TFAS Gals...update to my tube issue

LittleD8081 · September 2010

I posted this on the 3TC board, too, but I wanted to give you all an update.

Baboo, thanks for putting it out there so everyone could keep me in their T&P's. I really appreciate it. I can use all the T&P's anyone can spare.

My OB/GYN looked at my chart and the nurse called to tell me that my doc said to wait 3 months and then have a repeat u/s to see if the fluid/inflamation is still there. WTF? I wasn't prepared for a "wait and see" attitude. I told the nurse that this didn't feel "right" since I'm 34, have only one tube, and we're TTC. She got me in for a consult with the doc on Monday. So, more waiting from her...

But, in the meantime, I got really curious as to why she wouldn't refer me to an RE for an HSG. On an impulsive whim, I called the RE and made an appt for October 11th. I've never been seen there before, so this is only a consult/initial visit. I feel very badly about going behind my OB/GYN's back. I can always cancel the appt...but I figured if my OB/GYN tells me Monday to go ahead and call the RE, it's already done and I don't have to wait as long to get in.

Did I do the right thing making the appt with the RE? Or should I really just take a "wait and see" attitude. I'm struggling with this decision. I didn't think that fluid in the tubes just clears up on it's own. Am I misinformed?

Thanks ladies. You've already been so helpful to me already. I truly appreciate it

kerivp · September 2010

I think you were right to make the appt with the RE. That's what I would have done too.

kerrbear72 · September 2010

You have to do what you feel is right/best for you. End of story.

I think you made the right decision.

MySweetBaboo · September 2010

Hey hon! I've been thinking about you!

I am over "wait and see" myself, I don't know much about your condition, but I wouldn't want to put 3 months on hold either! I would ask her at your appointment what would happen if it is still blocked in 3 months? Is there something you can take, a procedure they can do? What are the risks of damaging the tube if you went ahead with any procedures now?

I don't think it is wrong to call an RE and you should not feel guilty. I am struggling to call one myself and I may have to find a new OB too, since I have been calling for 2 days to get my 7dpo results and it has been over 2 weeks since the draw.

You are in my thoughts, I hope Monday goes well. Hang in there!!

purple4u · September 2010

I have been thinking about you too!

I don't think you jumped the gun at all. If I was in your position I would not want to wait three months either. I hope the appt on Monday goes well. Make sure you take a list of questions with you as we tend to forget things we wanted to ask when we are sitting right there.

Keep us updated!

MySweetBaboo · September 2010

purple4u:

I have been thinking about you too!

I don't think you jumped the gun at all. If I was in your position I would not want to wait three months either. I hope the appt on Monday goes well. Make sure you take a list of questions with you as we tend to forget things we wanted to ask when we are sitting right there.

Keep us updated!

I see your crosshairs are now dotted! Hmm lol

jinx75 · September 2010

I think you did the right thing! It's your body and if you don't want to take a "wait and see" approach you have every right to see whatever dr you want. You are in my T&P's!

purple4u · September 2010

MySweetBaboo:
purple4u:

I have been thinking about you too!

I don't think you jumped the gun at all. If I was in your position I would not want to wait three months either. I hope the appt on Monday goes well. Make sure you take a list of questions with you as we tend to forget things we wanted to ask when we are sitting right there.

Keep us updated!

I see your crosshairs are now dotted! lol

I know my chart is insane this month plus I have had a cold for the last few days so I am sure that does not help. I am thinking this cycle is a bust at this point.....FML

tosh24 · September 2010

I would have done exactly what you did. If there's one thing I've learned with all my health issues, it's that you've got to be an advocate for your own health. It's not like you're being petty - you're not demanding an RE because you've been trying for 3 months and haven't getten KU - you have a legitimate issue that affects TTC. If the option that your doctor gave didn't sit right with you, you are absolutely entitled to seek out other opinions (in my own humble opinion....)

babykuz · September 2010

definitely did the right thing. it is sooo hard to just sit back and wait...and you dont know what you are even waiting for! dont feel bad about making an apt with an RE "behind your OBs back." i think it is a smart move and one that your OB should support. GL!

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