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Unexplained Infertility

deleted_user
deleted_user
I am so confused and upset right now. I could really use some information from you girls. I have been TTC for a year and a half. But, I've been having unprotected sex for 10 years. We've only ever used the pull out method. I guess I just convinced myself that I couldn't get pregnant with the pull out method since I never did. Now, I'm beginning to worry that it's statistically impossible that I "didn't" get pregnant with the pull out method; therefore, maybe I've been infertile my entire adult life. What do you girls think. Also, I ovulate on my own, very well actually. My progesterone this month was 28 without meds. I have mild endo., but 2 different doctors told me that this means nothing. I can still conceive with mild endo. So, I guess what I'm asking is this: 1) Should I tell my doctor I've been trying for 10 years, rather than just the year and a half that we've really been trying? 2) Is mild endo. really that insignificant, or could it be playing a role in my infertility? 3) Does it sound like I have unexplained infertility? If so, where do I go from here?
deleted_user
deleted_user
First off, I'll bump this back to the top for you! :)
In regards to your questions:
1) Yes, I'd tell the doc that you've been using the "pull-out" method for 10 years - I've found that the more info you share with the doc, the better he/she can treat you.
2) From what I know, endo can play a role in your infertility.
3) I can't answer to that one - I'm still technically "unexplained" myself, even though we know that I don't ovulate regularly, my hormones are out-of-whack, and I have a uterine septum. Go figure!
Has your doctor tested both you and your husband to rule out any other factors (ie, blocked tubes, or a male factor problem)? I wish I knew where to tell all of us to go from here - but quite simply, the only thing I can think to say is that we all just keep on going wherever it is that we want to go! I hope I helped answer at least some of your questions - but I do think you should definitely speak to your doc about this! Good luck, and let me know if you ever want to talk.
deleted_user
deleted_user
It's me again. I forgot to mention that my DH is fine. He's been tested, and he's definitely not the problem.
turtlegirl
turtlegirl
My girlfriend has a sweet little boy named Brady using the "pullout method". I think it is really impoartnat that you talk to you doctor.
deleted_user
deleted_user
I would see "Unexplained" as "there is still hope"!!! Talk to your RE and see what options you have. You are young and sometimes just a little help from the doctors is all you need. With today's technology (IUI, IVF) nothing is impossible.
Good luck!!!
deleted_user
deleted_user
I THINK YOU SHOULD TELL YOUR DOCTOR THAT YOU WERE HAVING UNPROTECTED SEX FOR THE WHOLE 10 YEARS. NOT REALLY TRYING BUT NEVER GOT PREGNANT.
deleted_user
deleted_user
Im unexplained....but i still have lots of hope, even at 34....i have a few friends who used the "pull out" method and when they tried to have kids they got pregnant....but the more info you give your doc the better....
deleted_user
deleted_user
I too had unprotected sex for about 12 years. My RE said "Looks to me like you've been TTC for 12 years--not 5."
Anyway, My day 3 blood test(FSH level) showed that my "egg reserve" was that of a 45 year old woman, even though I'm only 34. Not that all 45 year olds have bad eggs, but in my case,that was the problem. IVF was my only option. Talk to an RE ASAP.
deleted_user
deleted_user
I have U.I, 6 years, and decided it was not going to happen without help. I've just done IVF for the first time and got a positive. U.I is frustrating.
Good luck
deleted_user
deleted_user
I'm unexplained and nothing is more frustrating. Endo can play a role in fertility issues, the DR's can address it though. First thing first is convince yourself you can get pregnant, Talk nicely to yoruself and tell your Dr. everything.
baby-blues99
baby-blues99
I am in the same situation that you are. We have been TTC for 8 years and we have never used birth control either. I also have mild endo, ovulate on my own and my Dh is fine. We didin't seek infertility help until about a 1 1/2 ago. We have since done 4 IUI's. We had no success on the 1st 2 but did get add acupuncture with the 4th and got a bfp only to lose it at 5 weeks. We have been on break since then. I am hoping to do acupuncture again after the 1st of the year and take it from there. I would definately tell your doc that you have been having unprotected sex for 10 years.
kimbochi
kimbochi
Have you had your tubes checked? I have mild/mod endo and one of my tubes is blocked... right there my chances are already lowered. Also, have you had a lap and was the endo zapped?
deleted_user
deleted_user
I am on the same line of thought as kim. have you had any internal testing? you want to make sure there is no blockage.
deleted_user
deleted_user
My first question is if you are seeing an RE. Generally speaking, an OB just doesn't have the same training and schooling as an RE. I also agree about the lap and having your tubes checked. Endo can not be diagnosed officially without having a lap. Mild endo can make it more difficult to get pregnant according to my OB/RE. I had a lap for my endo and discovered that it wasn't as mild as we thought (stage 3) and I had a tube blocked that she was able to partially clean out. She also said that our best chance to get PG was within 6 months after my surgery as the endo may start to grow back after that.
deleted_user
deleted_user
These ladies have already given you tons of great advice, so I will just wish you luck in your next steps of your journey.
deleted_user
deleted_user
Your definately not alone...I'm in the same situation as well...Just keep the faith girl, that's all we have when nobody else has the answers we need. In the 11 yrs of unprotected sex(I'm in the same boat as you), It becomes more frustrating as time goes on. Try not to beat yourself up...and definatly tell your dr how long you've been trying. xoxo
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