HSG and trying to find councillors

[Kathryn1984]

Hello,

I am going to get a HSG soon and I am worried. It said on the leaflet that there is a risk of damaging the uterus. I’m concerned about this. I’m also really really struggling with all this. I’m trying to find an infertility counsellor but really struggling to find one in my area. The nhs aren’t much help. I don’t want to be doing any of this. Every time a letter comes through the door about it, it sets me off crying. I bet there’s some people who can’t wait for their ivf, but I’m scared of it coming.

[Hidden]

I’m sorry you are struggling. It is very daunting all the tests & procedures- I felt angry & resentful of being referred to a fertility clinic I felt why me. But you know what if I hadn’t have done it I wouldn’t have had my endometriosis diagnosed & without treating it I would never have had my 8 week old daughter. (it took us 7 years of TTC , 3 laps & 1 CP) They have to by law point out the risks even if it’s very small but you should be able to contact your clinic if you are really worried about it. Most clinics have counselling available you should be able to access this via your clinic again you can call them to sort this out. And everyone here understands we are all here for you. I don’t know why some of us have to fight so hard to have a baby it’s crap. Try to do nice things for yourself give yourself treats be kind to yourself you will get there xoxo

[Kathryn1984 in reply to Hidden]

I’m not with a clinic yet, just nhs gynaecologist. But it’s been going on for 3 years, and I’ve had loads of counselling, but not infertility counselling. I just want to talk to someone that gets it. People who’ve not been through this don’t get it.

[Gem2410]

Hi,

I’m sorry that are struggling. I have had an HSG, and it went absolutely fine. I understand that you are worried. I think there’s always a risk with these tests etc. But usually they are really small.

They can obviously diagnose or eliminate so it is all worth doing.

When I was referred to my NHS fertility clinic I was offered and have been offered counselling throughout my treatment. I’m just wondering if that is the same everywhere.

I understand that you are scared of starting IVF. I am too. But what keeps me going is thinking that all of this will be worth it 😊 xx Good luck xx