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Jomarie220 Posts: 58
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My husband & I are going to see a Specialist who specializes in Infertility for woman diagnosed with PCOS. I am VERY excited! I was just wondering if someone who has been to a specialist, could inform me of what is to be expected at my first appointment with a specialist...??? Everyone experiences pain sometimes, emotional and physical. Next time it threatens to overwhelm you, take a deep breath. As you breathe slowly, picture God holding you, crying with you, giving you the strength to get through.
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panchan14 Posts: 372
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I personally haven't been to an infertility specialist, as I am not in any way trying to conceive at the moment (not married, haha). I'm sure there are some other ladies on here who have been, though, hopefully they have the information that you're looking for! I'm really excited for your appointment!  Erin "And we rejoice in the hope of the glory of God. Not only so, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perserverance, perserverance, character, and character, hope. And hope does not disappoint us, because God has poured out his love into our hearts by the Holy Spirit, whom he has given us." Romans 5:2-5 |
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Jomarie220 Posts: 58
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Thank you! I hope so one can give me some info.  Everyone experiences pain sometimes, emotional and physical. Next time it threatens to overwhelm you, take a deep breath. As you breathe slowly, picture God holding you, crying with you, giving you the strength to get through. |
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newrsd Posts: 1076
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Every person is different and each approach can be different based on various factors including how long you have been trying. Probably he will start with taking all your history and then doing some basic tests (thyroid, CBC, clotting, etc..) on both you and your husband. Depending on whether you are ovulating, they might put you on a medicine like metormin, clomid, to try and help you with that. I am still somewhat in the begining of the journey but I have been to a few drs for this already. Good luck. |
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Jomarie220 Posts: 58
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Thanks for the info! As of late... I have tried Metformin from August 2010-November 2010. Then I picked up Clomid with metformin, November & December 2010. I had my blood drawn both times, at day 21 & 23 of my cycle and no ovulation. My levels were 7.4...and when you are ovulating they are supposes to be 10 at the very least or higher. Is there other medications he might have me try?  I am hoping IVF is not the only thing left to do for me. Everyone experiences pain sometimes, emotional and physical. Next time it threatens to overwhelm you, take a deep breath. As you breathe slowly, picture God holding you, crying with you, giving you the strength to get through. |
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panchan14 Posts: 372
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In terms of other meds, I'm not entirely sure what you would be able to take, but I do know that getting your daily vitamins is definitely essential. A majority of people don't get nearly enough vitamin D in their diet and sun exposure, so I say it's always a safe bet to take a supplement of it. I also take B12, Calcium, and Fish Oil. Let us know how your appointment goes! Erin "And we rejoice in the hope of the glory of God. Not only so, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perserverance, perserverance, character, and character, hope. And hope does not disappoint us, because God has poured out his love into our hearts by the Holy Spirit, whom he has given us." Romans 5:2-5 |
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Jomarie220 Posts: 58
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Oh ok I will try to start taking those... THANKS Everyone experiences pain sometimes, emotional and physical. Next time it threatens to overwhelm you, take a deep breath. As you breathe slowly, picture God holding you, crying with you, giving you the strength to get through. |
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