First Appointment with Consultant

[KSPGD]

Hi everyone, my partner and I have our first appointment with our IVF Consultant on the 14th of September. As we are going through PGD (and not thanks to CV19), this is a massive step as our initial genetics appointment was in March. We've had lots of paperwork to read through, but I just wanted to ask roughly how long does this first appointment last and what do you speak about? I already have a few questions written down to ask but wanted to ask if anyone had any tips for the first appointment?

Thanks in advance, K x

[Peggieuk]

I know your feeling and stress inside . They check with bmi. Take blood sample of both of you . Go home . Also talk about genetic history . Family . They crazy thing is they say you go ivf....... that's it

[DianeArnold Partner Nurse Fertility Network UK]

Hi KSPGD. Not long to wait now. Often a first appointment with the specialist/nurse involves further blood tests being carried out to check for HIV, Hepatitis, and chlamydia. Probably check out your hormones again including AMH. A further semen analysis ordered if any problems with the last one. A chat about giving yourself injections, plus when these will start. Then there will be some legal paperwork to fill in, which you may have to take away for GP to sign. You might be invited to an open evening to learn all about the process from start to finish, although this is not always offered. An internal scan of your ovaries may be done too to check for any cysts on your ovaries. Arrangements may also be made for you to have a laparoscopy or an HSG (hysterosalpingogram) to check your tubes if required. I do have a list of questions you could have a look through if you want. Most won't be appropriate, but there should br a few you can use. You will need to email me in confidence if you want them, to:

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Can’t think of anything else, but wanted to say good luck with it all, and hope all goes OK. Diane