I met with my OB/GYN a couple of weeks ago for the "where to do we go from here" discussion. I was diagnosed with a prolactinoma in August and I am currently taking medication to keep it under control. My level is now pretty normal and the length of ?my cycles are now 25-26 days. After my last loss in June I underwent diagnostic testing to find out the reason for the loss but also to prepare myself to conceive again...confidently.
I did have an HSG in August and there were no concerns. I also had two pelvic ultrasounds, the first showed a small cyst which disappeared on it's own by the second ultrasound six weeks later. ?I followed up with my endocrinologist in mid October and she confirmed that my prolactin level was now considered normal with the lowest dose of Bromocriptine. She said that she would keep me on this medication through the first trimester once I became pregnant.
DH and I officially tried to conceive this month. We BD the Friday and Monday before my ovulation day which was Tuesday (a couple of weeks back) so I was really disappointed to get AF. I know I can't beat myself over this...especially since many of you have been on this TTC far longer that we have.
So the plan, according to my OB/GYN is that she will put me on progesterone once I find out I am pregnant and that they will check my betas as often as I want them to for ease of mind. She said that if I am not pregnant by March (my annual exam) then she will put me on some follicle stimulating drug but did not mention the name of THAT drug. I am guessing it's Clomid. I just turned 38 and I'm not sure that I want to wait until March. I'm really emotional right now so a lot of this may not make sense. I'm starting to wonder if I should see an RE. This is really fragmented so please ask me any questions in case something does not make sense. I trust the ladies on this board and I'm looking forward to sound advice. ?
Re: Is this a reasonable plan?
I wonder why your Dr. is not recommending an RE consult, if only because of your age alone. Mine referred me to one at age 38 after only 3 months of trying. I would definitely not wait another 4 cycles to see one.
Good luck TTC! I do hope your journey is a short one!