https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Sun, 07 Jun 2026 03:42:37 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/initial-fertility-testing#post-2360864 Wed, 18 Nov 2015 07:45:22 +0000 Ajsmommy 2360864@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Well although the ultrasound was good and my ovaries look good, uterus looks great and I had 9 follicles which they also said was good my blood work wasn't so good. Well at least that is how it's manifested in my brain!! (dr google doesn't help much either!).. the nurse called and said my blood work was all normal.. so I was happy, but then she continued on to say my FSH was slightly high but not too bad and they view it as normal. So I was excited until my DH asked what my FSH number was so I found out.. whomp whomp it's a 12.9.... I don't think that is good at all!!!! </p> <p>I have my HSG scheduled for Monday. </p> <p>This is a pretty overwhelming experience. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/initial-fertility-testing#post-2359336 Tue, 17 Nov 2015 09:18:51 +0000 Ajsmommy 2359336@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Ultrasound was easy peasy. The dr said my uterus looks good and I have 9 follicles which they said was a good number. I have no idea so i'll be doing some googling about that in a minute!! Next up is DH's turn :) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/initial-fertility-testing#post-2359229 Tue, 17 Nov 2015 07:59:39 +0000 ms.line 2359229@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>My husband had a semen analysis first (because it was the easiest thing to do), and when it came back horribly, my RE and DH's urologist recommended starting fertility treatments. But first, I had to run through my own tests so they had a full picture of what they were working with. So I had the regular Day 3 workup, including TSH, LH, FSH, E2, AMH, plus viral and blood count panels. I then went in for an SHG, which is like a HSG except it uses a sonogram instead of an x-ray to look for blockages. Then I had LH surge testing and progesterone testing during/after ovulation. All my tests came back normal except for my TSH, which was slightly elevated, so they put me on Synthroid. During this time I read a lot of books and papers on fertility treatments, because I wanted to know what the latest research was and what kinds of protocols to expect. I also talked to my insurance to figure out exactly what and wasn't covered. After all the test results were in, we had another consult with my RE, and we agreed to start with an IUI my next cycle. But two days later my period was late, and now I'm 26 weeks pregnant. I don't know if it was the SHG (there's anecdotal evidence that it can "clear your tubes"), the Synthroid, or just the luck of of the draw. The process can definitely be overwhelming, but overall for me, it felt really good to have a clear picture of our health and an action plan. Hopefully you'll end up not even needing it! :goodluck: </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/initial-fertility-testing#post-2359204 Tue, 17 Nov 2015 07:19:10 +0000 Ajsmommy 2359204@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Thank you ladies. I'm in the waiting room waiting for my blood to be drawn and then the ultrasound </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/initial-fertility-testing#post-2358758 Mon, 16 Nov 2015 18:04:35 +0000 RKitty 2358758@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>We just started the infertility testing/appointments when we got a BFP. It crazily enough took 3 months to finish all the blood tests and semen tests. My first appointment took place like the day after my cycle they wanted the blood test drawn so I had to go wait a month. Then there was tons of confusion about the blood tests and what needed to be ran, and not everything got done... so we had to wait another cycle... which I was out of town on a camping trip.... so finally had to wait another cycle to finish all the tests. It was a rather annoying experience. </p> <p>And then my DH didn't want to do the... "donation" for semen analysis. (Mix of embarrassment/worry I think.) But he finally got it done in it time for the appointment to review all the tests... Which took place on day 28 of my cycle... and my cycle is usually 26 days so I was like wait... and took a test the night before my appointment. At the appointment we were to discuss our next steps but instead she went over the results with me (I asked as I was curious) and everything was great and then she sent me off for a blood test to confirm the pregnancy. </p> <p>So I can't give to much advice but just share my experience. Hopefully going to the doctor will help remind your body what to do an you'll get your BFP soon. :) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/initial-fertility-testing#post-2358749 Mon, 16 Nov 2015 17:48:45 +0000 gingerbebe 2358749@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>The only thing I can think of is that some fertility practices can have your primary doctor order the tests and send the results over to them to get them covered by your insurance. Our fertility center was affiliated with our HMO but they had the tests ordered under our regular OB GYN and primary care doctors because my lab coverage is free under regular care and not covered through fertility and lots of the testing can overlap. HSG I would have had to pay for out of pocket I think. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/initial-fertility-testing#post-2358724 Mon, 16 Nov 2015 17:32:59 +0000 mrswin 2358724@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Ajsmommy: The ultrasound tomorrow will be to look at your ovaries when they aware quiet, before follicles start developing. They may check your antrafollicle count which is how many follicles are visible, this tells the a bit about your ovarian reserve. The blood work may test for all kinds of stuff so it really just depends on what specifically the Dr ordered. I would assume at a minimum they will check, estrogen, FSH and progesterone levels, maybe things like AMH and thyroid, etc.</p> <p>The xray you are mentioning is an HSG, they will fill your uterus with fluid and look at it to see if there are any obvious abnormalities and if your tubes are open. </p> <p>Once the doctor has the results of everything they will be able to determine a plan of action. Try not to research too much right now. Feel free to post on the infertility boards any time, there are many ladies who have been through it and can answer any questions you might have. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/initial-fertility-testing#post-2358575 Mon, 16 Nov 2015 15:57:30 +0000 Mrs. Lemon-Lime 2358575@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Ajsmommy: that sounds like a HSG test. I had one before getting pregnant over the summer.</p> <p>Here's my experience.</p> <p>First I was expecting a woman to perform it since the referral was to a female doctor. Nope, I had a male doctor and a female assistant. The dye was inserted and it was painless. Then the doctor kept his hand and instrument in my nether region as he looked around for blockages. I could see my uterus too on the screen, but I couldn't really tell what was good or bad. That entire part was awkward because my legs weren't exactly spread like stirrups nor were they fully straight. The doctor's hands kept hitting my inner thigh. After about 5-7 minured the procedure was over and the doctor briefed me on what he found. I didn't have any blockages. I'm not sure if he had found something abnormal if he would have shared with me so quickly.</p> <p>My husband dragged his feet on his semen analysis and a month later we were pregnant.</p> <p> :goodluck: with your testing! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/initial-fertility-testing#post-2358531 Mon, 16 Nov 2015 15:31:30 +0000 Autumnmama79 2358531@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>After 2 early losses, we were sent for initial fertility testing at a private fertility clinic. I had to ask my doc for the referral though.</p> <p>They did basic testing like sperm analysis, thyroid, FSH, and also karotyping. Karoyping is a more advanced look at genetics and if there is possibility for a genetic disease in either one of your DNA, thus causing the infertility. </p> <p>Our results came back fine (still waiting on the karotyping results though). The doctor basically said we just need keep trying the old fashioned way.</p> <p>ETA: They also wanted me to go for a hysteroscopy, which I think is what you mean as the x-ray. Where they inject they blue dye and then perform an x-ray to have a good look at your uterus. I was too chicken to do it though! And by the time by appt rolled around, I was already in the TWW with my current BFP, so I cancelled the apt. I thought it would be painful and after two losses I'd felt like I'd been poked and prodded and tested enough. </p> <p>Good luck in your journey and testing! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/initial-fertility-testing#post-2358493 Mon, 16 Nov 2015 15:06:24 +0000 Ajsmommy 2358493@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Dh and I met with a fertility specialist last week and AF arrived sunday (boo) so tomorrow I go in for my first set of tests. I was told i'll get an ultrasound and blood work. Once AF leaves I then have an xray (?) with liquid to show any blockages. DH will supply a sample to be tested.</p> <p>Just wondering what to expect? The dr basically said once we get the results we'll meet again to form a plan of action. I have no idea what to expect or what to think... are there questions I should be asking or research I should be doing?</p> <p>We never thought we'd be here. We have a DD who just turned two and we want to give her a sibling. </p> <p>Anybody willing to share your experience please do! Especially with the initial testing and those results and then what your plans were and how those plans worked out. Here's to everyone getting their BFP </p>