TREATMENT Community Thread - Thu Oct 15 AM

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[u/Skycrocker]

I'm pretty new to this process but am currently entering my first medicated cycle. Prolactin and DHEAS were elevated so I've been prescribed dexamethasone and cabergoline. I also have a VERY short luteal phase (like 6-8 days) so I've started a low dose of Clomid today and will have progesterone supplements after ovulation.

Feeling good about having a plan for this cycle but nervous about how many months I might have to put into this. Going to be 35 in November 🤞

[u/Math_Garden_Beagle]

ER #2 is complete. That anesthesia nap hit the spot. We retrieved just over double the number of eggs from ER#1, so that was wonderful news to hear. I cried pretty much all of pre-op until they brought me into the OR because all the emotions of this is where we are at hit me really hard. I am thoroughly impressed with my new clinic in terms of the care they provided throughout the ER though, so I know we made the right call switching. It was way better than my previous clinic and they didn’t kick me out before I was ready to go home. Having a ton of cramping and discomfort, so excited to nap with my heating pad and then get pho for dinner later.

[u/ancoraimparo11 → u/Math_Garden_Beagle]

Glad to hear!

[u/kitkat7794 → u/Math_Garden_Beagle]

Haven’t had an ER yet but suddenly I am soooo looking forward to the pho after lol, thanks for the pro tip!

[u/Math_Garden_Beagle → u/kitkat7794]

Do it. You will have no regrets! It’s the best recovery meal because it’s extra salty, just like the doctor ordered!

[u/Outrageous-Guest6031 → u/Math_Garden_Beagle]

I'm so glad that it went well and the care was high quality! I haven't been super impressed with CRM. Also, pho is the BEST. I hope you feel better soon.

[u/Math_Garden_Beagle → u/Outrageous-Guest6031]

Thank you! CRM has insanely better communication, but CCRM’s care and RE’s seem way better now that I’ve experienced both. Pho is literally the best. We have a nice little takeout place up by us and it’s been tradition with ERs and FETs so gotta keep that going.

[u/SaltAnywhere7745 → u/Math_Garden_Beagle]

Glad to hear this update!! Enjoy your pho, nap, and rest of your day ♥️

[u/YesterdayPossible218 → u/Math_Garden_Beagle]

So happy to hear that you had better news than ER1, it sounds like clinic knows what they’re doing! Enjoy your pho and get some well deserved rest!

[u/Coffee-Cat-42 → u/Math_Garden_Beagle]

Pho after an ER sounds AMAZING. Enjoy!!!