Showing posts with label PIO. Show all posts
Showing posts with label PIO. Show all posts
November 21, 2012
Officially Off Progesterone Shots
Monday I went in to test my progesterone levels at the Dr.'s office and they came back at 45.6 which is great. That was after 4 days of not taking any shots and 1/2 cc for a week prior to that. I was soo happy to be officially done and now I am officially released from the IVF Dr. and can focus on finding a midwife.
I interviewed one midwife and I really liked her personality, philosophies and her emergency plan with back up doctors. I have three more to interview and then I will decide.
I have been feeling less nauseous lately but today I threw up twice soo I am hoping soon we will be done with morning sickness!! 12 Weeks this week oh yeah!!
November 12, 2012
11 Weeks
I am on 1/2 cc of PIO through Wednesday and then I will go and get my progesterone levels retested to make sure I can go completely off of those darn shots!! Mr. Explorer Bud is an excellent shot giver and can find the non lumpy spots which is a big relief at this point when there isn't a lot of non knotted areas to choose from. The nausea is subsiding I think but my sleep schedule is all out of control! I wake up around 1-3 am and then can't fall back asleep until 6 am when I have to get up for work. I have tried taking Unisom and Benadryl which usually knock me out cold but I still wake up regardless!! So I am a bit sleepy but otherwise feeling decent.
November 18, 2010
ER and Fert Report
Yesterday was egg retrieval day. I went in at 9am and they brought me back to the room where they do the ER's, which looked like a hospital. I was completely under for the procedure so I don't remember anything about it, but the whole experience wasn't too bad. I laid in the bed for an hour or so after and then Mr. Sassy Bud drove me home. I spent most of the day sleeping afterward. I am not in much pain today and I am back at work.
The doctor also called with our fert report this morning. We had 28 eggs retrieved yesterday. Out of those 28, 24 were mature, and they fertilized 20!!
We are definitely looking at a 5 day transfer with that many embryos, so I will go back on Monday for the ET. My cycle has gone so well that this has to result in a BFP, right? I'm scared to even think that far in advance.
Tonight I start progesterone shots (PIO) so that should be fun. They are supposed to be the worst of the shots that I have taken so far, but at this point I am not really phased by anything.
I will update after the ET unless I hear any other news on Saturday when they call with an update.
The doctor also called with our fert report this morning. We had 28 eggs retrieved yesterday. Out of those 28, 24 were mature, and they fertilized 20!!
We are definitely looking at a 5 day transfer with that many embryos, so I will go back on Monday for the ET. My cycle has gone so well that this has to result in a BFP, right? I'm scared to even think that far in advance.
Tonight I start progesterone shots (PIO) so that should be fun. They are supposed to be the worst of the shots that I have taken so far, but at this point I am not really phased by anything.
I will update after the ET unless I hear any other news on Saturday when they call with an update.
October 19, 2010
Pre-IVF Appointment
I just got back from the RE where I had my pre-IVF appointment, which consisted of a catheter check/mock transfer, more bloodwork, and injection training. I also got my IVF calendar.
Catheter Check/Mock Transfer
- No one told me this part would hurt!!! I guess I never really asked either, but OUCH. The pain was comparable to my HSG, but the cramping is still going. Basically, the RE puts in the catheter that they use to do the embryo transfer to get an idea of where she is going with it for the real thing. She also used the vag cam, as if I wasn't already uncomfortable enough.
Bloodwork- This was our infectious disease panel. Mr. Sassy Bud got to partake in the blood drawing fun also. Too bad the nurse wouldn't give him the pink bandage like I requested.
Injection Training
- The first three injections I will be taking seemed like no biggie (Lupron, Follistim, & low dose HCG). The post ER drug, on the other hand, NOT fun. PIO- Progesterone in Oil- is painful and the needle is big.
IVF Calendar
- Basically I have one more week of BCP, a few days of Lupron, and then I start my other meds to stimulate my ovaries. Timing wise- I could be PG by Thanksgiving, depending on my response!
I don't have to go back for monitoring until next CD1, which should be about 2 weeks from today.
Catheter Check/Mock Transfer
- No one told me this part would hurt!!! I guess I never really asked either, but OUCH. The pain was comparable to my HSG, but the cramping is still going. Basically, the RE puts in the catheter that they use to do the embryo transfer to get an idea of where she is going with it for the real thing. She also used the vag cam, as if I wasn't already uncomfortable enough.
Bloodwork- This was our infectious disease panel. Mr. Sassy Bud got to partake in the blood drawing fun also. Too bad the nurse wouldn't give him the pink bandage like I requested.
Injection Training
- The first three injections I will be taking seemed like no biggie (Lupron, Follistim, & low dose HCG). The post ER drug, on the other hand, NOT fun. PIO- Progesterone in Oil- is painful and the needle is big.
IVF Calendar
- Basically I have one more week of BCP, a few days of Lupron, and then I start my other meds to stimulate my ovaries. Timing wise- I could be PG by Thanksgiving, depending on my response!
I don't have to go back for monitoring until next CD1, which should be about 2 weeks from today.
June 8, 2010
Miscarriage #3 but Walking by FAITH
Walking by FAITH and not by SIGHT...
Mr. Blessed Bud and I have suffered our 3rd consecutive miscarriage since July 2009. I miscarried all of the products of conception on Sunday night and I was pregnant with a singleton. The bleeding totally stopped Monday afternoon which was a good thing. I am not sad at all I am actually at peace. I believe God has placed us on this journey to test our FAITH and at the end of this journey everything we have gone through will truly make me us appreciate the blessings we are given in life.
We are going to do FET #2 in August and my RE is doing the following:
1. Testing us for Balanced Translocations: In a balanced translocation, a person usually has all the genetic material necessary for normal growth -- a piece of a chromosome is merely broken off and attached to another one. However, when that person's cells divide to create egg or sperm cells for reproduction, the egg or sperm cells can end up with extra genetic material or missing genetic material, which could lead to miscarriage depending on which chromosome and genes are affected.
Mr. Blessed Bud and I talked about this a lot tonight and what we would do if we both carry Balanced Translocations and we do have options. There is IVF w/ PGD, Donor Egg and Donor Sperm. We are going to try and schedule this testing for this Saturday.
2. Switching me from Crinone to PIO, so he can monitor my P4 levels better.
Once again I appreciate all of the support the Bloomin' Babies Family has given it really means a lot ((HUGS)) to all of you.
Until Next Time,
Mr. Blessed Bud and I have suffered our 3rd consecutive miscarriage since July 2009. I miscarried all of the products of conception on Sunday night and I was pregnant with a singleton. The bleeding totally stopped Monday afternoon which was a good thing. I am not sad at all I am actually at peace. I believe God has placed us on this journey to test our FAITH and at the end of this journey everything we have gone through will truly make me us appreciate the blessings we are given in life.
We are going to do FET #2 in August and my RE is doing the following:
1. Testing us for Balanced Translocations: In a balanced translocation, a person usually has all the genetic material necessary for normal growth -- a piece of a chromosome is merely broken off and attached to another one. However, when that person's cells divide to create egg or sperm cells for reproduction, the egg or sperm cells can end up with extra genetic material or missing genetic material, which could lead to miscarriage depending on which chromosome and genes are affected.
Mr. Blessed Bud and I talked about this a lot tonight and what we would do if we both carry Balanced Translocations and we do have options. There is IVF w/ PGD, Donor Egg and Donor Sperm. We are going to try and schedule this testing for this Saturday.
2. Switching me from Crinone to PIO, so he can monitor my P4 levels better.
Once again I appreciate all of the support the Bloomin' Babies Family has given it really means a lot ((HUGS)) to all of you.
Until Next Time,
March 24, 2010
IVF #2: 2 Week Wait Update
Who wants good news?
It's too early for a pregnancy test - so relax you crazies....
I'm 4dp3dt (7dpo) and I did have ONE blood test today. My progesterone level. The embryologist (Dr. S) who "made" my embryos was doing the blood draws today, so I took the opportunity to discuss their fabulosity (or at least 2 out of 3 of them).
She was VERY happy with our embryos. She even took it another step to explain the "compacting" 8 cell to me, and confirm that it did mean that my little embryo was indeed at least 1/2 day ahead in growth and that it was a good sign for continued growth upon transfer.
But for now, let's rewind for a minute to the abysmal cycle #1, shall we?
This time 3 months ago, I was miserable. My progesterone level was 26 and change, and that wasn't high enough for Dr Z, even though I had heard that for a medicated cycle, 25 was acceptable. So, I was started on vag chalk: Endometrin suppositories 3 times a day, in addition to my daily PIO (Progesterone in Oil) injection.
I wasn't pregnant - so it didn't matter.
Today, I got home from my blood draw with a question.
So I went to my infertility gurus (the girls who have gone before me) and asked the question:
I guess the good news I'm alluding to is that right now, there's no vag chalk for me. My progesterone is 44.3!!
That's right - i said 44.3!!
So, the plan for now is just do what i've been doing, and return to the office one week from today for my beta.
As far as symptoms... there are some things i'm desperately trying to not over analyze. Things outside of the 2ww norm for me. One friend tells me that "new" or "different" is good. I'm just going to keep my fingers crossed.
If I get good news again next week, then i'll tell all - but for right now, and the slim possibility I have of NOT sounding crazy, i'm going to keep the symptoms to myself.
All I can do now is continue hoping that the good news keeps coming. I'm VERY hopeful and positive right now. I'm just so scared that I shouldn't feel that way - because last time is still VERY raw in my head. Does that make any sense?
It's too early for a pregnancy test - so relax you crazies....
I'm 4dp3dt (7dpo) and I did have ONE blood test today. My progesterone level. The embryologist (Dr. S) who "made" my embryos was doing the blood draws today, so I took the opportunity to discuss their fabulosity (or at least 2 out of 3 of them).
She was VERY happy with our embryos. She even took it another step to explain the "compacting" 8 cell to me, and confirm that it did mean that my little embryo was indeed at least 1/2 day ahead in growth and that it was a good sign for continued growth upon transfer.
But for now, let's rewind for a minute to the abysmal cycle #1, shall we?
This time 3 months ago, I was miserable. My progesterone level was 26 and change, and that wasn't high enough for Dr Z, even though I had heard that for a medicated cycle, 25 was acceptable. So, I was started on vag chalk: Endometrin suppositories 3 times a day, in addition to my daily PIO (Progesterone in Oil) injection.
I wasn't pregnant - so it didn't matter.
Today, I got home from my blood draw with a question.
So I went to my infertility gurus (the girls who have gone before me) and asked the question:
How significant is the P4 right now? Last cycle it was 26.something at this time, and I wound up on endometrin 3x day in addition to the PIO. But I also wasn't pregnant.
If my P4 isn't up to par, does it mean i'm not pregnant? Or can you have a lowish P4 at this point and still wind up pregnant?
I got a really good answer from one of the girls, and I hope she doesn't mind me quoting her here, because I am sure that some of the girls who follow me might have the same questions.If my P4 isn't up to par, does it mean i'm not pregnant? Or can you have a lowish P4 at this point and still wind up pregnant?
"My RE likes to see P4 above 40 for an IVF cycle. He likes it higher that IUI cycles since the entire IVF process is so unnatural (I hate that word but don't know what else to use). His practice believes that since eggs are not rupturing out of follicles on their own, the chance of your corpus luteum (sp?) producing enough progesterone to signal your body to prepare for pregnancy is slim.
Thus P4 being monitored and supplements being increased if you are not where they like to see you. With that said, my RE told me (b/c he knows I worry about every.little.thing) that he has seem many, many IVF cycles with less than stellar progesterone go on to produce perfectly healthy pregnancies." - LCB34
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Well, that said, Dr Z wanted to see me above 30 last cycle, which explains the supplements he then put me on.Thus P4 being monitored and supplements being increased if you are not where they like to see you. With that said, my RE told me (b/c he knows I worry about every.little.thing) that he has seem many, many IVF cycles with less than stellar progesterone go on to produce perfectly healthy pregnancies." - LCB34
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I guess the good news I'm alluding to is that right now, there's no vag chalk for me. My progesterone is 44.3!!
That's right - i said 44.3!!
So, the plan for now is just do what i've been doing, and return to the office one week from today for my beta.
As far as symptoms... there are some things i'm desperately trying to not over analyze. Things outside of the 2ww norm for me. One friend tells me that "new" or "different" is good. I'm just going to keep my fingers crossed.
If I get good news again next week, then i'll tell all - but for right now, and the slim possibility I have of NOT sounding crazy, i'm going to keep the symptoms to myself.
All I can do now is continue hoping that the good news keeps coming. I'm VERY hopeful and positive right now. I'm just so scared that I shouldn't feel that way - because last time is still VERY raw in my head. Does that make any sense?
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