tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7997674901661163175.post5829806966589667546..comments2024-02-25T01:22:11.384-05:00Comments on Compromised Fertility: Becoming a more patient personLizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16622876789284884234noreply@blogger.comBlogger9125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7997674901661163175.post-83906167735767669992011-08-29T10:09:22.547-04:002011-08-29T10:09:22.547-04:00I'm glad they are investigating this further. ...I'm glad they are investigating this further. Hopefully nothing will come up with the SHG but of so, it sounds like it will be easy to fix. I know what you mean about impending EDD'<br />s though. I've passed through two, and both times I couldn't believe that I wasn't pregnant yet. It just sucks.<br /><br />I don't think you have anything to lose with researching other clinics. I'm sure it happens all the time, and in the end, who care what your doctor thinks? You need to be your own advoate, and if that means exploring all your options, I think you should go for it...just my 2 cents!A m a n d ahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15522409790762503985noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7997674901661163175.post-64983379343441195592011-08-28T22:00:08.533-04:002011-08-28T22:00:08.533-04:00So sorry to hear your having a hard time! It is a...So sorry to hear your having a hard time! It is a tough choice and I hope you can lean on each other while making it. After my experience, I wouldn't hesitate to look for a second opinion if I wasn't feeling comfortable. Perhaps there's a way for it not to be awkward? It is just so important, I feel, that you get the attention and answers you need. <br /><br />I also wanted to say thank you for your input on my OHSS scare. There is definitely a pattern here--everyone is saying my numbers are far too high. I knew it didn't feel right, but it is so hard to lose trust in someone you've been comfortable with for so long. Sigh. I suppose we will be going elsewhere soon, but the unknowns are so scary. <br /><br />Best of luck to your uterus and embies!bean dreamshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03190918138869732617noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7997674901661163175.post-10097196060943899332011-08-28T20:15:19.507-04:002011-08-28T20:15:19.507-04:00I'm so sorry that you are having such a hard t...I'm so sorry that you are having such a hard time at the moment.... and I don't envy your choice, I can only hope that you find peace in the choice you make. I would think that seeing someone for a 2nd opinion couldn't be a bad thing, but I see your apprehension in it with it maybe causing friction in the relationship you have now with your current DR. I wish I had magic words of advice... <br /><br />Happy ICLW from # 86 <3MoonNStarMommyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14105390387268299310noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7997674901661163175.post-79690862675655660902011-08-26T17:33:32.603-04:002011-08-26T17:33:32.603-04:00I am so sorry you might be delayed, I hope they f...I am so sorry you might be delayed, I hope they figure things out fast and your uterus becomes a very comfortable place for your Frosties!!!<br /><br />happy ICLW<br />#75Sarahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12659495120851692141noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7997674901661163175.post-81406347828869094412011-08-26T16:57:58.105-04:002011-08-26T16:57:58.105-04:00I think the second opinion is a good idea, like PP...I think the second opinion is a good idea, like PP said I don't think he will take it personally.<br />I'm hoping they have a cancellation or something and can get you in sooner for your ultrasound.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7997674901661163175.post-11412388077528435452011-08-26T09:40:11.700-04:002011-08-26T09:40:11.700-04:00I think a second opinion is a good idea. People t...I think a second opinion is a good idea. People talk about their experiences with their doctors as if everyone is going through the same thing,but I feel like we all have pretty different experiences. For example, my doc always does the ultrasounds - not a tech, my doc. Even when the were happening every other day. Setting up an appointment for an u/s, the longest I ever had to schedule out was 6 days. And that's at the biggest and busiest clinic in town! <br /><br />The other clinic might not be an option for you or it might not be the right option based on personalities, but I think there are a lot of different ways physicians and clinics operationalize the business part of IVF. At least finding out what else is out there will help you make sure that you are getting the support you need.Beth Brakewoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09791885157617233948noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7997674901661163175.post-58751865869569742022011-08-25T21:00:50.220-04:002011-08-25T21:00:50.220-04:00I don't think it would hurt to get a second op...I don't think it would hurt to get a second opinion. I'm sorry this is so hard, it's unfair. ((hugs))Mhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16628425225127969675noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7997674901661163175.post-69430378331140320092011-08-25T10:36:01.157-04:002011-08-25T10:36:01.157-04:00So sorry this is dragging on for you. If you find ...So sorry this is dragging on for you. If you find a way to truly embrace patience, will you share? <br /><br />As far as a second opinion goes, I think that is your right as a patient. I attend a peer support group monthly, and one of the things that is stressed is that we have to be our own advocates. I think second opinions are a medical fact of life, and doctors expect it. And just because you get one, doesn't mean you need to actually switch doctors for treatment. You can always tell them that since you're stuck waiting, you want to cover your bases and use the time to seek out other opinions. <br /><br />I am in a similar situation, where I really like and trust my doctor. We're at the best gyno hospital in our area, and like 4 in the country. But, if our second IVF does not work, we will be getting a second opinion, if nothing else to see what someone might do differently. <br /><br />Whatever you decide, good luck!Jenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02556722325372102710noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7997674901661163175.post-34485635611987199802011-08-25T09:55:52.546-04:002011-08-25T09:55:52.546-04:00Imo, it can't hurt to check out the other doc ...Imo, it can't hurt to check out the other doc and see what he has to say. If Dr. S even finds out that your records were sent to the other office, I'm sure that he, being a medical professional, has encountered that often, and would in no way blame you.<br /><br />YOU are the important one in this. Sure, he is a human and his feelings/thoughts matter, but you can only be responsible for yourself! I say go for it. Options are nice to have :)unaffectedhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01847927139783349391noreply@blogger.com