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Post by angelicadawn on Feb 25, 2011 2:29:14 GMT -5
We're going for number 2 and we're on day 6 and a hefty dose of clomiphene with shots and ultra obtrusive ultrasounds nothing ultra about it...Here we go again...
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Post by orchidlily2222 on Jun 9, 2011 13:24:44 GMT -5
Hi All, I am feeling a bit low. Third cycle after my 3rd lap (where they opened my blocked tube and got rid of the cysts in both ovaries) and so far no luck in the baby department and my periods have been unbearable, like they didn't skip a beat. It feels a bit like insult to injury and although I know it's still early in the game I also know that I was so motivated by this last lap, that it was going to fix everything up and put me in prime shape, and if there was ever a time I could get pregnant it would be now...and another cycle, more pain, exhausted and medded up and I just feel pretty broken . I guess I just needed to air those feelings somewhere they might be understood. My DH is a great person but inside and out he just doesn't get it.
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Post by pretty on Jun 9, 2011 14:11:31 GMT -5
I feel you, going through the exact same thing, had a really great excision surgery in october, was also hoping to concieve by now, I basically feel EXACTLY like you do. You are not alone. I just had an ultrasound about an hour ago after cramping last week and a second period in two weeks, and boy if that darn ovary isn't back to her old tricks! gonna have to come out. anyhow sounds like we're in same boat and please keep posting we can share and feel a bit better to have a partner in crime hang in there honey!
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Post by orchidlily2222 on Jun 9, 2011 17:22:39 GMT -5
Thank you for sharing pretty! It definitely feels better to have someone else who can relate. Sometimes you just need to vent out the sadness--I know there are possibilities on the horizon but it is hard when you battle with endo and the way it gain exhaust you body, mind, and spirit...some days there is just nothing left for "the up site" . It's one o' those days. Definitely keep me posted on your progression. I am so sorry they have to take your ovary out--I know that and my tube damage is bound to get there sometime soon--one of these cysts will be too large, endo/scar tissue blockages will be too much. It's definitely good to have this community for the hard days.
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Post by pretty on Jun 9, 2011 17:32:49 GMT -5
tell youwhat, I can't really believe how relieved I was NOT to be pregnant under these conditions. No matter what if I do get pregnant I want it to be safe and predictable. I was pretty worried that it would be tubal or that it was some other unexplained 'new' pain. Knowing it's that troublesome ovary actually kind of made sense, it's what I felt and what my intuition was saying too, but we know how when you're TTC you have all these extra hopes and worries interfering with your common sense lol... anyhow I do feel like if it is gonna give me pain and suffering, and interfere with whatever chance I have yet, it needs to come out and fast so my other ovary can get to WORK! Lol. So although this is a rough day ( I now have anothe r surgery coming up, yay) it's also a clear headed day if you know what i mean.
Rock on Lily! we'll get there...
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Post by orchidlily2222 on Jun 9, 2011 20:16:03 GMT -5
I do know what you mean. That is what happened before my surgery in March. In Dec it was our first month ttc and I had this potential Chemical Pregnancy or huge cyst rupture (still not sure what it was) and although it was frustrating and it took going through 3 doctors to get someone to rule out all the issues I knew something was wrong and was glad that I didn't get pregnant in a hostile environment ...after the usual endo struggle of "no really I feel like something is not ok" I found out from a RE that my tube was blocked and engorged on one side and cysts were in both ovaries--so I am definitely glad, even though it took thru March, that I got that sorted and I know I am starting again with a clean slate! Although, given all that I am a bit defeated after cleaning the slate to be in June and still no BFP . But I am trying patience and calm...trying . Good spirit pretty! I am going to try to have more of that .
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Post by cloudyrain on Jun 23, 2011 15:28:38 GMT -5
I'm adding myself to this list as a bit of a psychological boost. I have been wanting to actively ttc for over a year (actually, it's nearly 2 now) and was waiting to sort my health problems out first. However, with the long amount of time it's taking me even to get a diagnosis, Im fully on board with it now. It hurst to have sex, but i'm just going to grin and bare it. I have started temping to try and show me when I'm ovulating, and am going to make some good diet changes, and mentally think "yes, I'm trying to conceive".
Sending my love to all the other ladies out there trying and fighting for what they deserve; a happy healthy life xxx
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Post by Karen on Jun 23, 2011 20:34:25 GMT -5
Sending you thoughts of a sperm and egg uniting!
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Post by JC on Jun 24, 2011 5:39:09 GMT -5
I wish you the best of luck! I'm sorry it has been such a struggle. I feel so bad for you ladies that are trying to conceive. It's nice to be able to come here and talk about it though!
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Post by italialynn on Jun 24, 2011 14:01:34 GMT -5
Best of luck!!! It can be a long and agonizing road, but I'm proof it can be done. If you do anything, I *highly* recommend getting ovulation strips (LH indicators). You can find them on ebay for like 40-50 for $10. I got pregnant my first cycle off my last surgery by using these. They're great to use along with temping...although if temping becomes too much of a hassle, using the strips alone can tell you when you're having an LH surge and thus potentially ovulating within 24 hours. Good luck!!!!!
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Post by cloudyrain on Jun 29, 2011 17:10:06 GMT -5
Thanks for the good luck ladies!
I have now added a saliva microscope to the baby making kit, and some ovulation sticks - though I am going to get some of those strips you mention Italialynn, they are a lot cheaper than the sticks. The temping is going ok, and going to chart the readings when this cycle ends. It's weird, but doing all this proactive stuff actually makes me feel less stressed about conceiving than I was before I admitted I was trying. I think it's a bit like an addiction - admitting it is the hardest, and most productive, first step.
Good luck to all the other ladies, let's hope someone catches soon to give us all a bit of a boost!xxx
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Post by Karen on Jun 29, 2011 17:28:12 GMT -5
It's weird, but doing all this proactive stuff actually makes me feel less stressed about conceiving than I was before I admitted I was trying. For some women, it appears to be the other way around. But, it's kind of nice to take some of the mystery out of it and figure out what the hell YOUR body is doing each month. All that info can only help you narrow down what's going on and better yet, how to help it along so your body can get preggers. Good luck!
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Post by cloudyrain on Jun 30, 2011 14:44:03 GMT -5
Oh, and Karen, you will be pleased to know I have also purchased a copy of the Taking Charge of Your Fertility! Very excited for it's arrival in the post!x
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Post by Karen on Jun 30, 2011 14:50:11 GMT -5
you'll learn so much!
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Post by cloudyrain on Jul 6, 2011 14:28:20 GMT -5
Oh my gosh - Karen, you are so right! Got in from work today to find my TCOYF book had arrived. This is the first time I have put it down, and only so I could tell you how excited I am! I'm not that far in yet as I keep flipping to over pages and reading different bits, and then re-reading things. Im constantly going "that's so right!".
For any other TTC ladies out there I can highly recommend the book - just reading for 2hours and I already feel so much more hopeful!xxxx
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