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Comment on 2-day, 3-day or blast transfer? by Eve

Eve — Sun, 06 May 2012 03:29:16 +0000

Ohhh Tracey, it’s so heartbreaking to go from all the hope of a high-yield cycle to the devastation of nothing being available to transfer. I really hope you can find some answers and some luck on your next round, if you are able and wanting to go there. (((hugs)))

Eve

Comment on 2-day, 3-day or blast transfer? by Tracey

Tracey — Sun, 06 May 2012 01:48:20 +0000

We had fresh IVF cycle, were overstimulated and coasted for four days. Despite over 30 folicles doctor only retrieved 3 eggs. We were shocked when all three fertilised and at day three we have 2 x eight cells and one a bit slower at four cells. We were all set to put two back on day three but I was at too high a risk of OHSS so they decided to delay a few days and take the embryos to 5 days blastocysts and see if I was then ready for a fresh transfer and if not the embryos would be frozen. Day 5 arrived, went to the clinic for my scan, was told it might be a possiblity to have one fresh transferred but would wait for the days blood results and check on embryos. We were devastated to learn that none of the embryos had made it. So fresh cycle all finished with absolutely nothing to show for it. We are upset that we didnt insist that at least one of the embryos was frozen at day three.

Comment on What are the main IVF options for poor responders? by Eve

Eve — Thu, 03 May 2012 06:25:59 +0000

It’s an incredibly hard choice at any time, but especially if it’s your last shot. And of course, I can’t offer medical advice, just maybe a few ideas that could be useful as you speak with your specialist about this.

There’s high stim, moderate stim, low stim, and no stim approaches – and mini IVF is one very specific low-stim approach that uses Clomid instead of injectables. Other low stim options involve low-dose injectables, or a mix of Clomid and injectables (again, low dose).

Diane, all I can say is that the women I have talked to over the years who were getting small numbers of eggs with traditional IVF never really did any better if they upped the dose or kept it high. I was also a 3-4 egg gal, and was amazed that I got the same number on low stim. But on Clomid I’d only get 2-3. I guess everyone is different.

Have you posted your question on the Over 40 High FSH board? (see the list of Support BBs on the left) Several opinions may be better than just my limited experience.

What does your dr say, and how much do you trust his/her judgement? Would either option give you more “what if” regrets? These are the things I’d grapple with …

Good luck, and hugs!
Eve

Comment on What are the main IVF options for poor responders? by Diane

Diane — Thu, 03 May 2012 04:52:02 +0000

Hello,
I am 42 and have so many mixed feelings about having Mini Ivf or traditional IVF. I became pregnant with first IVF 5 years ago and miscarried at 8 weeks.We have been trying for 9 yrs. When I went through IVF I did not produce eggs with Bravelle and only 4 with Gonal 5. I am confused which route to go thid will be last try my hubby has low motility.Thanks.

Comment on Choosing a good acupuncturist by Janelle

Janelle — Wed, 02 May 2012 00:36:30 +0000

I used Georgia Bryant in Christchurch. Went to her after several failed IVF implants and then working with her last chance twin girls that are now 9 months old. She is awesome listens and makes you feel so relaxed and really knows her stuff. I would recommend her to anyone for anything. She is amazing I think she is truly amazing ,magic in fact. After 6 years of trying it was so easy!

Comment on I’ve got high FSH/low AMH … what does it mean? by Eve

Eve — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 18:31:54 +0000

Hi Nirjosh and Sailaja,

This isn’t a place to get medical advice, but the short answer is that yes, there is a chance to get pregnant with high FSH; I know many women who have. However it isn’t easy, depending on your age. The main thing is to make sure you don’t stop investigating causes of infertility as soon as you find the high FSH. In my case I had two other things going on that were fixable, and if I hadn’t addressed them we never would have succeeded.

Hugs and good luck!
Eve

Comment on I’ve got high FSH/low AMH … what does it mean? by sailaja

sailaja — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 11:31:48 +0000

Hi, I am with High FSH and low AMH, i am 34 yrs old..pls confirm is there any chance of conceiving with out going for IVF…Pls help i am very stressed out thinking about it

Comment on What are the main IVF options for poor responders? by Kim

Kim — Sat, 03 Mar 2012 14:48:21 +0000

Hi Eve! I sent you an email but wondering if you could respond today or soon! I did estrogen priming with 2mg estrace from 2dpo to the day before my cycle start, but my day 2 FSH is 15.7 still. The day 2 ultrasound shows 5 follicles, with one on the right a 7.8mm. So the one has just a slight head start but not by much. My RE planned and wants to do 225iu FSH starting out and throughout my cycle. I’m worried about stimming fast. What are your thoughts on starting meds with starting FSH a little higher? I know your successful protocol, you were to have FSH less than 11. Any thoughts on whether to go with this cycle or cancel now and wait until next month to see what my FSH day 2 is? I’m 43.75, so time is wasting away and feel I have one last shot at IVF/ZIFT since that is what my husband and I agreed to. My doctor is thinking we could do another round if this one is not good. I want to do just one more round and end this journey. Any advice would be appreciated as I should make my decision today on day 3, and I did take my meds last night to give myself options. Thanks! Kim

Comment on I’ve got high FSH/low AMH … what does it mean? by Nirjosh

Nirjosh — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 10:06:35 +0000

My AMH value is 9.98.
FSH is 8.71, LH 10.71, Estradiol is 38.89 and Progestrone is .038.

With above mentioned hormone levels i started for IVF treatment (3rd) but after 10th day my doctor said she can not do IVF with less follicle. So i had my IUI done but still couldnt get pregnant.
Pls suggest.

Comment on Choosing a good acupuncturist by Jane

Jane — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 04:31:34 +0000

I used David Craddock at ponsonby acupuncture clinic, he’s the go to guy for fertility in Auckland. Out of my 4 IVF’s he knew exactly which ones I got pregnant on and which I didn’t. We called him magic needles.