6th Failed IUI
Sweet Pea 11
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I've been lurking in this forum for a few weeks now, but this is my first post. I'm very frustrated/depressed today since AF showed up. I've been through 6 IUI's now, the last one with clomid (50 on days 3-7). I'm using a donor from a different bank, but I'm now thinking about possibly switching donors/banks. I'm not sure what else to do. I really thought this was going to be the month.
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I understand where you are coming from. I am on my 5th IUI and just started the 2ww. I switched DR's as well as Donor's before we did this round. Love the new Dr. seems to be very motivated to get me pregnant. We did IUI on Friday which was day twelve for me and I had one follicle that was 22mm and one 12mm. I think that I ovulated sometime Friday night because of the spike in Temp. on SAt morning. Just keep trying it will eventually happen when the time is right for both of us. Kelly
I'm sorry that this is taking so long for you...I know it must be very discouraging!
Have you had an HSG done? Does your doctor mention any reason that it's not working? Do you have any health issues?
If all is clear, I would switch donors. Many people have been unsuccessful with one donor will switch to a new donor and be pregnant within a try or two. You just never know. Some times our bodies chemicals just don't seem to match up.
How have the post thaw numbers been on the sperm?
Kelly, good luck in the 2ww. Hopefully this month will work for you.
Before I started, I had multiple tests, including as HSG. Everything on my end checked out great, according to the doctor. This last cycle, which was my first on clomid, I had a follicle that measured 23mm. That was the only cycle that I've had an ultrasound prior to the IUI, so I'm not sure about the rest. I have no health issues, I'm actually pretty healthy. My weight is not as low as I'd like, but I'm not obese.
The numbers on my donor have also been great every time. That makes it even more frustrating.
I'm currently in the process of talking things over with my partner. We're going to take another look at our 2nd and 3rd choice donors, and possibly a few others.
Megan
You are in my thoughts!
In my opinion, I would consider researching another donor.
Good luck in your decision and KUP!
It will all work out ok no matter what you decide. You will make the right decision.
I have had 2 failed ICI's with one being Ectopic. 2 failed live donor ICI's and 1 failed IUI last year. I took a year off and found my FSH levels to be high so now with 1 IUI vial left...I am meeting with my RE to discuss my options for my next IUI window the end of this month. So, I can relate and know how frustrating it can be especially when you feel symptoms and are not sure if it's you or the process was successful. I keep positive about it all because I know I'm supposed to be a mommy. I've felt it all my life and you too will have success if you just stay positive and if it's something you really want...you won't give up.
Buck up little camper...there's a baby waiting for you to be it's mom.
-Wendy
Wish I had something to say that would make you feel better - just that I understand what you're going through.
I've had 7 failed IUIs myself - every test indicates that I shoud be pregnant right now, but I'm not.
I'm thinking of IVF - maybe that's te way to go.
I really hope this works out for you. A lot of people seem to have sucess with a new donor.
Barb
I just finished my clomid yesterday and I'll have my IUI early next week. Hopefully all will go well.
I'm on my 2 WW on my 5th IUI so I understand. I did switch donors and this is my 2nd IUI (clomid and trigger shot)with this donor. My doc thinks switching is the way to go....we'll see.
Ultimately, I hope for you that switching was the key!!
1 week left for me.....I hope we BOTH become mommies soon!
I always felt (with my last iui attempts) that we were missing the timing somehow even though I'm monitored, it was just a weird feeling that i know its a timing issue. I addressed it with my nurse and last cycle, i did the trigger shot and I think I felt much better about the timing.
Oddly, with the shot, I didn't even test for my surge, they did an US and measured the follicles and when they reached the right size, they did the tigger shot and I had my IUI 2 days later.
Maybe this is something to consider in regards to timing and your comfortability.
Well, I hope this is all a moot point anyway since you had your IUI today! Keep the positive thoughts flowing and take care of yourself during your 2WW.
Good vibes and baby dust!!
I too am on my 3rd IUI, and had 3 ICI and still nothing. So i understand about the roller coaster ride we have all experienced. I am on my last week of waiting and hoping this one took. I too have had all the test and same procedures. I am on my third donor... so frustrated...does any one know what BFP stands for? Anyway, good luck and don't be discouraged....
Good luck,
Maria
I'm sorry this is your third IUI, but you're still in it this month. Don't count yourself out so early!
SweetPea11...How many dpiui are you? From what I count it's about 12...you still have time. Hang in there.
I talked to my coordinator and she said I can test for my surge more than once a day. I still need to do some research, but for those of you who test more than once a day, do you do your IUI the next day if you get a positive surge in the afternoon/evening?
Just wanted to let you know that I had a very special visit with my new Dr. I went in on Monday and Tuesday for my 6th IUI. I wanted my Dr. to listen to me for a very long time and finally I found one who would. I am very lucky and my insurance pays for my US's. I too only test once in the morning, but have read that many people test more often. I have always surged on day 14 and had cramps that afternoon. My old Dr. told me that was not possible it was too soon. So this time I went in on Monday and had my first + LH surge that morning we did IUI around 12 and we were going to do back to back so I had an appointmen already set up for tuesday. Tuesday my LH surge was - and told DR. and we did ultrasound before the IUI and I was right!! That feels so good to say that I am not crazy and I do cramp during ovulation and I know when it happens.The ultrasound proved that I had already ovulated so are timing was good. Got my fingers crossed. Good luck to you and make sure you keep your voice and let the Dr's know what you are feeling know one know's your body better than you. Kelly
Good luck!
cholland...Yes, you absolutely can feel yourself ovulate. It just takes time to listen to your body and know what it's doing during the different stages of your cycle.
I wish I would have found this site and your advice 7 cycles ago! But I've found it now, and hopefully it is beneficial this cycle.
I'm due to start testing on Saturday, with IUI probably Monday or Tuesday. I agree with the digital tests - definitely worth the investment! By testing multiple times a day, it seems like I will probably be doing the IUI a day earlier than usual. Does anyone know how long the sperm can live after thaw/IUI? I've found different numbers online.
I also have an appointment next Thursday with the doctor to discuss what happens if this cycle is unsuccessful, since this will be my 3rd on 50 of clomid. Hopefully I won't need to worry about what will happen if this cycle doesn't work!
AFM: Waiting for the heifer, AF, so I can have my next IUI. Had a LOT of things to clear so I'm good now.
I know they are expensive, but they are worth it! Hopefully your positive surge will show up today...mine showed up at noon! :)
Good luck and KUP.
KUP!
Yesterday was very busy for me. After the IUI, I had my consultation with the doctor. She talked about my options, but since my insurance covers nothing, anything besides what I'm doing now will be thousands more. I'm not sure what I'll do if this one doesn't work, but I'm trying not to think about that, because it is going to work...I hope. I'm also on prometrium this time. The doctor said it can't hurt. I just started this morning, so hopefully there are no nasty side effects.
I talked to the doctor about the timing, and she mentioned that frozen sperm can live up to 3 days. Most of what I've read states shorter life spans, so I don't know what to believe!
Good luck to everyone else this trying this month!
KUP on any symptoms!