Community› The Bump Message Boards› Trouble TTC
Trouble TTC
New Discussion

Femvue/SHG

ashtownyeahashtownyeah member
in Trouble TTC
Hey all, I just had my Femvue/SHG this morning. I reviously searched for topics on this type of test on here, but couldn't find any. A Femvue is different from an HSG in that they use a saline/water based fluid rather than dye. Wanted to start a thread in case other ladies are looking for info.

Here was my experience: Doc started by cleaning my cervix with iodine (slightly uncomfortable, sort of like a Pap), he then inserted the catheter into my uterus (this was more uncomfortable, very crampy), and the ultrasound instrument. They then fill the uterus with water (there was some pressure here and more cramping). Next they insert air bubbles into the uterus, and watch them travel up through your tubes on the ultrasound (this part was significantly less cramps than just the water). Doc moved very quickly, but DH and I were able to see the bubbles travel up both of my tubes (both clear! :)). And that's it! Then, ultrasound comes out, then catheter, and then some water also came out. They gave me a heating pad for the cramps, but they went away almost instantly when the catheter was removed. I laid there for about 5-10 minutes after because they said that the saline can cause loss of blood flow and if you sit up too quickly you can pass out or vomit. Yikes! Luckily, neither happened to me. I brought a painty liner and got dressed, and I was on my way!

Overall, it wasn't a pleasant experience, but it wasn't completely awful either. it was done in under 10 minutes, which was great! The most uncomfortable feeling was not being able to "react" to the cramps. I just wanted to pull my knees to my chest! But, obviously i couldn't. loll

If anyone has any additional questions, feel free to send me a PM. Good luck!
Babysizer Geeky Pregnancy Tracker
Report Reply to Post

Re: Femvue/SHG

  • catlover790catlover790 member
    That sounds very interesting, thanks for sharing! I think I have a traditional HSG when I go next week. is there a reason they do this instead? I'm just curious! Glad your results came back positive!
    ***********siggy warning **********



    Me: 26 DH: 27
    TTC #1 Since Aug. 2013
    Cycle 1: O CD 25=bfn
    Cycle 2: O CD 48=bfn
    Cycle 3: Anovulatory/Provera =120 days!
    Cycle 4: Anovulatory/Prometrium=127 days! RE consult 6/16
    Me: Anov/poss. pcos?  HSG=normal/SA= Normal 
    July/Aug. 2014= Femara+trigger+TI=BFP!!
    Beta #1@ 16dpo=626!! Beta #2=1510
    Ultrasound @ 5w6d=heartbeat at 110!
    Ultrasound @ 6w6d =heartbeat at 131!


    Pregnancy Ticker

    image
    Report Reply
  • Loading the player...
  • ashtownyeahashtownyeah member
    @catlover790 I think they're cheaper since they use ultrasound equipment to see if your tubes are open rather than an X-Ray (HSG). I don't think they're as widely available, though.
    Babysizer Geeky Pregnancy Tracker
    Report Reply
  • catlover790catlover790 member
    @ashtownyeah‌ Thanks for the info! I'm glad everything looked good and you DH could be there! I hope this cycle goes well for you! :)
    ***********siggy warning **********



    Me: 26 DH: 27
    TTC #1 Since Aug. 2013
    Cycle 1: O CD 25=bfn
    Cycle 2: O CD 48=bfn
    Cycle 3: Anovulatory/Provera =120 days!
    Cycle 4: Anovulatory/Prometrium=127 days! RE consult 6/16
    Me: Anov/poss. pcos?  HSG=normal/SA= Normal 
    July/Aug. 2014= Femara+trigger+TI=BFP!!
    Beta #1@ 16dpo=626!! Beta #2=1510
    Ultrasound @ 5w6d=heartbeat at 110!
    Ultrasound @ 6w6d =heartbeat at 131!


    Pregnancy Ticker

    image
    Report Reply
  • ashtownyeahashtownyeah member
    @catlover790 thank you! I'm feeling really hopeful about this cycle. :)

    Good luck with your HSG next week! Hope you have an easy experience with good results. FX for you!
    Babysizer Geeky Pregnancy Tracker
    Report Reply
  • sweetsurrender9sweetsurrender9 member
    edited July 2014
    Just in case anyone is interested in FemVue instead of an HSG, check with your insurance company before you ask your RE.  My insurance specifically excludes it as it's classified as "investigational" (so is AMH level, so take that with a grain of salt).  I've had FemVue and an HSG, and FemVue was far more comfortable, but I don't want anyone to end up being charged full price for it.    :D


    image

    image     image

    Me (34): MTHFR, PCOS, Endo, left salpingectomy due to hydrosalpinx, 
    hypothyroidism, low AMH (0.26)/normal FSH/average AFC of 12

    Him (33): No known issues

    November 2013-March 2014: Natural cycles
    April 2014: Clomid 100mg and Ovidrel trigger -- BFN
    May 2014: Clomid 100mg and Ovidrel trigger -- BFN
    July 2014:  IVF class -- Check!
    Holy crap.  Unmedicated BFP 7.22.14.  EDD 4.01.15.
    Best April Fool's Day ever!
    Now on Lovenox, prenatals, Vitamin D,
    Folic Acid, and Synthroid.
    Please be our take home baby.

    Report Reply
This discussion has been closed.
Choose Another Board
Search Boards
"
"