 | Diary Navigation:
|
October 16, 2001
C#12, CD#11
Hi Everyone,
Well, I survived! My HSG was today (about an hour ago, as a matter of fact), and, as I suspected, I had myself hyped up for something way worse than it actually was. I really wasn't as upset as I thought I would be, though, but I do have to say it was NOT as bad as I'd expected! Not something I'd really choose to do in my spare time, but it went fine. The important thing is that my tubes are free and clear! It was pretty cool to see inside my uterus. The dr. showed me where all of my parts were, and said my uterus is tipped, but that's okay.
For those of you who are wondering what a HSG is like, I'll tell you what they did. First, I was called in and told to undress from the waist down, donning a lovely exam gown. I was glad I got to keep my shirt on, because I was cold and nervous! The tech came in and got me set up on a table, then took some x-rays of my abdominal area through my gown. The dr. came in and explained what he was going to do (first "he" doctor to ever be down there). He inserted the speculum (always a treat) and put the catheter up into my cervix. That really didn't hurt much, just felt like getting a pap smear. Then they inflated the balloon, and that's when I felt pressure and cramping. Not too bad, really, and kind of cold feeling the dye. He showed me the x-ray screen while the tech took pictures, and during that part of it I was really feeling fine. I'd say the most annoying part of the procedure was laying on the table with the catheter in me waiting for them to make sure the films came out okay. I was slightly uncomfortable and crampy, but I couldn't move around to make myself more comfortable, and it felt like I was there for an eternity! The dr. came back in, told me everything looked great, deflated the balloon, and that was it. The whole procecdure, including the time I was waiting on the table, was less than 20 minutes, with about 5 minutes of discomfort throughout. I had cramps for about 15 minutes afterward, but they were honestly gone before we even got home. My mom came with me, and took me to McDonald's for a coke because I was so good. :)
So, that's it. I took Vioxx (what I take for cramps) beforehand, and I don't know whether it helped or not. I don't know if my cramps would have been worse or lasted longer, but I'm not going to try it again without meds just to find out! I'm just glad that things are clear and we can proceed.
My birthday was yesterday. I joked around with DH that this was NOT the birthday gift I'd had in mind! We had dinner with my family and I got some money, which I used to pay for the new clothes I've bought myself over the past few weeks. Chris got me a present this summer while we were on vacation, a snoopy figurine (I LOVE Snoopy and Peanuts), and he also got my some mums for my garden. Of course, the one gift I really wanted for my birthday was a baby, and although I was sad for that part, I realize that things are moving along and we will be parents at some point in the not-too-distant future. Besides, I think finding out my tubes aren't blocked just might be the next best thing.
On that note, I'm going to leave you for a while. I think I'm going to officially take some time off of writing until we move on to my next cycle. Since we're just kind of coasting this cycle, I may as well take full advantage of it and really get my mind off TTC for a while. I am really ready to focus on other things, even if only for the next few weeks.
I wish everyone out there lots and lots of reproductive health and happiness! I'm hoping to hear lots of positive news around here in the weeks to come.
Take care,
Laura
 |  |
|
want to keep a diary on iParenting?
Authoring a diary on the iParenting network allows you to chronicle your family's story, preserving it for years to come. It's also a great way to get the most out of the iParenting community. Click here to start...
|
The iParenting Media Awards program helps parents find the best products for their families. 
