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From everything I've read about IVF and ICSI, embryo transfer sounded relatively simple. But we went for ours today and it was a nightmare! Firstly my bladder wasn't full enough and the doctor, after trying unsuccessfully to get the catheter in, sent me away to drink some more water. And then the second time it still wouldn't work. After nearly an hour I felt physically and emotionally battered and bruised and was sent home. We'll try again under sedation. Has this happened to anyone else?
deleted_user
I'm so sorry this happened to you. I have not been sent home, but my transfers were not easy. The last time it seemed to take forever. They could not get through my cervix. They had to press down on me from the outside and my bladder was so full I thought I was going to pee everywhere. For me, it is very painful to have my bladder that full. I think for some it IS easy but not for everyone. How long do you have to wait to try again?
deleted_user
My transfer (almost two weeks ago) went fine. I did not feel a thing. My bladder was actually too full when I got there and so my doc. drained a little for me so that I would be more comfortable during the procedure. To me it did not seem any different than a regular pelvic exam. My doc. did give me a Valium but there was no sedation. I have never head a story like yours before.
deleted_user
Oh my...this isn't good. I'm sorry this happend to you. I'm afraid of the full bladder too. I hope you can transfer soon.
deleted_user
I am so sorry. I know what it is like to go for a transfer and be sent home with nothing. Do they think they can still do it this cycle? My docs did a practice run with the catheter at my initial exam. Did they do that for you? I thought the transfer was suppose to be the easy part too. I hope all goes well at round 2!
suzyhopes
I had to be cathed both times I did IVF because my ovarian mass presses on my bladder and I feel full when I am not and it is incredibly painful to have to full a bladder. I am suprised the doc couldn't get you cathed. When will they try again?
deleted_user
Thank you so much for your replies. It's so encouraging to feel I can share this with others who understand. Hooray! The doctor did the transfer yesterday under sedation without any problems! I feel pretty wierd now. Not sure exactly what to do! Hold thumbs for the 2 little embryos nestling in now!
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