Monday, March 14, 2011

Thick Uterine Lining or Bust

Today's appointment didn't reveal what I was hoping. I can't say that I'm not a little disappointed, but thankfully, a FET provides wonderful flexibility, so there's no stressful time constraint on my uterine lining still being thin.

My uterine lining only measured at a measly 7.5 mm. It was triple-striped, though, which is important, but it's still so thin!

To give you an idea of what the endometrium cavity looks like on a sonogram, here's a picture. The computer-drawn line is where the sonographer measures the thickness. This specific diagram shows a thickness of 11mm.

Photo courtesy of Google Images.

So, I have been instructed to keep on the same protocol of two 2 mg Estrace tablets twice a day, and one inserted vaginally before bed. I was surprised Dr. Weckstein didn't increase my dosage, but I completely trust his judgment. No questions asked.

My E2 level was 699, which my nurse said was good. I don't know what the acceptable range is, but "good" is good enough for me!

My next sonogram/E2 appointment is Thursday. Hopefully my uterine lining will be more promising! :)

10 comments:

waiting and wishing said...

Wishing you a nice thick lining for those little babes to snuggle into! I'm sure Thursday will bring better news! Thinking of you, friend!

Brave IVF Girl said...

That seems like a good estradiol level - I hope Thursday shows a thicker lining -- it's on its way!

DandelionBreeze said...

Great that you have the flexibility with an FET cycle and can get it just right... this IVF thing seems to be such an exact science that it's amazing to think how fine-tuned mother nature has to be for anyone to get pregnant naturally ! Wishing you all the best for Thursday xoxo

Nessa Lomiva said...

Fingers crossed for you that Thursday sonogram gives you the results you're hoping for.

Michelle said...

Hang in there, it will get thicker. And no googling! If the nurse said its good, its good. :)

Rach said...

Hoping for the best on Thursday!!

Stephanie said...

Slow and steady wins the race!! You'll get there!!! Try to enjoy the flexibility with FET :)

Heidi said...

I'm praying for you!

Kelly said...

Come on lining!!!

Thinking of you!

Anonymous said...

Hope the luck of the Irish is with you on Thursday!!!