Today was the first sonogram since I started the Gonal-F. I had 12 follicles in my right ovary and 6 in my left. They were all little guys with the largest being 6.5 cm but they said it looked great! The sonographer always says that my left ovary sits really far to the left so I always have to press really hard and hold my breath when she looks for it. It is not really fun and since I am pressing down where I have been giving myself shots, it was extra uncomfortable today. I just keep telling myself, "This is for you, Baby" haha. I know it sounds stupid, but I think it helps. They did some blood work and called back today and said to keep doing the 225 ml. I did 300 Sunday and Monday and 225 starting yesterday. I go in again on Friday and they will see how quickly they follicles are growing. I am on day 4 of the cycle (I started the stimulation meds on Sunday) and they said the retrieval is usually between days 9-13. That means it could be as early as Monday but probably later next week! It all depends on how I react to the medicines. I'm not feeling any side effects from the medication except for some hot flashes and headaches. The hot flashes are usually pretty fast but the headaches can last for hours. Other than that, I'm pretty lucky.
We asked them when we bring in D's sample and they said he collects while I am in the retrieval! What a crazy time but that is when it has to be done. This is so nerve wracking, I'm sure especially for him but we're just trying to stay positive.
I just have to say how much I love my fertility clinic. I always have the same sonographer, there are 3 nurses that I deal with and they all know exactly what is going on and what to do. My doctor is so knowledgeable and understanding. I feel so comfortable when I am there.
For some reason, I always cry as we are leaving the clinic. I think it is because I really can't believe that I am going through this. I can't believe that I am doing IVF! It's just crazy to me but it will hopefully all be worth it.
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