Another BFN - low progesterone?

[L2213]

Feeling really sad today, it was my OTD but test was negative. I was more prepared this time as did a test on Friday but there’s always a glimmer of hope, at least it wasn’t as traumatic as getting my period before OTD but now just want this cycle to be over so we can move on.

Feeling a bit lost and a whole mix of other emotions. Not looking forward to another Christmas and another year.

I’m frustrated that my clinic didn’t listen to me when I asked about my progesterone and angry with myself for not being more persistent after being told I was on enough and that they don’t check levels.

I took part in some research and as part of this happened to find out they measured progesterone and found out my levels on transfer day were only 14.8, I’ve seen some ladies on here say their clinic like them over 50 so when I found this out a few days ago knew this round had failed. If anyone has links to research on optimum progesterone levels please could you share them? I’m trying to arm myself with as much evidence as possible in the hope that I’m listened to next time.

[amandac84]

I’m so sorry. Xx

[SunnyDream]

Unfortunately, it happened very often and nobody is insured of such things. I am very sorry about your bfn. I understand you perfectly. Did you hear about the embryo glue procedure? I have heard that this method can help your tiny to stick. Also, endometrium transplantation may be a good chance, I think.

[L2213 in reply to SunnyDream]

Thanks for your reply yes we had the embryo glue for this transfer as well as the endo scratch xxx

[SunnyDream in reply to L2213]

Everything crossed for you. I hope that this time will work out

[Cinderella5]

Im so sorry to hear about your BFN. Are you able to check if your progesterone was measured in nmol/l or ng/ml as this makes a big difference? I suspect your levels are still pretty low as for nmol/l they should be around 60nmol/l or 20ng/ml. I had low progesterone but my clinic did bump my levels up....still didnt get a BFP last time BUT that might just be down to bad luck!xx

[L2213 in reply to Cinderella5]

Thanks for your reply, I hadn’t realised it was measured in different units so will check this out! Thanks again and hope you are doing ok xxx

[LazyLinePainterJane]

I'm so sorry to hear this. I fear I'm in the same boat, OTD tomorrow but I've started bleeding tonight 😔 I bled 5 days early on both my previous cycles so this is an improvement but I don't feel my clinic have been listening to me about my progesterone concerns. Think I'll go elsewhere if we're ever to do this again - though won't be in a hurry as we've been self funding the last two cycles. Stupid postcode lottery 🤬 Good luck over the coming days, look after yourself and try and keep your spirits up. Sending hugs x

[L2213 in reply to LazyLinePainterJane]

Thank you for your reply and I’m so sorry you are in the same boat it’s so frustrating isn’t it. I’ve found some evidence to say optimum levels should be between 60-100 nmol/l so going to go to our review with evidence justifying why I want it tested and not take no for an answer this time, if it would be helpful to have the links just let me know and I’ll post them here.

Wishing you all the best with whatever’s next for you, thinking of you and thanks again for your kind message xxx