At my first appointment we had a consult with the Dr. It lasted about 45 minutes and we covered our medical history, tests that we have done already, how long we’ve been trying and what our plan of action would be. After that I was given an ultrasound to check for endemetriosis, cysts, etc… And finally I had a blood test to check for hormone levels. After the initial meeting you will probably have to go back for an HSG, this is where they inject dye into your fallopian tubes to see if they are blocked. Your husbands sperm count will probably be checked around this time. After all these tests have peen performed they will likely start you on a mild fertility drug such as clomid to induce ovulation. While you are on fertility drugs you can expect frequent ultrasounds and bloodwork to make sure you are in fact ovulation, how many follicles and for hormone levels. Your Dr. may also choose to give you an injection of HCG to help your ovulation along. I would also suggest asking your Dr. for a PCT around the time of your ovulation. This test checks to see i your "environment" is acceptable for sperm. It is inexpensive and in my opinion worth it for the peace of mind. Good Luck!!!
August 20th, 2009 at 10:50 pm
At my first appointment we had a consult with the Dr. It lasted about 45 minutes and we covered our medical history, tests that we have done already, how long we’ve been trying and what our plan of action would be. After that I was given an ultrasound to check for endemetriosis, cysts, etc… And finally I had a blood test to check for hormone levels. After the initial meeting you will probably have to go back for an HSG, this is where they inject dye into your fallopian tubes to see if they are blocked. Your husbands sperm count will probably be checked around this time. After all these tests have peen performed they will likely start you on a mild fertility drug such as clomid to induce ovulation. While you are on fertility drugs you can expect frequent ultrasounds and bloodwork to make sure you are in fact ovulation, how many follicles and for hormone levels. Your Dr. may also choose to give you an injection of HCG to help your ovulation along. I would also suggest asking your Dr. for a PCT around the time of your ovulation. This test checks to see i your "environment" is acceptable for sperm. It is inexpensive and in my opinion worth it for the peace of mind. Good Luck!!!