My update if you are interested....looooong

Ginger71 · June 2011

So, I haven't really mentioned this but I had a consult scheduled with Dr. K at CNY today. I wanted to talk about DE, donor embryos and possibly using my OE 1 more time.

It went a little better than I thought.....we are really leaning toward DE but I'm not sure we would go there since their guarantee program is way out of reach $45k in 6 cycles. If I know one thing, I know I cannot go through this mentally 6 more times!

So, he really gave us the choice about my OE...only about a 10% shot as opposed to 50% with DE. He wasn't leaning either way. He seemed to have quite a few ideas that none of the other REs ever suggested. Which makes the argument for never giving up and keep having consults at different places if you have it in you to keep going. Fresh eyes are always good.

So, here's the plan:

1. Get a lap/hysteroscopy. I do have stomach issues and endo symptoms but it has never been investigated....probably because of the Crohn's.

2. Once we get the lap results, we'll move forward based on the findings (lupron depot or intralipids...I'm not sure which would treat it-he talked about a lot of things. We won't discuss until we get the results)

3. He is putting DH on clomid and HCG shots to maximize his sperm.

4. He will probably do EPP with antagonist protocol which has been the best for egg count in the past.

So...this is my Hail Mary. We decided to move straight to DE if this doesn't work.... maybe with CNY, maybe not. We are looking at cycling with our eggs and sperm in Aug or Sept. depending on lap and treatment.

He is super positive and a little new agey but he does have such great energy. He suggested all kinds of other stuff like mayan massage and going to the support group. He also supports acupuncture and the chinese herbs I am taking. He is big on attitude and energy and I think I need a cheerleader if I am going to do this again.

I also loved my nurse...she knows my friend IRL who is one of our SAIFers and I felt an instant connection with her.

I hate to get my hopes up but between this and my new acupuncturist (who studied with the man who basically cured my friend's cancer) I have this weird feeling that I am where I am supposed to be. I think Dr. K even won my hubby over and he was pretty much done with everything.

Thanks for all the well wishes and support. I felt like you girls were all with me at the appt. (In spirit...how awkward if you had been in the exam room..... Stick out tongue )

Edwina.McDunnough · June 2011

This sounds like a wonderful plan. I am so happy that you are moving forward and have a few options lined up.

Good luck and l hope to be lucky enough to be buddies with you this fall!!!!

xoxo

Bella2u07 · June 2011

I LOVE Dr. K!!!! I will see him tomorrow for my ER.

I am so glad he gave you some fresh ideas and that you and your Dh feel good about what he had to offer. You are in my thoughts!!!!

If you want to talk more about CNY, Dr. K, etc... Let me know.

babystinkbreath · June 2011

that is a lot of info, but sounds like a great plan. and whats even better is that you sound like you are happy with it, and that is the most important thing. Good luck moving forward.

Tanya+Da · June 2011

I loved this update!!! Especially the 'where I am supposed to be" part. I hope everything and everyone is aligned and this new found energy will bring you your take home baby.

Delta04 · June 2011

It is so nice when you have a good solid plan and feel good about the RE. I wish you much luck and pray this is the cycle for you. It appears we may be cycling around the same time!

abvernon · June 2011

sounds like a great plan! Good luck!

patchen30 · June 2011

This sounds very positive! A fresh set of eyes is always nice. I like that he's into complimentary medicine - who knows if it can be the magic bullet, but it def doesn't hurt - if for no other reason than taking care of yourself makes you feel better. Great that he's positive.

I'm surprised they never did a lap on you at Cornell btw - that seems to be their M.O. after a couple IVFs.

Keep us updated!

labbylover03 · June 2011

It's always good when you leave an appt feeling good about your next steps! Best of luck as you move forward!!!

madelyn07 · June 2011

Sounds like things are moving along well! Hopefully your hail mary will work out like we see happen so often around here!

koyn · June 2011

I glad you had such a great appointment. It is nice to have a fresh set of eyes on the situation. The best is that you have a few options there. I hope this is it for you. Keep us posted.

DeputiesWife · June 2011

it sounds like a WONDERFUL plan!

you sound so positive and happy and that is awesome!

I am glad that your H is on board with everything and that your doctor is 'new agey!'

good luck

etoyama · June 2011

Wow, sounds like a good consult! I'm glad you liked Dr. K. He's the guy that got me pregnant

I agree he's a little new age-y but I found his bedside manner really refreshing. I am wishing you tons upon tons of luck!!

abbe19 · June 2011

That is great Ginger! So happy you have a fresh outlook on things! I have heard so many wonderful things about CNY.

And now I am picturing us all huddled around you in the exam room. Hee hee.

mm29 · June 2011

Sounds like and amazing plan!

GL with your upcoming cycle

vanessagorc · June 2011

It sounds like a good plan G!!! I'm trilled u both liked him!

GL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

MBfromBMC · June 2011

That sounds like a great plan. I am so glad to hear that it went well and that the new RE has some new ideas!

GL with this round and I really hope that this new doc is exactly what you guys needed!

emca · June 2011

Sounds like a great plan! Best of luck with everything. :-)

LaneCA · June 2011

what a great update :-) It does sound like you are w/ the people you are supposed to be with. Having a laparoscopy was definitely invaluable for me -- I always suspected endo, and they did find that, as well as tons of adhesions from a possible infection (acute appendicitis). My quality of life was better after the procedure.

T+Ps for a great cycle come this fall!!?