Saturday, March 26, 2011

OHSS Blues & A Cry for Help

So, it's official...My doc thinks I have at least a mild case of OHSS, but we won't know more till the transfer tomorrow. 

I've been chugging Vitamin Water like no one's business, and trying to eat protein when I can stomach to eat anything.  I walked around a little today and did some household chores, and now I'm trying to relax with my feet up, but I think the exertions today and the last few days might have made things worse. 

I'm beginning to worry about being benched for transfer if things continue deteriorating, and I'm hoping for some advice from you ladies.  Has anyone out there gone through this and been able to go through with the transfer?  Is there anything more I can be doing for myself today to prepare? 

Help! :(



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17 comments:

  1. hopeisafourletterwordMarch 26, 2011 at 5:21 PM

    I have no personal advice for you but I know my friend had mild OHSS and was still able to go through with her transfer, it actually got worse after the transfer but she ended up with a BFP and has a beautiful little girl now so I am keeping my fingers crossed that this is what happens for you!

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  2. foxyMarch 26, 2011 at 5:53 PM

    oh kerri, It sucks that you have this additional hurdle. bleghhh. I will be sending you some extra special thoughts. Have you tried the Odwala protein drinks? or another liquid form of protein, like Ensure? There are times when I just don;t feel like eating, but can usually stomach sipping on one of those drinks. I think they have something like 20 grams of protein per drink. Gosh I wish I had some better advice or a magic pill to offer you. Keep those feet up! xoxo - Foxy

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  3. Empty WholeMarch 26, 2011 at 6:34 PM

    I drank coconut water after my retrieval - it has more electrolytes then the sports drinks - but I didn't like the plain flavor. It does come in pineapple flavor to give us infertiles our daily dose of pineapple.

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  4. Momma BeeMarch 26, 2011 at 7:00 PM

    AH! What?
    OMG! When will they take a peek to be sure? Did he give you any instructions to help calm down the OHSS? Maybe lower the dosages?
    Ok, I'm RE-crossing my fingers and toes a little bit tighter!!!

    And of course sending you tons of HUGS!

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  5. marilynMarch 26, 2011 at 7:18 PM

    oh no!!! So sorry... I have never been there. Keep on drinking though:(

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  6. Lori LeRoyMarch 26, 2011 at 7:44 PM

    I also had OHSS and had my transfer. My doc had me downing Gatorade and putting my feet up.

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  7. ~ebc~March 26, 2011 at 7:51 PM

    what about smoothies with extra protein powder added?

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  8. ADSchillMarch 26, 2011 at 7:54 PM

    I hope you are in the clear for your transfer! I don't have any experience with OHSS, but I am prone to it, so I may someday be in your shoes.

    I am praying for you and hope things settle down in there and you can continue on with the plan.

    Good luck sweetie!

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  9. Miss MacMarch 26, 2011 at 8:23 PM

    There is a girl in my blog roll (Sara) who had severe OHSS, still had a 3 day transfer and now has a beautiful baby boy! Get plenty of protein, drink gatorade or cytomax and rest. Hang in there, wishing you all the best!

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  10. DrevasMarch 26, 2011 at 8:50 PM

    Just catching up on your blog... so sorry about the OHSS! Hopefully things get better and you will be able to move forward with transferring one or two of those beautiful embryos!

    Thinking of you...

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  11. Just Us & A Miracle Baby too!March 26, 2011 at 8:58 PM

    Oh Kerrik! I am so sorry to hear this!! I have heard of people continuing on with their cycles and even getting BFP's! Just depends on each person. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers that everything works out in your favor!

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  12. HopeMarch 26, 2011 at 11:59 PM

    I found you through ICLW, and, although I don't have any advice, I just wanted to say that I really hope things don't deteriorate, and you are able to go ahead with the transfer as planned.

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  13. Fucking InfertilityMarch 27, 2011 at 2:53 AM

    Oh no! I don't have any tips, but I hope you get better soon!

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  14. LisaBMarch 27, 2011 at 8:53 AM

    Oh no! I hope you feel much better soon! My friend had a pretty bad case with her cycle - ended up in the hospital, but she is pregnant!! Sending positive thoughts and prayers your way!

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  15. Mrs BabyDreamMarch 27, 2011 at 12:14 PM

    Hey, my transfer had to be postponed due to OHSS back in October. We then did a FET in December and I got a bfp (unfortunately ended in m/c but that's unrelated). I was glad we waited as a bfp would have made the OHSS so much worse. I felt awful with OHSS, really sick and could barely drink water, ended up on a drip. By time the FET came around, I felt so well and healthy, my body was really ready for the embryos. Best of luck!

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  16. KeyaMarch 27, 2011 at 12:47 PM

    Oh no, that sucks. I don't have any advice, but I hope you feel better soon. Take care.

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  17. LaurelMarch 27, 2011 at 6:31 PM

    Really hope you are feeling better, everything went wonderful today and you are carrying around one or two your precious, gorgeous embies in their loving, safe home. Positive thoughts coming your way.

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