Well my thyroid panel has come back normal. Phew! I was beginning to get worried, each day was mounting a new anxiety about the test results!
The results have however brought some mixed emotions for me...on one hand I was really hoping that my fertility issues could be due to something simple. Not that a thyroid problem is simple by any means! A thyroid issue however is far more simple to fix than; an ovulation problem, implantation problem, etc.(in my opinion). On the other hand I am extremely grateful that my thyroid is healthy. :) I know many women out there are not as lucky.
Now I will be having a full hormone panel done. They will be testing my Luetenizing hormone, Follicle Stimulating Hormone, and so on. My husband is also going to go get a few tests run; i.e. get his semen checked. I thought I was nervous to go to the OB the other day, my husband is all jitters about his semen being tested! Sweet guy. I think maybe he worries that if it is a problem with his reproductive system that I will be turned against his "manhood". He is funny!
Once again...mixed hopes. I hope my body is healthy and normal. But I also hope something simple is the cause of all of this. It is the fear of the unknown. Doing these tests pushes my head to reeling. What if it is not me, what if it is my husband? What if it will cost thousands of dollars to fix it? I don't have that kind of money. These "what if's" seem to be swimming loosely around in my brain- but I insist on remaining positive. I am trying to focus all of my positive energy into my body, and I have faith that one way or another it will all be okay.
~Manifesto
Hi there! I just wanted to let you know that someone else has been through this junk...My husband and I tried for 7 years to have a baby. We've now been married 15 years and have several children (through adoption and fertility treatments). If you ever have any questions or need support, I have broad shoulders and am happy to help! Praying that your journey is short and you have a baby in your arms soon...
ReplyDeleteJennifer- I am very grateful for your uplifting words. It is so relieving to hear that other couples who have struggled with this issue have a plentiful home. :) It is funny how life's experiences change us; I used to say I only wanted 2 children, this experience now has me saying that I'll raise as many children as possible!
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