Try #2 – Ultrasound #6 and Estradiol – Monitoring / Novarel

This morning the ultrasound showed that the leading follicles are finally large enough to warrant the trigger shot of Novarel!  Also, the estradiol today was 2894.  Steep rises in estradiol levels can be a concern for potential Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome … Continue reading →

Try #2 – Ultrasound #5 and Estradiol – Monitoring

Today’s estradiol was 1845, and the ultrasound showed that there are about 10-12 follicles on each side with some more continuing to progress.  The doctor is still pleased with the response at the 175 units/evening Follistim dose so that’s what … Continue reading →

Try #2 – Ultrasound #4 and Estradiol – Monitoring

Estradiol today was 1422, and the ultrasound showed that there are about 10-12 leading follicles with many more continuing to progress.  The doctor is still pleased with the response at the 175 units/evening Follistim dose so that’s what we’ll continue … Continue reading →

Try #2 – Estradiol – Monitoring

They checked the estradiol level again today after increasing the dose last night.  Today’s level was 691, quite a jump from yesterday’s 250.  Being wary about Molly’s risk for Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome due to polycystic-appearing ovaries, they decreased the Follistim … Continue reading →

Try #2 – Ultrasound #2 and Estradiol – Monitoring

After lowering the Follistim dose for last night, today’s estradiol level decreased to 250.  So, today they said to increase it back to the original 200 units for this evening, and they will check the estradiol level again tomorrow. They … Continue reading →

Try #2 – Estradiol – Monitoring

Today they checked the estradiol level to assess how Molly’s ovaries are responding to 200 units/evening dose of Follistim.  Because they want to be very cautious about the possibility of Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome, today’s estradiol level of 301 resulted in … Continue reading →

Try #2 – Baseline Labs and Ultrasound #1 + Starting Follistim

Although I couldn’t be there for it because I am still on a work trip, Molly had the baseline ultrasound and bloodwork today (after Cycle Day 1 occurred three days ago).  Apparently everything looked good (including the known right-sided peritubal … Continue reading →