FET dilemma

[Mikki100]

We're planning to transfer our last 2 embryos from DE on 24th September. This will be my 6th and last transfer (embryos #7 & 8). I had my baseline scan and the sonographer found a small pocket of fluid. She didn't think it was anything to worry about because it's lower down, not near where the embryos will be transferred.

My clinic is in Spain and after reviewing the report and scan, they gave me two options:

1 - continue as planned, but go in early on the day of the transfer to have a scan. If the fluid has disappeared or remains the same size, we proceed

2 - cancel until next month and hope the pocket of fluid disappears.

We've already taken time off work, booked flights, I've taken the meds (which I'd have to buy again if we cancel).

We've already decided to take the risk and proceed with option 1, in the hope that the fluid dissolves, or at worse stays the same size and location.

Has anyone experienced this before and what was the outcome? It's never happened to me before, and it's just my luck it happens on our last ever chance 😢

[Lelo3479]

I have no personal experience or knowledge to offer you I'm sorry, but didn't want to read and run, I hope it goes well for you.

Sounds such a stressful situation to be in, especially with the finality of your journey hopes and dreams too. The travel, everything booked and all the money on the meds too. I believe increasing your protein intake helps OHSS (increased fluid in your body), as it increases albumin or something which helps regulate your fluid. So it could help with the fluid in your womb? Worth a google and research.

Can you have some sort of lymphatic massage? Could that help?

Can the clinic suction out the fluid or something before you have your transfer? (this is a very naive thought) I don't even know if it's possible, just trying to think of solutions.

Thinking of you, best wishes x

[Mikki100 in reply to Lelo3479]

Thank you for the support and suggestions. I'll try increasing my protein (I've been attempting that anyway to help with fat loss/muscle growth).

I asked the clinic about removing the fluid prior to transfer, but they haven't committed to anything and just want to watch and see. I'm trying to remain calm, but all the negative scenarios keep creeping in.

I'll Google the lymphatic massage to see if that can help. Thanks again x

[Christianbaby]

While I haven't experienced the pocket of fluid issue myself, it sounds like you're making a thoughtful decision by choosing option 1. You've already done so much to prepare for this, and it makes sense to give it a shot, especially since the fluid isn't near where the embryos will be transferred.

I'm sending you all the positive vibes for a smooth transfer and hoping that the fluid either disappears or stays out of the way! You've got this, and I really hope this will be your time. x

[Mikki100 in reply to Christianbaby]

Thank you Christianbaby! I pray it's my time and if it isn't, I pray I get the strength to accept it never will be x

[Christianbaby in reply to Mikki100]

Keep us posted. 💜

[Ctk123]

I had something similar happen with my most recent transfer. I had two cysts/fluid sacs seen 6 days before transfer. I had never had anything like this happen before then either. I went back in for a scan the day before transfer and as the sacs had got smaller and they were in a position that my consultant said wouldn’t impact implantation so my transfer went ahead. I’m 11 weeks pregnant today, which is the furthest along I’ve ever got after three miscarriages. Wishing you lots of luck and keeping my fingers crossed for a positive outcome x

[Mikki100 in reply to Ctk123]

Congratulations! This gives me some reassurance, thank you, I'm so nervous because it's our last time. I hope the rest of your pregnancy is seamless and stress-free.. enjoy the rest of your journey to meeting your precious little one x

[Ctk123 in reply to Mikki100]

Thank you for your kind words. This was my 6th transfer too, definitely the most stressful one. I forgot to mention that the sonographer said estrogen medication can cause the fluid - I’m on 5x Progynova a day which is likely the cause but this dosage hasn’t changed yet and the fluid did go away eventually. Good luck x

[Mikki100]

Hi just a quick update. I went to Spain yesterday and there was no fluid so I had my last two embryos transferred. I'm so relieved! Now the 2ww begins 🙂