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sunshine0225 · April 2011

I'm new to the Bump....my hubby and I have been trying to concieve for a little over a year and a friend (who just delivered a beautiful baby girl) recommended this site. Sometimes it feels like I'm the last one in my little part of the world still trying to get pregnant, so I'm trying to think happy thoughts and not stress too much. Anyway, nice to meet you all and I look forward to learning new tips and tricks, and hopefully sharing happy BFP news with you someday soon!

Paradise julia

Dr.Loretta · April 2011

Welcome!

Have you seen a specialist?

PinkyRae44 · April 2011

hello! I am also new & trying to conceive! I hope it works out for you because it is stressful & heartbreaking.

sunshine0225 · April 2011

I just went for a follow-up exam yesterday with my regular OB/GYN, but I haven't seen a specialist yet. I was prescribed lab tests for hormone levels and instructed to take Serophene (Clomid) at the beginning of my next cycle because she fears I may have unreliable ovulation since my regular cycle is 32 days or longer. Home ovulations tests have indicated that I ovulate around Day 20 but some months I didn't get a positive. The plan is to take the Serophene and test for ovulation, then go back for lab tests again post-ovulation. After that we will discuss posisble next steps...Also my DH is getting his swimmers tested next week.

Has anyone taken Serophene or Clomid, or followed this type of investigation for infertility? Confused

Thanks!

sunshine0225 · April 2011

PinkyRae, it's nice to meet you. I was hoping to meet some new friends on this board who are also trying. How long have you been trying?

Dr.Loretta · April 2011

calisunshine0225:

I was prescribed lab tests for hormone levels and instructed to take Serophene (Clomid) at the beginning of my next cycle because she fears I may have unreliable ovulation since my regular cycle is 32 days or longer. Home ovulations tests have indicated that I ovulate around Day 20 but some months I didn't get a positive. The plan is to take the Serophene and test for ovulation, then go back for lab tests again post-ovulation. After that we will discuss posisble next steps...Also my DH is getting his swimmers tested next week.

Has anyone taken Serophene or Clomid, or followed this type of investigation for infertility?

Thanks!

I strongly, strongly urge you to either see a specialist or push for more testing before going the Clomid route. You could have undiagnosed hormonal issues, or blocked tubes (and Clomid won't do a thing for that) that need to be addressed before your ob/gyn pushes Clomid on you. And you definitely should have your DH get an SA before you even start meds.

Clomid, as with any other drug, has side effects. Some people hyperrespond to it. For others, it can thin their uterine lining and prevent implantation. There are visual side effects you can get as well. You should be monitored on it for at least a cycle to see how you're responding and if your lining is OK.

I don't want to scare you, but it pisses me off when ob/gyns, who don't necessarily have a lot of IF experience, run a few incomplete tests and throw Clomid out like it's candy.

Just my 2c. GL

Serendipitie · April 2011

Get thee to an RE ASAP for a full work up on you and your H before even considering taking a drug. When I say full workup, I mean hormone tests on CD3 ad CD21 (or 7DPO), sperm analysis, HSG at the minimum. If the RE decides Clomid is the way to go, please make sure they are monitoring you during the Clomid cycle so you don't end up with a thin lining, cysts or an unusually high number of follicles! Do you chart? Do you know if you are ovulating? Good luck with everything

ClaraEarlene · April 2011

Welcome! Don't forget to introduce yourself on the other boards, too, before you start posting. It's just a courtesy.

sunshine0225 · April 2011

My usual OB was out on maternity leave (the irony!) so I was sent to a temporary/new doc, and I thought it strange to be prescribed a drug so quickly. I asked what the side effects/risks were, and he said "there's a small percentage of mulitple births." I was instructed to get the hormone tests post-ovulation, but no other monitoring was discussed. 5 minutes and I was out the door. Sad

I did have an HSG about 7 years ago (previous marriage) and it was fine. I tried to conceive for 2 years back then with no luck. HDG is such an unpleasant procedure, I'd hate to have to do it again.... Thanks for your feedback... I think I'll try to get a referral for a specialist.

sunshine0225 · April 2011

Thanks! I just introduced myself on TTGP. Looks like TTTC will be my next stop after I spend a bit more time on this site. I am new to message boards and didn't realize there is so much posting ettiquette to learn. Wink

Dr.Loretta · April 2011

calisunshine0225:

I did have an HSG about 7 years ago (previous marriage) and it was fine. I tried to conceive for 2 years back then with no luck. HDG is such an unpleasant procedure, I'd hate to have to do it again.... Thanks for your feedback... I think I'll try to get a referral for a specialist.

You will likely need a new one, and potentially an SHG as well. They've come along way in the last few years, and you may have a better experience this time out.

I also wanted to add that Oing on CD20 and having a 32-day cycle isn't that out of the range of normal. Not everyone has a 28-day cycle and ovulate on Day 14.

If you haven't checked out Taking Charge of Your Fertility or fertilityfriend.com, I highy recommend.

GL

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