So, I am currently on Clomid cycle #2. Here's what's happened so far:
Clomid cycle #1:
I think I ovulated on day 20, according to my ovulation predictor kit. I had my 21-day progesterone test on day 23, even though I didn't think the results would show much since the "day 21" concept of the test is related to the fact that they expect people to ovulate on day 14, seven days after ovulation. Anyway, the dr.'s office gave me my results (8.3, which is not really a sure sign that I ovulated, but that maybe I did), the results were inconclusive, and then the nurse admitted that they probably tested me too early. So, it's okay, anyway. I still felt positive about the whole process because I know it can take a while.
Clomid cycle #2:
I had my progesterone test on day 20. I went ahead and had it done on this date that they originally scheduled me because I was almost positive that I wasn't going to ovulate this cycle anyway, as my predictor kit showed no signs of it. Today's day 27. Today I got my results and the info of what to do from here:
*I did not ovulate. In fact, my progesterone level was 0.6! Pretty darn low!
*Dr. Joe has decided to take me off Clomid, at least for a while, because it's not working.
*Dr. Joe thinks that I have a luteal phase defect or an issue with my progesterone levels. I agree with the thought about the progesterone levels... I've thought that since the miscarriage. It just seems to me like I lacked enough progesterone to keep that pregnancy going. I could be wrong, but that's just my theory.
So, here's what's coming up:
*If I'd like, I can take a break from all of this medicine if I want. I haven't yet decided about taking a break for a cycle or two or keeping on with the process. I have a little time to decide.
*The next cycle that I do take meds (whether it be next cycle or the next cycle that I am ready to take more meds): I am not taking Clomid. I do have to take Prometrium (progesterone) beginning on day 14, taking it twice a day, and every day after that until I either have a positive pregnancy test or I start my next cycle.
I still feel really confident that everything will turn out great. God's got a good plan! I just get to ride the ride!
2 comments:
Whew Leslie! You are one tough cookie. I'm impressed. Hopefully, you'll have really good news soon!
I was reading your blog and you mentioned Hope. Is that where you guys go? That's where I go when I'm not stuck at Walgreens!
Yeah, we'll see what's in store with all this medicine business!
Yes! We love Hope! We've been members there for a few years. We were going to the Young Marrieds class at 9:30. We really liked it.. we just haven't been in a while. It's funny... just this week I've found out that three people I know go there. I didn't even know it!
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