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chizzle09chizzle09
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I had my FET yesterday and I woke up with cramps this morning. I had my first IVF last month and the same thing happened-I had cramps throughout the entire 2ww. I know progesterone can cause cramping, but since the cramping started right after my transfer I don't think the progesterone is causing it. Is there anything you can take to stop the cramps? I'm worried that the cramps will prevent my embies from implanting. Thanks!
TTC #1 since 7/09
Dx: LPD, underdeveloped follicles, blocked left tube
3 C/P, 1 BO, 1 Ectopic
IVF#1=BFN (3/11)
FET#1=BFP
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Re: Newbie Question

  • thewormstheworms member

    i don't think there is anything you can take.

    are you on a steroid (medrol, dexamethasone, prednisone)?  typically they are started before transfer, RE's differ on how long before transfer to start it.

    some ladies who experience cramping after ET find that adding a steroid helps calm uterus and they don't experience the cramping.

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    Courage doesn't always roar. Sometimes courage is the little voice at the end of the day that says I'll try again tomorrow. ~Mary Anne Radmacher (thank you beadinglady)

    It's been a long journey. TTC since 9/06. multiple IUI's and IVF's and 4 m/c's. IVF#3 = BFP, twins, induced at 34w6d due to baby b passing away (no explanation). Delivered on 35w1d, Baby A - baby girl, and Baby B - baby boy, our little angel.
    MTHFR A1298C & C677T, Immune Issues and Factor II
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  • chizzle09chizzle09
    imagetheworms:

    i don't think there is anything you can take.

    are you on a steroid (medrol, dexamethasone, prednisone)?  typically they are started before transfer, RE's differ on how long before transfer to start it.

    some ladies who experience cramping after ET find that adding a steroid helps calm uterus and they don't experience the cramping.

    No, they didn't give me a prescription for a steroid. I just left a message and hopefully a nurse will call me back soon and I'm going to ask her if she can prescribe me something. Thanks!

    TTC #1 since 7/09
    Dx: LPD, underdeveloped follicles, blocked left tube
    3 C/P, 1 BO, 1 Ectopic
    IVF#1=BFN (3/11)
    FET#1=BFP
    Report Reply
  • chizzle09chizzle09
    I just spoke with a nurse who said that some cramping is normal after a fresh cycle because of all the stimulation, but that I shouldn't have as much cramping after a FET. She told me to take a Vicodin and she is going to speak with the RE and will call me back. I am so stressed!! I really hope this cramping will not affect implantation. I feel like crap.
    TTC #1 since 7/09
    Dx: LPD, underdeveloped follicles, blocked left tube
    3 C/P, 1 BO, 1 Ectopic
    IVF#1=BFN (3/11)
    FET#1=BFP
    Report Reply
  • thewormstheworms member

    imagechizzle09:
    I just spoke with a nurse who said that some cramping is normal after a fresh cycle because of all the stimulation, but that I shouldn't have as much cramping after a FET. She told me to take a Vicodin and she is going to speak with the RE and will call me back. I am so stressed!! I really hope this cramping will not affect implantation. I feel like crap.

    i hope she gets back to you soon 

    ((HUGS))

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    Worrying does not empty tomorrow of its troubles, It empties today of its strength. ~Corrie ten Boom
    Courage doesn't always roar. Sometimes courage is the little voice at the end of the day that says I'll try again tomorrow. ~Mary Anne Radmacher (thank you beadinglady)

    It's been a long journey. TTC since 9/06. multiple IUI's and IVF's and 4 m/c's. IVF#3 = BFP, twins, induced at 34w6d due to baby b passing away (no explanation). Delivered on 35w1d, Baby A - baby girl, and Baby B - baby boy, our little angel.
    MTHFR A1298C & C677T, Immune Issues and Factor II
    Report Reply
  • scooterqscooterq member
    GL chizzle!!!  I hope your nurse got back to you and was able to provide some insight. 
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