IV Meds on day of Trigger??

[marshaleigh]

Hi guys,

I've just been told that my ER will be this Saturday (EEEHHH!), but on Thursday I need to go in for final blood tests and then stay for a couple hours to have medicine administered via IV. In all the excitement/confusion, I forgot to ask what medicine and why.  Has anyone had this before?

I'm overseas, in Bulgaria, so the protocol doesn't always match what I hear you all talking about back home. I like my doctor, but in general, they give you very little information as you go through the process. I feel consistently lost and the language barrier with the nurses makes it tough! Anyone have an idea what this IV medicine deal is all about?

[spring78]

Sorry, I have no idea. I just wanted to say good luck and offer (((hugs))). I'm sorry this is causing you added stress!

[twinkie0612]

The only IVs I have done for IVF cycles have been Intralipids and IVIG, but those are for immune issues I was diagnosed with and those are usually done about a week before transfer. If I suppose it could also be antibiotics, most women are on oral antibiotics before retrieval, but I was on oral and suppositories. Maybe they prefer IV antibiotics? I would ask your nurse.

[marshaleigh]

Thanks, twinkie0612. I never considered antibiotics, but I guess that makes sense. Hopefully there will be an English speaking nurse on duty tomorrow.

spring78, I see your ER is coming up too. Good luck! I hope all goes well.

[marshaleigh]

So, it turns out it was a calcium drip. I have no idea why I needed it. From the way the nurses were talking, all IVF patients get it. Oh well, guess it couldn't hurt.

[laurensc927]

No advice here, just wanted to wish you luck!

[sammae]

Good luck!

[snd1231]

No advice but good luck!!

[lovegrilledcheese]

Good luck Saturday!

[tumbleweed]

Good luck!!!

[ttcbabyj]

Good luck on Saturday!

[rainbowbridge14]

Good luck!

And because I am a nerd I looked it up. According to this article it seems that the calcium drip can help aid in the prevention of OHSS. Since you have PCOS I am sure they are worried about that. I hope it helps.