~*~Waiting To Do Something 7/20~*~

[nuggetrn]

Getting in here as fast as I can! I feel like I have not started this thread in forever!!

Gooood Morning WTDS Ladies!! I hope you have all had good weeks

The Waiting to Do Something Thread is posted once a week (usually on Mondays) for those of us that experience long, extended cycles. Whether it's medicated cycles, long (45ish+ days) cycles, postpartum/breastfeeding, TTA, on the bench, or something else, this is the place we gather throughout the week to discuss and vent about our slightly unique situation.

Numbers:

Circumstances:

Rants/ Raves/ NFNSQ:

GTKY: What was the last movie, TV show or book that made you cry or tear up? Do you cry easily and often at movies/books, etc...?

[nuggetrn]

Numbers: CD15

Circumstances: TTA until a least September, long, irregular cycles.

Rants/ Raves/ NFNSQ: So, I had my appt with the OB/GYN last week. I was super nervous, he was great, I left feeling really good and then later sat down to really think about things and I still don't know if I am totally on the right track. I told him what was up, my cycles, my symptoms and he was basically like - it sounds like you have PCOS. Yea, I know, that is what my old OB wanted to look into as well. He took some blood work and wanted to start me on metformin and spironolactone right away. He ordered them but I am still waiting on some definitive results. None of the blood work came back hugely telling... at least in my eyes. I am still waiting on a couple more labs that haven't come back though... so maybe they will say something. I need to call the office today because I missed a call from the nurse on Friday. I am assuming because the blood work didn't really confirm anything he'll have me maybe come in for an US or do some more looking at...? Idk.

GTKY: What was the last movie, TV show or book that made you cry or tear up? Do you cry easily and often at movies/books, etc...? Inside out... I definitely cried at least three times. I didn't used to be so affected by movies or books but I have found in the last few years I have gotten increasingly more weepy, I don't know whats up with that.

[bl1210]

Numbers: month 11/cycle 8 (I think); CD 26/DPO 4

Circumstances: PCOS and 1500mg Metformin

Rants/ Raves/ NFNSQ: GUISE!!! I got my very first CH!!! I can't believe this is real life. I am still skeptical but hey, dotted CH after 11 months is encouraging. We will see if they stay for the next few days. If you have a free minute, can I get a chart stalk and your opinions, please? I'm playing here and in the TWW today

GTKY: What was the last movie, TV show or book that made you cry or tear up? Do you cry easily and often at movies/books, etc...? I cried watching ESPN the other day. Those inspirational stories get me every single time!!

[nuggetrn]

bl1210, I saw you in the TWW and got super excited for you!!! Yay for CHs!!



(reenactment of me seeing you over there)

ETA: Looked at your chart and temps seem promising, it will be interesting to see what they do over the next few days with that temp dip (but still it is above the cover line). Are you tracking CM at all?

[Andrea]

nuggetrn, Fx that you get some answers and a solid game plan in place so you will be ready to go when you guys start actively trying!

bl1210, Hooray for CHs!!!!

[bl1210]

nuggetrn, glad your new OB got things going with bloodwork. I hope you get some clarification soon! I noticed last week I had a significant increase in CM, but I didn't chart it. I told MH that we had one shot at GKU this cycle, but I was honestly more happy about possibly ovulating. That is a huge step forward and gives us a real chance!

[teachermomtobe]

nuggetrn, that's frustrating that you don't have more answers. Hopefully the rest of the blood work and talking with the nurse will give you some more information.
bl1210, yay for CHs! I'd give it a few more days to confirm but it definitely looks possible!

Numbers: CD 75, Month 3/Cycle 1 of TTC

Circumstances: long, irregular cycles

Rants/ Raves/ NFNSQ: Just playing the waiting game over here. I plan to start Provera next week if I don't get CD1 before then. That way I will hopefully be able to get my CD3 bloodvwork done before I go on vacation. I'm only going an hour away so if I had to come back for blood work I would because at this point I just want answers! Question for you ladies who have taken Provera: What should I expect for side effects? I'm going to probably start it while I'm away with my in-laws and just want some idea of what's coming.

GTKY: What was the last movie, TV show or book that made you cry or tear up? Do you cry easily and often at movies/books, etc...? I cry so easily over everything that I see/hear/read! I cry at the "feel good story" at the end of the news most times! So the last time I cried was probably over the weekend while watching the news lol.

[bl1210]

teachermomtobe, the first time I took Provera wasn't too terrible. I had a TERRIBLE af that month but mood wise, I was ok. The next two times were a nightmare. I would get so raging mad one second then cry the next. One day I came home after a bad day, and MH mentioned that I forgot to bump the AC up before I left that morning, and I balled like a baby. Crazy train for sure! That being said, I believe it effects everyone differently.

[nuggetrn]

Well, spoke to the nurse at the OBGYN and apparently my insulin levels were "very elevated." They were just a teensy bit out of range but they were also in uIU/mL so I wasn't familiar with the level of sensitivity there. And got the other blood work... looks like the OB is happy with calling that PCOS along with everything else I've got going on and wants me to start the meds.

So yay? I want to be happy with these results but also I guess just want to make sure I am doing all of this right.

[nuggetrn]

teachermomtobe, I have no personal experiences with provera but have heard stories about what it does to your moods... lol. Do your inlaws know you guys are trying/know what's going on?

[bl1210]

nuggetrn, what about your testosterone levels? My OBGYN said that along with my ultrasound confirmed PCOS.

[nuggetrn]

Jul 20, 2015 10:29:35 GMT -5 bl1210 said:

nuggetrn, what about your testosterone levels? My OBGYN said that along with my ultrasound confirmed PCOS.

They were 31 and the range is 14-76.

I also had this blood work done on CD10 and specifically asked how important that was. Then came back here to read up on some things and feel like a complete idiot because a couple of things I had drawn, like progesterone and estriadol need drawn on CD3. So not very happy with myself about that.

[Deleted]

bl1210, ch's look legit to me, keep on temping to be sure!

nuggetrn, hope you get more information that helps you feel ready for metformin/medication

Numbers: ttc 12 cycles, ntnp 2nd cycle

Circumstances: just old lady hanging here, hopeful for all of you

Rants/ Raves/ NFNSQ:

GTKY: What was the last movie, TV show or book that made you cry or tear up? Do you cry easily and often at movies/books, etc...? I'm a baby! I cry, or tear up at least, very easily. We watched The Pursuit of Happiness recently (Will Smith movie) uhm hell yes I was just about boohooing during that.

[bl1210]

Jul 20, 2015 10:33:11 GMT -5 nuggetrn said:

Jul 20, 2015 10:29:35 GMT -5 bl1210 said:

nuggetrn, what about your testosterone levels? My OBGYN said that along with my ultrasound confirmed PCOS.

They were 31 and the range is 14-76.

I also had this blood work done on CD10 and specifically asked how important that was. Then came back here to read up on some things and feel like a complete idiot because a couple of things I had drawn, like progesterone and estriadol need drawn on CD3. So not very happy with myself about that.

Did you have an ultrasound?  My ultra sound tech probably wasn't supposed to say this but she said I had "textbook PCOS".  

[nuggetrn]

Jul 20, 2015 10:43:35 GMT -5 bl1210 said:

Jul 20, 2015 10:33:11 GMT -5 nuggetrn said:

They were 31 and the range is 14-76.

I also had this blood work done on CD10 and specifically asked how important that was. Then came back here to read up on some things and feel like a complete idiot because a couple of things I had drawn, like progesterone and estriadol need drawn on CD3. So not very happy with myself about that.

Did you have an ultrasound?  My ultra sound tech probably wasn't supposed to say this but she said I had "textbook PCOS".  

I did not have an ultrasound... And I think that is what is making me pause honestly.

[acorn99]

Numbers:
cycle 3 Month 4 CD15


Circumstances:
long irregular cycles


Rants/ Raves/ NFNSQ:
meh, just hunkering down for the long wait for ovulation


GTKY: What was the last movie, TV show or book that made you cry or tear up? Do you cry easily and often at movies/books, etc...? I usually hate books and movies that make me cry. But I did tear up a bit when we watched Interstellar this weekend. That was one interesting movie....

[Andrea]

nuggetrn, If you need to talk. I am here!

teachermomtobe, Provera makes me a crazy person. The side effects from that were worse than the letrozole I took this cycle. Everyone is different, but good luck.

[bl1210]

Jul 20, 2015 10:47:00 GMT -5 nuggetrn said:

Jul 20, 2015 10:43:35 GMT -5 bl1210 said:

Did you have an ultrasound?  My ultra sound tech probably wasn't supposed to say this but she said I had "textbook PCOS".  

I did not have an ultrasound... And I think that is what is making me pause honestly.

I might would call and ask about one.  They aren't fun, but I think seeing the problem on the screen helped ease my mind.  It reassured me that there was a reason, and my DR wasn't just throwing meds at me. 

[bl1210]

nuggetrn,I will also add that Andrea and wanderingheart helped answer a lot of my questions.

[penguin129]

Numbers: cycle 4 of charting

Circumstances: waiting until novemberish to tfas because of things and stuff

Rants/Raves/NFNSQ: I'm just having some feelz. I barely knew anything about TTC last time around. This time I am overwhelmed by all the information I know, the good and the bad.

GTKY: I most likely cried at a rerun of Grey's Anatomy from the early years.

[JustJudy]

bl1210, Looks like the CH are real to me. Tracking CM might help get you to solid, but those temps seem very promising.

Numbers: Month 7/ Cycle 8

Circumstances: 6 unmedicated IUIs with DS. Waiting for an HSG test, happening next week. Possibly adding Letrozole next cycle.

Rants/ Raves/ NFNSQ: I'm trying to not get too nervous about the HSG test, I need to stop reading stories on the internet about it!

GTKY: I am the biggest baby when it comes to crying at movies/tv/books. I caught up on Grey's Anatomy on Netflix this week and when Derek died this was me:

[nuggetrn]

I might will probably send a message to the office online about getting an ultrasound to confirm it. I was feeling really good at the appt and now I am just like... none of this seems right. And I am a big baby and am apparently all talk because I hate the idea of having to call back and demand more tests.

Even though in my head I am mostly convinced I have PCOS and I need to do something about it. I guess I just feel like an US will confirm that there is something going on in my ovaries that the meds can help.

Bleh.

[littlelion]

nuggetrn, hope you get some answers soon
bl1210, yay for CH!
teachermomtobe, no experience, but good luck with the Provera!

Numbers:
N/A (temping to get the hang of it)


Circumstances:
TTA until Sept. Working on improving blood pressure (weight loss) and now my new insurance won't kick in until Sept!


Rants/ Raves/ NFNSQ:
I've never been so ready for AF to return. I'd like to see my FF chart for my first cycle complete. DH is eager to get the ball rolling.  I don't know why except that he's probably worried about my age (Oct I turn 40). I'd like to be as healthy as possible before we start this crazy roller coaster. 


GTKY: What was the last movie, TV show or book that made you cry or tear up? Do you cry easily and often at movies/books, etc...? I've been catching up on Grey's Anatomy this past week. Any episode with babies or pregnancy makes me cry.  I used to cry a lot (nickname was cry baby) and then in high school I stopped. And my cousin would call me a robot. Fast fwd to early 30's and the water works came back. I'll start crying if, for whatever reason, start thinking really sad thoughts. 

[penguin129]

nuggetrn I'm sorry you are having a tough time getting back in touch with your doctor and asking for more tests. I would probably be the same way.

bl1210 Yay for crosshairs! I lurked 2ww and saw you there.

teachermomtobe I hope your cycle ends soon so you don't have take the meds.

JustJudy Grey's gets me every time.

[acorn99]

nuggetrn, I hope you can get in for the US and get moving in the right direction.
bl1210, yay for CHs!!
teachermomtobe, I hope CD1 ones so that you can get the ball rolling and some answers. Also-I have taken Provera twice and had no problems with side effects.
ugaqueencity, I totally cried when Michael Scott left The Office.
penguin129, I know how you feel, the first month of TFAS was kind of overwhelming, knowing what I know now that I didnt before.
JustJudy, I hope you can get in for your HSG asap.
littlelion, good luck with the temping! I know how it can be such a hard habit to start.

[Rama]

HAI WTDS!! I miss you lovelies, so I peeked in to answer some questions. :)

nuggetrn My OB dx'd me based on elevated testosterone (according to her, not according to the labs) and irregular/long cycles. She is one of those doctors that knows she knows best and I hate her, though, so I didn't believe her until I got an ultrasound with my RE. The next time I saw her she said, "Well, I don't need an ultrasound to confirm because you have two of three, but see, I was right." Yeah, never seeing that bitch again. So, just throwing out a heads up that you might get a doc that will refuse to give you an ultrasound because if you're already diagnosed, it might be seen as elective.

bl1210 I hate, hate, hate, HATE bursting bubbles, but your CHs aren't convincing me. FF tried to give me the same kind of CHs in the past and my temps always came back down to the lower range, just when I'd started to get my hopes up. I'm hoping the best for you and I have EVERYTHING crossed, trust me, just steele your heart a little, in case it's fucking with you. <3

teachermomtobe Provera wasn't too bad for me, maybe a bit more moody? It was basically the same PMS for me, with a little higher highs and lower lows. My period was just as easy as normal, though. It can be rough, since it's getting rid of 2-3 months of lining instead of just 1, so there's that to possibly look forward to.



All the ovulatory, periody, body-worky vibes for everyone! I'm cheering for you all!

[bl1210]

Rama, I have my guard up trust me, however I have never had temps stay "up" more than a day or two. I'm just going to embrace them while I have them.

[nuggetrn]

Jul 20, 2015 11:54:59 GMT -5 Rama said:

HAI WTDS!! I miss you lovelies, so I peeked in to answer some questions.

nuggetrn My OB dx'd me based on elevated testosterone (according to her, not according to the labs) and irregular/long cycles. She is one of those doctors that knows she knows best and I hate her, though, so I didn't believe her until I got an ultrasound with my RE. The next time I saw her she said, "Well, I don't need an ultrasound to confirm because you have two of three, but see, I was right." Yeah, never seeing that bitch again. So, just throwing out a heads up that you might get a doc that will refuse to give you an ultrasound because if you're already diagnosed, it might be seen as elective.

bl1210 I hate, hate, hate, HATE bursting bubbles, but your CHs aren't convincing me. FF tried to give me the same kind of CHs in the past and my temps always came back down to the lower range, just when I'd started to get my hopes up. I'm hoping the best for you and I have EVERYTHING crossed, trust me, just steele your heart a little, in case it's fucking with you.

teachermomtobe Provera wasn't too bad for me, maybe a bit more moody? It was basically the same PMS for me, with a little higher highs and lower lows. My period was just as easy as normal, though. It can be rough, since it's getting rid of 2-3 months of lining instead of just 1, so there's that to possibly look forward to.



All the ovulatory, periody, body-worky vibes for everyone! I'm cheering for you all!

Bleh, Rama that's basically what he did for me... he said I can just tell by looking at you and everything that you have told me you have PCOS. 

I sent him a message so we shall see how he responds.

I guess I just really want confirmation that this is PCOS we are treating here. I have a long family history of diabetes and the only thing super elevated on my lab results was insulin levels... I don't know if that is because it is not PCOS or because I got the bloodwork done on CD10 and the hormone levels are not accurate. The testosterone not being elevated is throwing me off.

[Rama]

Jul 20, 2015 12:02:58 GMT -5 nuggetrn said:

Jul 20, 2015 11:54:59 GMT -5 Rama said:

HAI WTDS!! I miss you lovelies, so I peeked in to answer some questions. :)

nuggetrn My OB dx'd me based on elevated testosterone (according to her, not according to the labs) and irregular/long cycles. She is one of those doctors that knows she knows best and I hate her, though, so I didn't believe her until I got an ultrasound with my RE. The next time I saw her she said, "Well, I don't need an ultrasound to confirm because you have two of three, but see, I was right." Yeah, never seeing that bitch again. So, just throwing out a heads up that you might get a doc that will refuse to give you an ultrasound because if you're already diagnosed, it might be seen as elective.

bl1210 I hate, hate, hate, HATE bursting bubbles, but your CHs aren't convincing me. FF tried to give me the same kind of CHs in the past and my temps always came back down to the lower range, just when I'd started to get my hopes up. I'm hoping the best for you and I have EVERYTHING crossed, trust me, just steele your heart a little, in case it's fucking with you. <3

teachermomtobe Provera wasn't too bad for me, maybe a bit more moody? It was basically the same PMS for me, with a little higher highs and lower lows. My period was just as easy as normal, though. It can be rough, since it's getting rid of 2-3 months of lining instead of just 1, so there's that to possibly look forward to.



All the ovulatory, periody, body-worky vibes for everyone! I'm cheering for you all!

Bleh, Rama that's basically what he did for me... he said I can just tell by looking at you and everything that you have told me you have PCOS. 

I sent him a message so we shall see how he responds.

I guess I just really want confirmation that this is PCOS we are treating here. I have a long family history of diabetes and the only thing super elevated on my lab results was insulin levels... I don't know if that is because it is not PCOS or because I got the bloodwork done on CD10 and the hormone levels are not accurate. The testosterone not being elevated is throwing me off.

Do you know if it was total T that they tested?  FWIW, mine was 71, and the lab range was <=89 ng/dL, so I was *maybe* on the higher end of normal (but the 18-point difference still makes me salty).

It's okay to have gotten the BW done on CD10, I think, since it's highly likely to be pre-O.  CD3 BW is super important for treatment cycles, but I don't think the timing is so critical when you're just diagnosing.  So you can lift that worry from your chest. :)

[gabride2010]

nuggetrn, I was Dx via US only. They didn't do any blood work on me (insulin, testosterone, estradiol, etc...).

bl1210, congrats on your CH! I hope they stick around.

AFM...

Numbers: TTA until Feb 2016

Circumstances: BCP for the moment. Hopefully will be stopping after this pack, and we will just use condoms.

Rants/ Raves/ NFNSQ: I need to buy a BBT. Which do y'all recommend?

GTKY: What was the last movie, TV show or book that made you cry or tear up? Do you cry easily and often at movies/books, etc...? I hardly ever cry (in regular life or while watching TV/movies). I don't think I have ever cried from a movie or book! H jokes around and says I'm heartless. I'm not. I'm just very good at compartmentalizing emotions (side effect of the job I think).