I did IUI 9 days ago, I know that I'm not supposed to take a pregnancy test as the fertility drugs that I was taking will give me a false positive, I'm just wondering how long it stays in your system. The last time I did IUI I took a test 14 days after and it was negative. 9 days in I'm going out of my mind with stress and worry! Can anyone help?
Like most things in life, it depends. Here it depends on the HcG shot (that you presumably took for the IUI which can cause false positive) and how much did it elevate the HcG levels at that time. The good news is that hcG has a fairly short-life (average 36 hours or so), so it does quickly get out of your system. By 10 dpo, it is very likely that it is below 20 (minimum levels for most HPTs).
However, I think 14 days is the standard protocol to wait after hcG shot before testing.
perhaps test at 12 dpo, and if it is faint positive, re-test again at 14dpo, so see if it has changed to a BFP! Good luck.
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I have been trying to get pregnant for about 8 months. My husband and I have no succeeded. I am wondering if anyone has any tips or if any one may know some natural remedies to boost fertility. Thanks for all answers.
semen..Just joking! A sense of humor goes a long way sometimes. Have your blood tested for food allergies and find a good spa to relax once a week or a fertility dr. Good Luck hope to c u on the parenting ?’s soon 
This probably seems like a stupid question but I truly need to have it answered. I had Chlamydia twice and worry all the time that it might have scarred my ovaries or something….I’ve had two pap smears since and my cervix seems to be fine but they never actually look internally to check and make sure the tubes and ovaries are fine…..Do I have to go to a fertility specialist to get checked internally or if I voice my concerns to my gynecologist will he check?
Talk to your Gyn, but from my experience Gyn's don't always know what they are doing, especially if you have infertility problems. That is why I see a RE now.
I have to do an essay and we have to talk about the good points and the negative points about using reproductive hormones to alter human fertility. HELP! Please! =D
progesterone and oestrogen are the main hormones used to reduce human fertility whereas LH and FSH are used to promote it. All of which are found naturally in the body.
There has been many links between the contraceptive pill, which contains progesterone and oestrogen, with cancer. However, without oestrogen in the body, which occurs during the menopause, osteoperosis is more likely to occur as the blood-calcium levels are increased so the bone-calcium levels are decreased.
LH and FSH cause the production and release of the follicles into the fallopian tube, so when this is increase more eggs are released making the probability of pregnancy much higher. However, this does run the risk of more then one follicle being fertilised. If many are then some will have to be removed to preserve the mothers health. This can stimulate many ethical arguments about right to life for the unborn child.
Hope this gets you started
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We all hear about ways men can increase their sperm count, but does anyone know of natural at-home ways to raise female fertility? I've heard that some use herbal remedies, others certain "positions"- any tips?
We all hear about ways men can increase their sperm count, but does anyone know of natural at-home ways to raise female fertility? I've heard that some use herbal remedies, others certain "positions"- any tips?
P.S. I take a multi vitamin, don't drink or smoke, and have moderate exercise everyday!
P.S. I take a multi vitamin, don't drink or smoke, and have moderate exercise everyday!
Be sure to start by taking pre-natal vitamins while you are trying to conceive and stay on them during your pregnancy. This will give you the added folic acid that may not be in your regular multi-vitamin.
Here are some fertility foods for women:
Tea - Green tea and orange pekoe tea are both excellent fertility enhancers. Tea contains a high level of antioxidants which aid in healthy immune systems. Research has shown that women who regularly drink tea increase their chance of conception.
Foods rich in vitamin C - Fruits, especially citrus, help enhance fertility, especially in men. Vitamin C plays a role in boosting the immune system, and thus helps to aid in a healthy conception.
Foods high in calcium - Calcium contributes to strong bones, and is especially important for pregnant women to consume.
Vitamin B6 and Folic Acid - Leafy green vegetables, nuts and whole grains contain high levels of these nutrients. Vitamin B6 is a reproductive hormone regulator and folic acid helps to prevent certain neuro-tube defects in the fetus.
Water - probably the most important thing to consume. Get in the good habit of drinking at least eight cups of water a day.
Hope this helps!
I have insurance and everything, but I was just wondering what the monthly expense is for fertility pills. I haven't been to the doctor yet, but my hubby and I have been ttc for 9 months now with no luck.
I have insurance too, but you need to find out if your insurance covers fertility medications/treatment. Many insurance plans do not — mine included. So these prices are without insurance.
Clomid is usually the first fertility medication you are given. There are different dosages, but it averages around $100 for one cycle.
If Clomid doesn't work and you need to use injectable fertility medications, you can count on one cycle being around $1,000 (give or take a few hundred dollars). Injectable prices vary depending on your dosage, how many injections you need, etc.
Fertility treatment is very, very expensive so if your insurance covers it — count your lucky stars! Good luck.
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