Is my AF normal? TMI ALERT
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Topic: Is my AF normal? TMI ALERT
Posted By: BeanieG
Subject: Is my AF normal? TMI ALERT
Date Posted: 27 March 2012 at 4:53pm
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Hi Ladies,
I am a little worried about my AF, and was wondering if anyone else has had the same as me and got pregnant? A bit of background: We have been TTC #1 for over a year and have just started IUI cycle #2 with Clomid. DH spermies are really good, I have had a lap - no endo and tubes clear. DH = 28, me = 27. I usually have a shortish (26 day) cycle and a very light AF but painful cramps. So 2 months ago (before first IUI) I went to the acupuncturist to help our fertility. He saw me about 3 times and put me on herbal pills to help my cycle, he said he was working on my blood flow as my AF is quite often brown with a few small clots. So that month after seeing him AF was a nice red colour, no clots or anything. Then this month I didn't go - just pretty busy and it's an hour round trip - and the IUI didn't work and then I noticed AF was really brown with a few big clots...kinda freaked me out. I guess it could be my body trying to get used to the drugs or whatever, but I am wondering if this is normal or if anyone else has this issue? And also should I go back to the acupuncturist and actually commit for longer (I know it's not going to fix me in a month)- if I do I won't be able to go on the herbal pills due to IUI drugs etc. Sorry for the novel, I'm just a little stressed about it and really want to give IUI the best chance to work...  ------------- Unexplained infertility IVF #1 Sept 2012 - BFN Transfer #1 05/02/13 - BFP!!! http://lilypie.com" rel="nofollow"> 
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Posted By: Maju
Date Posted: 27 March 2012 at 7:15pm
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Hi BeanieG,
My AF has definately changed on medicated cycles. I don't get AF on my own but breakthrough bleeding from the pill was only ever very light spotting. Have had a few episodes while medicated that have had big clots and not much else but wicked cramping. As it was such a change from "normal" I checked with FA and they said it was all normal. But if you are worried I think it is worth mentioning to your nurse or specialist. I felt a wee bit embarrassed at first but have discussed all manner of TMI now so now no shame left in that department. Hope that helps. |
Posted By: BeanieG
Date Posted: 29 March 2012 at 11:41am
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Thanks Maju, that does help I will ring FA and talk to them, at least then I will feel reassured
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Posted By: Guest_70282
Date Posted: 30 March 2012 at 7:26pm
| it is normal. some of my friends had before.But I suggest that you should consult your nurse or specialist. |