Aches and pains

[WillowPark]

Hello, I haven't been posting much as I am waiting on my next cycle to start (clinic availability issues post-Christmas). I've now had nearly two months off. Two months off the drugs. Two months with no injections. Two months without the stress. I'm not going to lie - although it wasn't my choice I was appreciating the opportunity for a break after a tough and physically demanding year, but I expected to feel better than this. During IVF I've had an increase in aches and pains around my lower stomach/pelvic/lower back region. Twinges on the right hand side (where I had a cyst in October/November). Twinges in my uterus. (Not sore - like a flipping feeling.) Back aches and cramps all around. Pins and needles. Random shooting pains. I'm still getting all of this. Not quite as regularly but it is still there. Can anyone relate? Is this long term damage or just another set of unpleasant side effects which will lessen with time? (Alot of time?) Thanks! 🙃

[JA-fnuk Partner Nurse Fertility Network UK]

Hope you feel better soon After medication used in IVF treatment it can take 2/3 months for your body to recover If symptoms continue maybe you should see your GP for peace of mind

Take care

Janet-Partner

[WillowPark in reply to JA-fnuk]

Thanks Janet 🙂 I'm within 2 months so maybe completely normal - just not expected!

[Twiglet2]

I’m in a similar boat after a miscarriage in October and our clinic full until March and other than period and ovulation time still being a bit sorer than usual I would say I just have normal everyday aches and pains these days, I’ve no idea what could be causing any of the things you mentioned if you aren’t on meds so if it keeps going another month or so and they weren’t there before the meds it might be worth getting some blood tests done at the GP for a wee check up or maybe you have another cyst? I know I can have cysts during the cycle on one side that come and go that month and make things a bit worse when I ovulate from that side (whether on meds or not). I’ve also realised my headaches aren’t just meds related so going to get my eyesight tested … it’s good to be off the meds to see how much I’m actually moody and falling apart without being able to blame them! The meds effects defo last for a few months though so wouldn’t worry too much xx

[WillowPark in reply to Twiglet2]

Thanks Twiglet2. Sorry to hear about your miscarriage. Hope you are doing OK. Our clinic was full until February so I was booked in for February, but have been told if my next period is more than two days late next time I might be delayed further and have to wait until March. So frustrating! I'm hoping it is still just side effects and my body settling down so I'll see what happens over the next couple of weeks. None of it is particularly bothersome, just thought it was odd that it hasn't stopped! You might be right about the cyst although as far as I know I've never had those before last year. Last year was a year of firsts - IVF, migraine, cysts. All the good stuff 🤣 I think I'm noticing it all more too because I'm not so bloated and uncomfortable and full of needle injection sites generally... I should really try better to look on the bright side!

[Twiglet2 in reply to WillowPark]

Oh I find a moan can be as productive sometimes before looking on the bright side! Its defo a LOT of new aches and pains with IVF I hope you get sorted for feb what a lot of pressure to put on your periods!! Luckily we get booked in advance so I’m defo in March whenever my period falls if they can’t get us in a few months in a row (tried December and January) or else I will kick off!!🤣 xx

[WillowPark in reply to Twiglet2]

Yeah I was booked for transfer in advance too back in December. They predicted my periods and booked me in for February, and told me to phone with my January dates so they could firm up. When I phoned they said the week I was falling was fully booked. When I pushed them they said they would keep my original booking but my period couldn't be more than two days late or they would cancel... so frustrating but really hoping they won't delay a month for a couple of days. Or hoping I get a miraculous early period! She said my January period was late and I was like "eh, no it isn’t". I think they have just messed up the dates and left no margin for error over the three months 🙈

[Twiglet2 in reply to WillowPark]

Oh gosh that’s exactly my scenario so I’d be the same as you!! I’m at GRI in Scotland and they are beyond full at the moment 🤪 xx