Ivf - Infertility Message Board

Jsquared · 05-02-2007, 06:21 PM

Hi,
I had a few questions about IVF and have noticed many of you going through the process now...how exciting for you. I have my first consultation May 21st. I've been researching doctors and have come to my decision in regards to which one to go with. I was wondering how long the whole process of IVF lasts. For example when I start the meds would it be the following cycle for implantation etc? I'm really clueless. Also, are their any questions I should ask the doctor. I have pretty bad endo and was wondering if anyone else is dealing with endo and trying IVF. I am sending you all baby dust!!!!! This is such a big step and I am really nervous and excited. I know I need to be very positive...I'm just scared if it does not take if I can truly handle the heartbreak, but I guess it is a step we have to take and we are lucky to even have this option.
Jill

carisa · 05-02-2007, 08:07 PM

Jsquared-

Welcome to IVF!! It's a very exciting time. I just finished my first IVF cycle and it was pretty smooth for the most part. As far as how long of a process it is. It really depends. When you start the meds to actually grow all of your follicles, it is usually around 8-14 days. Give or take a few. After that part is over, you will take the HCG shot, two days later from that, you will have your egg retrieval. They will fertilize your eggs, from then it's about three to five days until the transfer. It's not a very long process. I wish you luck and I hope it's successful for you! I got pregnant from mine, but now I'm waiting to find out if I'm miscarrying. I won't know until next week. I may be doing another cycle this summer if this one doesn't work out for me.

Carisa

rubynz · 05-02-2007, 09:14 PM

Hi Jill

Just wanted to wish you luck with your impending IVF cycle. The success rate with IVF is excellent so I am sure you will end up with your much longed for BFP.

Good luck!!!

Ruby

carisa · 05-02-2007, 09:21 PM

Jill,

Where in California are you? I'm around the Bay Area. I have a great dr. and clinic.

Carisa

Jsquared · 05-02-2007, 09:38 PM

Hi Girls,
Thanks for the encouragement.

Carisa, I am from Orange County, California. I have been waiting awhile to decide which doctor to use. I had many people give me names of great doctors: Anderson, Werlin, Diaz and Acacio. I've decided to go with Dr. Acacio. He is part of SIRM which is a group of doctors (from New York, Neveda, California...) who perfom studies and exchange info. My ultimate decision when choosing Dr. Acacio was because his wife also needed to go through IVF. I believe he will be compassionate because he went through it with his wife. I was able to talk to his wife because she answers the phones. She was very nice and has written a few articles in regards to IVF.

Thanks for all the info and Carisa I really hope you are not miscarrying. I will say lots of prayers for you. You seem like a really strong person. I believe this IF journey has made us all a little stronger. Are you on bed rest?