tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2808830305872285145.post2464002094186003031..comments2023-11-29T00:50:04.094-08:00Comments on Mine to Command: The Strategery RoomjAllenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06282963869813954232noreply@blogger.comBlogger16125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2808830305872285145.post-63059726110964785662014-09-18T10:31:10.434-07:002014-09-18T10:31:10.434-07:00"Big Girl Period" cracked me up. Thank ..."Big Girl Period" cracked me up. Thank you for providing so much detail about your WTF appointment. I always learn so much from your posts. 4 years ago, I had blood pressure readings similar to yours along with a family history. I was told by one PCP that I HAD to go on Labetalol. My new PCP was willing to let me lose a few more pounds and exercise, which has resulted in readings of 110/70. I've done research online and I couldn't find any information on BP and fertility. In fact, what I found stated that it was only a concern during pregnancy itself. I worry that my BP spikes on occasion when I am stressed, even though I have no proof. I tried a low dose aspirin and I felt light headed. During my retrievals, my BP was good. Should I still consider the possibility that my blood pressure could be affecting implantation?Evehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15260723824329854148noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2808830305872285145.post-24017698401213903502014-09-17T10:25:20.231-07:002014-09-17T10:25:20.231-07:00My RE had me take aspirin as part of his standard ...My RE had me take aspirin as part of his standard protocol and I think I took it for most of the first trimester. It's only recently that I read about it possibly helping to prevent pre-eclampsia and now I wonder if I had continued to take it through the entire pregnancy if I could have avoided it.<br />Sounds like a good meeting. Though we never really do get any definitive answers at these things. I'm glad your RE didn't try to talk you into transferring 2 embryos. I hope the timing works out so you can do your next transfer soon.JenShttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00056681492831041470noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2808830305872285145.post-69718943896309007312014-09-17T08:51:12.921-07:002014-09-17T08:51:12.921-07:00Toooootally agree with the patient in you. Answer...Toooootally agree with the patient in you. Answers. Now. PLEASE?!?! I'm hopeful that everything will work out for you with timing!!Aubrey https://www.blogger.com/profile/10268033706598268682noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2808830305872285145.post-48358781291198874742014-09-16T13:25:30.882-07:002014-09-16T13:25:30.882-07:00He implied that it has been noted that lower impla...He implied that it has been noted that lower implantation rates with higher blood pressure, I didn't ask him to elaborate, as I resigned that I would be a good girl and take my medicine. However, my readings with and without Meds are about the same, high120/low 130s over high 80/low-mid 90s, so my BP is not THAT bad and the Meds are having much affect. I'll ask more at my next visit jAllenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06282963869813954232noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2808830305872285145.post-49797198425756061242014-09-16T11:11:08.244-07:002014-09-16T11:11:08.244-07:00I had the "are we there yet" feeling aft...I had the "are we there yet" feeling after 3 months of trying on our own, so I admire you for plugging through this. <br />My blood pressure rises at the thought of being measured, I think. Which is a little inconvenient as it makes my doctor worry about missing developing real problems. It's too bad if the drug of choice doesn't work for you though. Is anything known about the relationship of (high-ish) blood pressure and implantation/early pregnancy?<br />I really, really hope that the thorough strategic (strategeric?) planning from both yourself and your RE brings you a baby.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2808830305872285145.post-67735450863072445962014-09-16T10:34:36.146-07:002014-09-16T10:34:36.146-07:00It's interesting that he has changed his tune ...It's interesting that he has changed his tune a little about transferring one vs. two embryos, especially since you had your argument all prepared! I hope that the timing works out and you can go forward with your plan, but I love that you have a great attitude about waiting if the need arises.Amberhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16507432917936364757noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2808830305872285145.post-69779544851525126952014-09-15T18:48:14.655-07:002014-09-15T18:48:14.655-07:00took me 4 normal embryos for one to stick (after y...took me 4 normal embryos for one to stick (after years of other things including a transfer of 2 non tested embryos that ended in a single miscarriage). 18 1/2 weeks preg now. I did a 2nd hysteroscopy (with saline) before the transfer that worked. I really do think there is validity to a "trauma" to the uterus prior to transfer. I am also with your RE that these embryos shouldn't be the end of the line and you could possibly benefit from another retrieval. But after 5 retrievals myself, i know that is easier said than done. so tough.... you have a crowd of people rooting for you. Amandahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09813863796218539610noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2808830305872285145.post-90571884197339060702014-09-15T18:34:52.962-07:002014-09-15T18:34:52.962-07:00No advice is annoying! I've been thinking simi...No advice is annoying! I've been thinking similar thoughts! The challenge is that I'm inconsistent with ovulation ! jAllenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06282963869813954232noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2808830305872285145.post-65423163789644425092014-09-15T18:31:13.185-07:002014-09-15T18:31:13.185-07:00Well it sounds like your RE really takes the time ...Well it sounds like your RE really takes the time to cover everything you need to discuss. Have you ever thought of doing a natural cycle transfer? That's what I would have tried next if we didn't go ahead with the donor. I don't mean to give annoying advice, I was just thinking...Gypsy Mamahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13026496787029080243noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2808830305872285145.post-29166477569183053332014-09-15T17:16:25.019-07:002014-09-15T17:16:25.019-07:00Is it terrible for me to say (with all of the high...Is it terrible for me to say (with all of the high-faluting science talk in this post) that I love the fact that you used the word "strategery"? Cracks me up every time. Dubya! Anyway, you and your RE have covered so much ground here, it sounds like you have a solid plan in place going into your next FET. And now that I'm thinking about it, I think your RE is right that the EFT isn't for you. After all, you've had pregnancies before which demonstrates that embryos CAN implant. I never had implantation until after the EFT and the Lupron treatment. Aramishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12275274008426941898noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2808830305872285145.post-2487284019134807802014-09-15T14:33:40.379-07:002014-09-15T14:33:40.379-07:00I always struck me as odd, they would measure arou...I always struck me as odd, they would measure around day 10, increase my estrogen from two patches to three then back to two once I start my PIO, but never checked the lining again before the transfer which was 2 weeks after my last lining check. jAllenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06282963869813954232noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2808830305872285145.post-6539984019863866842014-09-15T14:17:51.365-07:002014-09-15T14:17:51.365-07:00Sounds like a thorough meeting. I wonder about the...Sounds like a thorough meeting. I wonder about the thickness of the lining. My university/clinic will cancel a cycle if the lining is thicker than 15. I so hope you find the "right" protocol! Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01164878358503729479noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2808830305872285145.post-57593767430052584592014-09-15T12:49:26.727-07:002014-09-15T12:49:26.727-07:00I did a sonohystogram just before my prior transfe...I did a sonohystogram just before my prior transfer and I think we'll do another one after my laminaria insertion. <br />I may still throw in the prednisone <br />As I did one transfer after my D&C, and the scratch didn't offer any benefit this last time, I think it's worth skipping. Perhaps my endometrium has a more hostile reaction. <br />I've been checking my blood pressure multiple ways, and it's not that bad high 120-130/ high 80s to low 90s. The Labetalol doesn't make too much of a difference.jAllenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06282963869813954232noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2808830305872285145.post-40184488173452355002014-09-15T11:51:12.882-07:002014-09-15T11:51:12.882-07:00I agree with Amanda- your conversations wtih your ...I agree with Amanda- your conversations wtih your RE are on another level. But i can definitely sympathize with the patient who just wants some freaking answers. I am right there with you. I'm hoping my decisioin to do the hysteroscopy is the right one. But I feel like I'll be disappointed if they DO find something or if they DON'T. So basically I'm a hot mess. It sounds like you did get all of your questions and concerns answered or at least addressed. And you gave your doctor some things to consider as well. I'm praying that the dates work out for you and that this next transfer is it. You are in my thoughts!The Run Away Storkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00971471535179009005noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2808830305872285145.post-63330488526204505942014-09-15T08:26:38.951-07:002014-09-15T08:26:38.951-07:00"The provider in me would agree. The patient ..."The provider in me would agree. The patient in me just wants an answer." This is SO interesting and so refreshing to know, but I have to admit I'd love to sit in on your follow up appts... I'm guessing your chats with your RE are on another level entirely. <br /><br />I like the plan, and I'm hoping the dates work out for your next transfer!Amandahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11657607481465480125noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2808830305872285145.post-7173285022895106582014-09-15T08:13:22.866-07:002014-09-15T08:13:22.866-07:00I would be compelled to do some imaging of your ut...I would be compelled to do some imaging of your uterus, be it, HSG, SHG, or hysteroscopy. It's been a long time since your resection and you had a miscarriage early in the year. I would want to be certain that the uterine environment is on the up and up. Is there scar tissue, polyps, etc.? But, I agree with your doctor regarding the endometrial function test, even if it shows limited receptivity, there's no proven method for improving it. Furthermore, you've been pregnant before, that seems proof enough that it's not a molecular issue. I think an endometrial injury (scratch) is so simple to do, why not do it? The data I read supports it. I say take the baby aspirin and prednisone. Why not? Aren't we at the "throw the whole kitchen sink" in there level of treatment now? I did the scratch, the steroids, the aspirin, and I topped it off with a side of Lovenox. All of which could be classified as voodoo medicine, but I'm pregnant. If you know you're on the tail end of intervention, don't leave any room for second guessing. Your hypertension is unfortunate, but it sounds like it's time to formally address it. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06326763572650750036noreply@blogger.com