm not sure exactly what your treatment plan is this cycle and your dpo, however, you may be able to call your doctor and request estradiol prescription to be used vaginally 2xs a day. When I was on Clomid 100 mg last cycle, my lining was only 5.3 on CD 13. With the help of estradiol, by CD 17, it went up to 11.3. Even if it's too late this cycle, I would request it for the next one (assuming no BFP) especially if you get on Clomid since thin lining is a side effect.

    Also, don't hesitate to see an RE. While it might seem like a big step, it really is helpful to have a clear game plan, especially with a doctor specifically trained to get you pregnant. I wish I would have seen my RE sooner!
    Married to DH 10/6/12
    TTC since 5/14
    Unexplained with (controlled) hypothyroidism and suspected ovulatory dysfunction (but, I do ovulate on my own)
    Clomid 50 mg 3/15 (unmonitored) - BFN
    Clomid 50 mg + metformin 4/15 (unmonitored) - BFN 
    First RE appt. 5/15; Natural cycle 5/15 monitored with 2 mature follicles and Pregnyl Trigger (full dose) + prometrium - BFN
    6/15 HSG - clear tubes & normal uterus; great PCT test results
    TI - 100 mg Clomid + prometrium (AM & PM) + vaginal estrace (AM & PM) 6-7/15 (monitored) --> no additional response and thinned lining - BFN
    TI - Injectables (follistim + Gonal-F, Ganirelix, & 1/2 dose Pregnyl) + prometrium (AM & PM) 9/15 --> 3-7 mature follicles (3 definites and 4+ that could have matured due to trigger) @ O -->BFN + 5 large cysts
    BC for 2 weeks due to cysts
    TI - Injectables (Gonal-F, Ganirelix & full dose Pregnyl) + prometrium (AM & PM) 10/15 --> 1 mature follicle --> BFN 
    TI - Last attempt at injectables (Gonal-F, Ganirelix & 1/2 dose Pregnyl) + crinone (AM only) + vaginal estrace (AM & PM) 11/15 --> 3-4 mature follicles --> BFP!! 11/27/15 @ 13dpo (shockingly, actually waited until then to test)

    Beta #1 @ 16dpo (11/30/15) = 1,075
    Beta #2 @ 19dpo (12/3/15) = 3,150
    One baby: Saw heartbeat @ 5w5d (114 bpm; baby measuring 2.3mm)

    "Great Things are Happening"
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  • So true! I'll always remember the struggle, the feelings I have... and be happy to offer support to someone if they reach out.  I know for me, it really helps talking about it.  I am open with our struggle to conceive, to co-workers and friends who ask about it... I just can't smile and say "No kids yet! One day."  I DO want a family, and I AM trying...  It's just not as fair for everyone.
    **Trigger warning**

    Me: 25  DH: 28
    TTC Sept-Oct 2013

     Journey:
    -Stopped BC pills Sept-Oct 2013
    -First ovulation June 2014 *8 looong months later
    -Very long and irregular cycles.  Sometimes spotting during tww. Always BFNs.
    -On cycle 9 of TTC: BFP @11DPO.

     Testing/Therapy:
    -Hormone testing with Naturopath showed very low progesterone  
    -Prescribed topical Progesterone cream twice a day starting at ovulation
    -Husband's SA excellent  
    -My HSG normal.
    -Undergoing treatment by TCM (Chinese acupuncture/herbs)








  • No REs where I live in Canada... I could pay to see one outside of the province, but it would cost a lot of money.  Although I might have to if the OB/GYN isn't successful in helping us.
    **Trigger warning**

    Me: 25  DH: 28
    TTC Sept-Oct 2013

     Journey:
    -Stopped BC pills Sept-Oct 2013
    -First ovulation June 2014 *8 looong months later
    -Very long and irregular cycles.  Sometimes spotting during tww. Always BFNs.
    -On cycle 9 of TTC: BFP @11DPO.

     Testing/Therapy:
    -Hormone testing with Naturopath showed very low progesterone  
    -Prescribed topical Progesterone cream twice a day starting at ovulation
    -Husband's SA excellent  
    -My HSG normal.
    -Undergoing treatment by TCM (Chinese acupuncture/herbs)







  • Thank you for the Estradiol Suggestion! :)  If I go on Clomid I will be sure to suggest it.
    **Trigger warning**

    Me: 25  DH: 28
    TTC Sept-Oct 2013

     Journey:
    -Stopped BC pills Sept-Oct 2013
    -First ovulation June 2014 *8 looong months later
    -Very long and irregular cycles.  Sometimes spotting during tww. Always BFNs.
    -On cycle 9 of TTC: BFP @11DPO.

     Testing/Therapy:
    -Hormone testing with Naturopath showed very low progesterone  
    -Prescribed topical Progesterone cream twice a day starting at ovulation
    -Husband's SA excellent  
    -My HSG normal.
    -Undergoing treatment by TCM (Chinese acupuncture/herbs)







  • @Echogirlxo : what province do you live in? Would there be nothing reimbursed? I live in Ontario and a friend of mine from Quebec is looking to get a consult with my RE because things are going nowhere with hers. It definitely is best to see an RE than a OBGYN.
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