Intro TTC with PCOS? Original post on Trouble TTC

tmp-132183625003919 · December 2010

Hello ladies... I have been TTC since April after removing the Mirena. I noticed that I was having burning sensations on my sides and my periods came farther and farther apart. Long story short, I've been diagnosed with PCOS and am getting ready to begin my first regimen of Prometrium, Estradiol, and Clomid. I can't remember which one I am supposed to take first and for how long to bring on my period...have since called the nurse...waiitng on return call.Has anyone else had a similar PCOS situation? What was the outcome and what can I expect? Thanks!

janda309 · December 2010

I really can't answer your questions as I'm new here myself. I also have PCOS and my dr. gives me Provera to start my period. I believe that is the Prometrium for you but definitely wait to hear from the nurse. I'll be starting Clomid in January sometime.

baloneydisc · December 2010

I also have PCOS. The Prometrium is to bring on your period. I believe the normal dosage for it is 200mg for 10 days. It can take up to 14 days after your last pill for AF to start.

Have you had all of your initial testing done (cd3 b/w, HSG, SA for your DH)? It's important to do all of this before starting fertility meds because if there is an issue (such as a blocked tube) the meds will not help & some (like Clomid) have a maximum number of times they can be taken. Also, please make sure you will be monitored while taking Clomid. It can thin your lining & cause cysts.

stillwaiting12 · December 2010

I also have PCOS but I am on a different cocktail of meds than you. I know the Prometrium is to bring on your period and as PP said it can take up to 2 weeks after the last pill to actually start your cycle. I go through an RE, like most ladies on this board. The RE monitors you very closely and is able to adjust meds accordingly because of the monitoring. It's very important that you are not just given meds and left on your own. I don't take Clomid, I take Femara which is used for the same purpose. I have heard from many others though that Clomid can have some crazy side effects so just beware of those.

I wish you the best of luck! I was able to concieve on my 2nd cycle with an RE but unfortunately suffered a late loss. We are cycling again now and hoping for results soon. So, it's very possible to have luck with PCOS.

tmp-132183625003919 · December 2010

Thanks ladies for the information, it is valuable. AS far as testing goes... I am not sure what the abbreviations stand for... Confused

but my OBGYN said that he isn't going to test my hubby because we have conceived before. My daughter is 2. I was told to call the office on CD1 so that they may schedule an appt for an u/s on CD/11 or 12 to look at my ovaries and check the follicles as I have not been ovulating. Before my OBGYN diagnosed me, I had a complete physical with blood work from my regular doctor and she also thought that I had PCOS but whatever she checked for in the workup was fine. I am assuming though that a RE would do different tests. Could you further explain the tests? What questions should I be asking my healthcare provider. OBGYN did say that we would try this cocktail for 4 months and see if it works. Smile

Again, thanks a lot.. this is all new to me and I appreciate your help.

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