| Posted By |
Message |
| Pages: 1 [2] 3 |
leighla
Support Cancer Research
Member since 5/05 16353 total posts
Name:
Lauren
|
Re: An update on me...
Posted by QuoteTheRaven424
thanks all
we're not stupid
we're not gonna spend thousands of dollars and commit all of this time, until we ask the questions and do the tests to find out why the chemicals keep happening.
no one is telling us anything we didn't already think of - we have a list of questions three pages long.
No one thinks you guys are stupid.
Just making sure your bases are covered.
I would rather hear stuff I already know on the off chance that someone thinks of something I didn't, you know?
Just lending support. 
|
Posted 3/6/07 10:43 AM  |
| |
|
Long Island Weddings
Long Island's Largest Bridal Resource |
boosh1002
We like hanging together!
Member since 5/05 5475 total posts
Name:
Mommy to twins
|
Re: An update on me...
Posted by karacg
I only miscarried once but my RE had me do a whole battery of immunological testing. Turned out I have MTHFR -which may or may not have been the reason I miscarried. But they put me on Lovenox in order to prevent the clotting, and THAT IVF was the one that worked...
I wish you success in whatever you decide to do, we are all here for support.
Thanks Kara, question but what is MTHFR?
|
| Posted 3/6/07 10:49 AM |
| |
|
boosh1002
We like hanging together!
Member since 5/05 5475 total posts
Name:
Mommy to twins
|
Re: An update on me...
Posted by leighla
Posted by QuoteTheRaven424
]
No one thinks you guys are stupid.
Just making sure your bases are covered.
I would rather hear stuff I already know on the off chance that someone thinks of something I didn't, you know?
Just lending support.
Thank you calendargirl and Lauren. Yes this can be frustrating but I am grateful for all this information!!
|
| Posted 3/6/07 10:54 AM |
| |
|
juju
Welcome to the World!
Member since 5/05 6747 total posts
Name:
|
Re: An update on me...
 So sorry!
|
| Posted 3/6/07 10:55 AM |
| |
|
Gertyrae
Peace out Homies!
Member since 5/05 20046 total posts
Name:
Gerty ®
|
Re: An update on me...
I am so sorry you had to go through this again. I also agree with Kara, Donna and Leighla. My Dr. told me that if this IVF cycle doesn't work, he's sending me for immunological testing and also a water sono to make sure there are no problems with my uterus that may prevent the embryo from implanting.
There are a million different things going on and the only way to find out most of this stuff is by asking questions or reading about other peoples issues. When I think back to what I knew a year ago as opposed to what I know now - it's astounding. And I still don't know everything...the thing about the chromosones and the eggs is totally new to me.
|
| Posted 3/6/07 11:05 AM |
| |
|
LaurenExp
Waiting patiently for baby sis
Member since 8/06 11613 total posts
Name:
L-Diddy EDD 11/11/11 :)
|
Re: An update on me...
And I just wanted to let you know about my balanced translocation because I got it from my mom, who had a lot of miscarriages, and I have it and gave it to my son that passed away. No one EVER thought of testing me for it. And its not something they would normally test for. But it's a good question to ask, anyway.
|
| Posted 3/6/07 11:20 AM |
| |
|
Ambersmom
Straight up nasty
Member since 5/05 7740 total posts
Name:
Sharon
|
Re: An update on me...
I was hoping the outcome would be a happy one when I saw you post But I will keep you both in my prayers and hope that the steps you are taking will bring the miracle you both want   
|
| Posted 3/6/07 11:44 AM |
| |
|
karacg
Babygirl is 4!
Member since 5/05 17076 total posts
Name:
Kara®
|
Re: An update on me...
Posted by boosh1002
Thanks Kara, question but what is MTHFR?
Basically it's a genetic predisposition to having clotting issues -- which can cause miscarriage.
Here's a great link, but Melijane has a ton of info on this too.
If you look on the pregnancy board there are quite a few women who are on Lovenox (a blood thinner used to treat MTHFR) - so it isn't so rare, but a lot of REs even don't test for it...
MTHFR
|
| Posted 3/6/07 12:18 PM |
| |
|
CAT215
The Merlster
Member since 10/06 2540 total posts
Name:
Cathie
|
Re: An update on me...
Aww I'm so sorry for you both. You are very brave, that must have been a horrid weekend for you.
Good luck with your IVF. Did Dr. Chu say anything more about the cyst?
If you need any info on the grant just ask. DH & I are starting our 2nd (& last) cycle on the grant at the end of this month.
Thinking about you
Message edited 3/6/2007 12:36:17 PM.
|
| Posted 3/6/07 12:34 PM |
| |
|
rose825
Best Friends
Member since 6/05 10228 total posts
Name:
|
Re: An update on me...
First . I cant add anything that hasnt been said already but I do think it is important to explore why they arent sticking before making the financial and emotional investment in IVF.
That is sort of where I am right now. I dont want to do another treatment until I feel comfortable knowing I have explored every possibility (to the best I personally can). Sometimes its hard to fight the urge to try again because I am just so eager, but know it is better to wait.
When you go to your IVF consult will be an excellent opportunity to ask these questions.
This board has been very helpful to me in coming up with questions to ask, I know sometimes I feel like saying yeah I know that already, but sometimes it is something I havent thought of.
Good luck to you both!
|
| Posted 3/6/07 12:47 PM |
| |
|
DRMom
Two in Blue
Member since 5/05 20223 total posts
Name:
Melissa
|
Re: An update on me...
Posted by leighla
Posted by QuoteTheRaven424
thanks all
we're not stupid
we're not gonna spend thousands of dollars and commit all of this time, until we ask the questions and do the tests to find out why the chemicals keep happening.
no one is telling us anything we didn't already think of - we have a list of questions three pages long.
No one thinks you guys are stupid.
Just making sure your bases are covered.
I would rather hear stuff I already know on the off chance that someone thinks of something I didn't, you know?
Just lending support.
I agree
Here is some info from the Yahoo Immunology Board
The indications are as follows:
(a) Two miscarriages or two IVF or GIFT failures after age 35 or three miscarriages or IVF or GIFT failure before age 35,
(b) poor egg production from a stimulated cycle (less than 6 eggs),
(c) one blighted ovum,
(d) idiopathic infertility,
(e) previous immune problems (ANA positive, rheumatoid arthritis, and/or lupus),
(f) previous pregnancies that have shown retarded fetal growth, and
(g) one living child and repeat miscarriages while attempting to have a second child.
For additional risk factor information, you may want to visit the Autoimmune Superchecklist:
Link
Also-no flames please! It would seriously concern me that an RE would say she knows your eggs are good because of your age?! Do a search for Premature Ovarian Failure-there are girls that are 22 that have this! I assume she tested your fsh levels? that is one indicator(although that has come under some scrutiny as well) As Lauren said there could also be chromosomal issues which I assume you've been tested for.
My lesson learned from my journey is to be SO OBNOXIOUSLY proactive that I am annoying! Take from that what you will. Everyone must choose their own path. Good luck to you and I hope you get a BFP out of this.
|
| Posted 3/6/07 12:49 PM |
| |
|
saraH
happy birthday sweet kate!
Member since 5/05 16555 total posts
Name:
I know that God exsists, I held her in my arms...
|
Re: An update on me...
I'm sorry it didn't work out for you two this time. and i think your attitudes are incredible.
i wish you nothing but success with the IVF.
|
| Posted 3/6/07 12:52 PM |
| |
|
DRMom
Two in Blue
Member since 5/05 20223 total posts
Name:
Melissa
|
Re: An update on me...
Posted by karacg
Posted by boosh1002
Thanks Kara, question but what is MTHFR?
Basically it's a genetic predisposition to having clotting issues -- which can cause miscarriage.
Here's a great link, but Melijane has a ton of info on this too.
If you look on the pregnancy board there are quite a few women who are on Lovenox (a blood thinner used to treat MTHFR) - so it isn't so rare, but a lot of REs even don't test for it...
MTHFR
Kara is right. In addition MTHFR changes the way your bosy processes folic acid so you need to take a special form of folic acid and in great amounts added with B vitamins(my scrip is called Mtanx, there is also Folgard) along with a blood thinner from 1 dpo
|
| Posted 3/6/07 1:04 PM |
| |
|
-Laurie-
Hi!
Member since 5/05 2536 total posts
Name:
|
Re: An update on me...
I'm sorry to hear, I have a problem with recurrent miscarriages and chemicals and have been told IUI and IVF wouldn't work for us but after two chemicals I did have my son and now four miscarriages later we are still trying and praying for another miracle later on this month since they can't find any reason for them.
I wish a miracle baby for you guys as well!
|
| Posted 3/6/07 1:44 PM |
| |
|
Rycois
Blessed with 2blue/2pink
Member since 12/05 13341 total posts
Name:
J
|
Re: An update on me...
Just wanted to send you both & and the best of luck for the next step!!
|
| Posted 3/6/07 4:55 PM |
| |
|
MrsRbk
<3 <3 <3 <3
Member since 1/06 19197 total posts
Name:
Michelle
|
Re: An update on me...
I tend to lurk here... but I've been checking in for an update on you. I'm sorry for what you went and are going through.
I hope the next step gets that sticky BFP!
|
| Posted 3/6/07 5:23 PM |
| |
|
LisaW
Time for me to FLY!
Member since 5/05 13199 total posts
Name:
Did I ever tell you that I hate people?
|
Re: An update on me...
|
| Posted 3/6/07 5:24 PM |
| |
|
Jenziba
?
Member since 5/05 6265 total posts
Name:
Jennifer
|
Re: An update on me...
So sorry...
|
| Posted 3/6/07 7:14 PM |
| |
|
LIBOUND
Texting king
Member since 10/05 5289 total posts
Name:
Suzy
|
Re: An update on me...
I agree with the other poster about your incredible attitudes.
I have no answer, no advice, nothing that will help you make a decision, but I can offer many, many prayers to both yourself, your dh, and others in this situation....including myself.
|
| Posted 3/6/07 7:29 PM |
| |
|
CkGm
They get so big, so fast :(
Member since 5/05 13848 total posts
Name:
Christine
|
Re: An update on me...
What a roller coaster- I am so sorry it wasn't a different outcome.
|
| Posted 3/7/07 11:20 AM |
| |
|
Marcie
Complete Happiness :)
Member since 5/05 27789 total posts
Name:
LOVE being a Mommy!
|
Re: An update on me...
I am confident that IVF will work for you guys
|
| Posted 3/7/07 12:39 PM |
| |
|
skygirl
Our prayers were answered:)
Member since 6/05 4919 total posts
Name:
Erica
|
Re: An update on me...
I am very sorry the outcome of your update.
I am hoping that you will have better news to post SOON as you continue your journey.
Message edited 3/7/2007 12:50:45 PM.
|
| Posted 3/7/07 12:50 PM |
| |
|
QuoteTheRaven424
22 Months?!!!!
Member since 5/05 13659 total posts
Name:
And If That Isn't A True Blue Miracle
|
Re: An update on me...
Posted by Marcie
I am confident that IVF will work for you guys
thanks
that's how we feel
i apologize if some of my comments were blunt yesterday
i am a hot-headed irishman 
and yes, everyone made good points that there indeed may be a reason why we keep having chemicals. IVF wouldn't be the answer in that case. We will exhaust all scenarios before we proceed.
But, the word "can't" isn't in our vocabulary - so when we read that something may not work - we get a little heated.
In the end, we will have a child. If we do everything we can and she still can't get PG or keep a PG, that means that God's telling us, "my world is overcrowded, and I need you to raise one of my children that otherwise wouldn't be in the best situation"
We'll have a kid - just a matter of time
|
| Posted 3/7/07 1:01 PM |
| |
|
Marcie
Complete Happiness :)
Member since 5/05 27789 total posts
Name:
LOVE being a Mommy!
|
Re: An update on me...
Posted by QuoteTheRaven424
thanks
that's how we feel
i apologize if some of my comments were blunt yesterday
i am a hot-headed irishman
and yes, everyone made good points that there indeed may be a reason why we keep having chemicals. IVF wouldn't be the answer in that case. We will exhaust all scenarios before we proceed.
But, the word "can't" isn't in our vocabulary - so when we read that something may not work - we get a little heated.
In the end, we will have a child. If we do everything we can and she still can't get PG or keep a PG, that means that God's telling us, "my world is overcrowded, and I need you to raise one of my children that otherwise wouldn't be in the best situation"
We'll have a kid - just a matter of time
Let me just say I love your (and Christine's) outlook on things.
Very positive!! I LOVE it!
|
| Posted 3/7/07 1:12 PM |
| |
|
boosh1002
We like hanging together!
Member since 5/05 5475 total posts
Name:
Mommy to twins
|
Re: An update on me...
Let me just say I love your (and Christine's) outlook on things.
Very positive!! I LOVE it!
WE love you too!!!
|
| Posted 3/7/07 1:41 PM |
| |
|
| Pages: 1 [2] 3 |
