*Sensitive update: hcg went from 80 to 430 in 4 days and progesterone is still high even though I'm on only one utrogestan a day, so I am feeling hugely relieved as none of my losses got that far or went up like that. Btw I've done a gazzilion tests on different brands (as FRERs out of stock everywhere) and discovered many aren't great and some worryingly faint which given the numbers can'tbe right. Still feeling quite lost though and unsure as this is completely new territory for me. Trying to relax a little and have faith in my body but time is going very slowly. Thank you everyone who responded and came to my rescue once again!*
I am so sorry as this is sensitive but I don't know what to do and am hoping you guys will have some wisdom as always, plus maybe this gives a tiny glimmer of hope (bear with me, it's long...)
I have never ever in 10 years had a natural BFP, and I was going to do a natural FET next month and to prepare my clinic asked me to do ovulation tests and get my progesterone tested 7 days later, to confirm I ovulate and that may natural levels are good. I got the progesterone results back and they were nearly 100 and the doctor who did them said that's way too high so you must be on hormone meds or pregnant. I was a bit rude and said no hormone meds and I can't get pregnant naturally so could he have another think what the problem is, and I googled and decided I had a cyst or ovarian cancer because that's just the way my mind works. Anyway randomly tested this morning with some leftover FRERs and it's positive! (Pic attached) The line looks good? I don't know what day this is equivalent to for IVF transfers - going off the ovulation test if I ovulated 13 or maybe 14 days ago, is that like 8 or 9 days post 5dt? I am in a complete panic now as I'm getting a bit of spotting and I'm not on any progesterone support and don't know if I should be (I was with my successful FET). I am wondering whether I just use the leftover suppositories and lubion I have but maybe it's too late and will go like my other losses on IVF transfers.
I have asked my clinic, and have a blood test at my GP later. But any help or words of wisdom right now would be amazing. I'm crying and assuming it's over already. But then it must be a good thing that we're finally managed it naturally, even if it goes?
Thank you x
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First of all, congrats - that’s definitely a positive test. I totally understand your worries though, I think I’d pass out if I got a positive test naturally! 🤣 I honestly can’t see any harm in using progesterone suppository while you wait for bloods/speak to clinic. 🤞 this is the one. Xxx
Thank you! Yes, I am just shaking, and carrying around the test with me checking the line's still there (so totally rational behaviour). I've taken a suppository as I don't think I could cope if it goes and am told it was down to progesterone and maybe there was something I could have done.
congratulations - it looks like a v strong positive! I’d def use your leftover suppositories- that’s what my clinic advised me when I had my natural bfp before my FET a few years ago. It definitely won’t be late as I think I was two weeks late before my clinic would scan me and only started the suppositories I had leftover after the scan. Sending you lots of luck and hoping this is the one for you! Xx
That's so helpful thank you. I think it's because with a medicated transfer everything's so strict and timed and you panic if you miss a dose, let alone 2 weeks, that's my mindset and it seems impossible to me that my body could do this without help. I've started on the suppositories in the hope it won't hurt even if it's not necessary.
Oh bless you - I totally understand and remember that fear well. Your body is definitely doing something good - try and trust it (I know it’s really hard). Hope that all goes well with the blood test and your clinic will scan you also xxx
Fantastic news MrsOrangejuice! I would take the progesterone suppositories and speak to the clinic.
what a shock for you! I had same in January. My line on FRER was not as strong as that and my clearblue didn’t move from 2-3 (ended up being an ectopic). Get your blood levels checked, early scan booked and start progesterone. Wishing you all the best!!!!! Xx
Yep, total shock. I had a pregnancy of unknown location in April after a fresh transfer that ended in surgery and my HCG was all over the place, so I am so scared that could happen again. I had bloods done today and am just praying they're OK and that they'll double (although my GP isn't open on a weekend so I'll either have to get another tomorrow and then it's only 24hrs between, or wait until Monday and then it's 4 days - not sure which is more reliable and even if I can wait).
I had my bloods done 6 days apart due to the bank holiday and other commitments. Could still see the the upward trend which was reassuring. Best of luck xx
OMG 😳 I know exactly how you are feeling because the same happened to me about 10 months ago and she’s currently hot and bothered in a nappy next to me. It’s a lot to take in after trying for so long and so many setbacks that I convinced myself it couldn’t work from day 1 - I think it’s a self protection thing? But we see on here all the time that it can so take some deep breaths and try to be gentle with yourself.
My clinic recommended I started taking progesterone and that I self referred for an early scan at the EPU. As they already know your progesterone levels maybe they don’t think you need the extra help? Personally I’d probably start taking some and get back to them about that though. It’s worth checking for your own peace of mind. Wishing you all the luck, and congratulations to you xx
Thank you so much for replying! I just can't believe that my body can suddenly manage it at all, even if it doesn't last it changes how I feel (tbh we'd all but given up trying naturally and this was a a one-off! And no special diets, totally stressed, drinking wine... hence I thought it more likely I had cancer than could possiblybe pregnant!)
Spoke to the doctor at the clinic and he said given my levels were very high, and it's natural, there was no need for progesterone but as I'd had spotting before and taken it throughout my successful pregnancy he said he had no problem if it made me feel better.
That's interesting about self referring to the EPU - maybe they would do it because of my previous losses.
Oh love! Come to think of it they told me to go to the EPU as I don’t really have periods anymore so had no clue how far along I was, whereas it sounds like you have a good idea? I would def recommend getting an early test though whether they do it there or you go private. It’s such a mind blowing experience to get pregnant after a decade of trying, that it really helps you accept that it’s real! Xx
wow sounds similar to my story it sure is a massive shock!!! But talk to your clinic and take advice re any meds like pessaries. I also had a HCG test and then a repeat a week later once I got the second test which was a good number it started to sink in a little!!
Thank you. Yes I am just hoping the HCG goes up normally. The doctor at the clinic said it happens a lot with his patients even if they've been trying for years so he didn'treally seemed surprisedat all. Which I guess is a great hope for all of us. He also said that on the whole the natural pregnancies are more successful as I suppose nature selected the right sperm and egg etc so maybe only the very strongest make it this far, but he may have just been saying that to calm me down.
wooohoooooo!! Congratulations 👏🏻 I would use the left over progesterone if you have it but does sound like it was already high 🤞🏽 fingers and toes crossed for a wee sticky miracle for you xxxx 💜🤗
Thank you. I am doing and hoping that as my levels were very quickly at over 190 with my successful transfer that I can't overdo it. Am also now desperately trying to get back on track with all the vitamins/supplements etc, and healthy eating, as I had basically stopped after the last failed transfer. Maybe it just goes to show that all the concerns about stress impacting implantation and pedantic diets etc are all a bit of a myth (well, that's my theory as otherwise I will just feel very guilty). X
I am 💯 with you on that theory!! It’s all about the balance and happy hormones rather than being too strict to the point it makes us worry or sucks the fun out of life, I truly believe that 🤗 xx
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