[adnelg775]

Ok, so I went to my RE on Thursday, and he informed me that my 3 hour GTT showed that I have Hypoglycemia. Now, I have to take Metformin, and he wants me to lose 12 pounds in the next 3 months, and then I will have a 2 hour GTT (right before Christmas). On December 28th, they will discuss the results of that test with me, and THEN, hopefully, it's on to IVF.

Why is it that every time I take a test, something else is wrong???
I do know that my doctor only wants me to be healthy before I get pregnant, but seriously, I am pissed because no other doctor ever picked this up...and now, more delays!!!

And every time another obstacle like this comes along, my husband turns to me and says, maybe we just aren't meant to have a baby. If I were to look at all of both of our problems objectively, I would say he is probably right. But I still want this, and I am not ready to give up yet. My DH has a bunch of bloodwork to get done, and at this rate, I am expecting something to be wrong. Because every time we see a doctor for a test result, it is NOT good news. Just to show:
Me = PCOS (hypoglycemia, irregular cycles, polycystic ovaries) adenomyosis of the uterine wall, shortened cervix from LEEP procedure ( probably will need cerclage/bed rest)
DH= congenital absence of the seminal vesicles, obstructive azoospermia due to prostatic cysts, unilateral absence of the vas deferens.
Thank you ladies, for letting me rant! I know we all have issues, but mine are really ticking me off, as these lists get longer...

[BeckyM]

Oh, sweetie!! I wish I could give you these hugs in person, as I know how frustrating it is. I don't have the hypoglycemia, but the rest I was hit with too. And with having the PCOS & being overweight, I run a very high risk of getting gestational diabetes. As frustrating as it is to have another delay, having you healthy is the best thing to do before you add the stress of pregnancy to your body. I know several ladies who have lost their children while pg due to diabetes, so it is something you need to have controlled. As far as metformin, I'm surprised they didn't consider placing you on it before just for your PCOS. I've been on 1500mg, and it worked wonders getting me ovulating each month and regulating my insulin. Most ladies with PCOS are also insulin resistent, so the diabetic medication works wonders. I'm just now weaning off of it. Hang in there sweetie!!!

[adnelg775]

Thank you Becky! I am much calmer now, than when I wrote that. I just had to let all the frustration out. I think that my last doctor should have done some things differently too. But my new RE is wonderful, I just love him.

BTW, I am very happy to see that you are progressing quite nicely with your pregnancy! You give me hope! My best friend is due April 25th, so she is a little ahead of you.

[BeckyM]

I completely understand being frustrated!!! We'd been trying over a year before a S/A was finally run, letting us know that although I had problems, DH's were much more devastating and we basically wasted that year as there was absolutely no chance of getting pg. And with already being older, it was a another whammy. I'm glad you're feeling calmer. Good luck & I hope these next few months pass quickly for you.

and with the metformin, I hope they gave you instructions to worked yourself up to full dosage? It can cause some tummy upsets at first, so I worked up by adding an additional pill each week until I got to the 1500mg. I also increased my fluid (not caffeine) intake and that also seemed to help with the bloatedness and queasiness.

[adnelg775]

Becky...I know it's tough, and I am also SO IMPATIENT about things that I want...I was really thinking that we would be doing IVF in November.
In regards to the Metformin, the doctor is having me start by taking half a pill three times a day for one week, then 2 half pills and a whole one for a week, and so on,. until I am taking 3 whole pills 3 times a day, which should total 1500. there was a mix up at the pharmacy, so I haven't started taking it yet...hopefully get it tomorrow. Did you lose some weight from taking Met? I hear that it does that for some, I hope it helps me drop a couple pounds, that would be nice.
I am also going to a dietician, per doctor's orders, on Columbus Day.

[BeckyM]

It is hard being patient, trust me, I do understand. With the met, I didn't really drop any weight but also wasn't really trying to. I do know several other ladies who have been able to. Hopefully that along with the dietitian will enable you to lose a few pounds. And I'm glad they're working you up to full dosage. Hang in there!!!