Ugh, I have no idea. I have lost count on what mile we are on. I have given myself three follistem injections and I am sick! I have a headache, my ovaries hurt, and I want to puke! I am good if I am laying down but once I sit up or walk around, I get a bit dizzy at times as well. I have cut my lupron dose down to half.
I know all of these side effects are normal, but because I have PCOS, my change of getting OHSS is higher. I go to the doctor tomorrow to see how the eggies are doing and see what the next step is. It will probably be to continue on for a couple more days and then get checked again. My ovaries are typically slower on the meds than other woman. It takes me a few more days to get where I should be. I am hoping that due to the way I feel, the meds are working.
It becomes more real everyday. I mean, hubby and I know what we are doing, but it does not seem real until you actually go through the steps. The what if's are starting to come up. What if I do get OHSS and my transfer is canceled. What if it does not work...that is the one that hurts the most. How will I react if it does not work? How will I find the strength to do this again? I realize that not all women have a baby after one round of IVF. But, some do. You never know where you will fall into place.
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I've been following your story and wanted to wish you the best of luck. Try to stay in the moment and get through it day to day. It's so hard not to worry I know. Gearing up for my second IUI this week...small potatoes compared to your month!
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Jen, I am thinking about you!! I had OHSS both times and it wasn't so bad. Just drink plenty, and I mean plenty of water while you are on stims - like right now!! It will help with the headaches and side-effects too. Take care of yourself in the meantime and I hope you get a good result from your doctors!! xoxo
ReplyDeleteThank you Bella! And thank you Lizzy! Ugh, it is getting tougher!
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