tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5020292441410597389.post3094972429534271566..comments2022-09-01T09:56:12.172+01:00Comments on The PCOS Factor: ResponseUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger3125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5020292441410597389.post-1384493399913510782011-06-19T04:34:49.550+01:002011-06-19T04:34:49.550+01:00thanks CP, :) I will do just that, and I really do...thanks CP, :) I will do just that, and I really do wish the same for you too, you're already on the right track, :)Nanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14561393931959879636noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5020292441410597389.post-41788432058780351742011-06-13T16:54:20.269+01:002011-06-13T16:54:20.269+01:00Hi Nan, Thank you so much for the detailed respons...Hi Nan, Thank you so much for the detailed response. Yes DH had a SA done, and his numbers were in the lower end of the normal spectrum, but they did consider it ‘normal’<br />I also had a HSG done and both tubes are open and everything seemed normal. <br />This is what I’ve done so far:<br />Cycle 1 – 100mg Clomid BFN<br />Cycle 2 – Developed cysts, cycle was cancelled<br />Cycle 3 – 100mg Clomid plus Trigger shot; BFN<br />Cycle 4 – Femara 5mg No Ovulation<br />Cycle 5 – Femara 7.5 mg + IUI; BFN<br />Cycle 6 – Femara 7.5 mg + Trigger shot + IUI; BFN<br /><br />I still don’t understand why my RE wouldn’t give me Metformin. He said I didn’t need it. I never really bothered to ask him why but I assumed it was because I was a relatively ‘thin cyster’ and my insulin level and fasting glucose was in the normal range. My LH is however at least 3 times higher than my FSH (which is indicative of PCOS), and my Free Testosterone was slightly elevated. <br />I however did another set of blood work a month ago after starting a low GI diet, losing 5 pounds (about 2.3 kg) and also doing acupuncture once a week; and my ‘Free Testosterone’ test came back normal. I'm still working on losing 10 more pounds to have a normal BMI, because I'm slightly overweight even though I don't look it because all my fat goes to my belly (thanks PCOS).<br /><br />My last medicated cycle was in March and I haven’t seen AF since (I wish it was because I was pregnant). Right now I’m just hoping AF shows so I can give my body a chance to ovulate on its own. I think my body may be trying to adjust to all the changes I’ve been making. DH and I have decided to try naturally. Not only because we have spent a fortune on fertility treatments but to take the pressure off of us and allow my body rest. Btw, he is very supportive but it's the inlaws that just don't get it.<br />All I’m doing now is Acupuncture once a week, taking Chinese herbs (from my acupuncturist), trying to stick to my low GI Diet, exercising 20-30 mins 5 days a week, and also seeing a massage therapist every other week to relieve stress. I have tried Preseed, evening primrose oil, and Mucinex (at different times) to increase ewcm, and I confess I do prop my hips on a pillow with legs in the air after BD LOL. I also tried doing Yoga for fertility everyday but I have now stopped because I can’t seem to fit it into my schedule.<br /><br />Thanks for ALL your help. I really do appreciate it and I have learnt a LOT from your blog. I am truly happy for you because you have come a long way. I have been TTC for over a year and I know how crazy it has been for us, I can’t imagine what TTC for 4 years was like for you guys. Thank God it has worked out for you, and all your effort was not in vain even though I know it’s God who gives. Wishing you a Happy & Healthy 9 months (okay I guess it’s less than 9 months now). God bless!<br /><br />PS. Any tips to bring on AF will be much appreciated. Also, how do I shrink my belly? i think you mentioned lots of veggies?sedehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16746501574175034046noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5020292441410597389.post-72522975428622943962011-06-13T15:38:22.733+01:002011-06-13T15:38:22.733+01:00wowwwwwwww Congrats !!! I am so happy that you are...wowwwwwwww Congrats !!! I am so happy that you are pregnant !!! It is people like you who inspire me to combat this ugly disease ... I am so happy for you. Take care and have lots of sweet thoughts so that the baby inside feels them :)Chennai Ponnuhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02447014159802970224noreply@blogger.com