Dr. G sent over my latest results, with more thoughts on Larry's SA. While the numbers may be borderline, they're ok for IVF, but he wants to boost Larry's count when we eventually go that route. Most likely will involve a modified diet and some vitamins.Latest thyroid panel: TSH … Read More »
Life as of late.
Life has been a bit nuts lately. Larry's mom is now in sheloshim, the 30 day mourning period following Nan's death. Larry had a potential job offer in NH fall through b/c his point person was in a horrific car accident. He's negotiating another offer now, but it's not looking … Read More »
Baruch dayan emet.
As the stars fell, her light too, was extinguished. … Read More »
Show & Tell 2: Fish!
It's that time again. Be sure to see what the other kids are showing off this week!Once again, I have a camping related S&T post. Larry and I went camping on Burton Island, off the VT coast of Lake Champlain this past weekend. We had an amazing time with lots of firsts: first … Read More »
Results are in.
Our Dr called us from his home yesterday. Everything has come in as normal. Low end of normal (21 million), but normal enough. Motility was a bit low, but isn't a big deal if/when we go IVF since a lab will inject sperm directly into the egg. Our dr's only concern is that … Read More »
Facepalm Update.
Results have been faxed to our practice, but no word from Dr. G yet.Larry called a few minutes ago and spoke to our very wonderful E, who we've learned is the Dir. of Patient Services. Larry was trying to see if there was any way to get the results since Dr. G is still in … Read More »
Facepalm.
Still no results yet.I love my practice, I do. I love my doctor. He's a bit gruff with bedside manner and a lil spacey when it comes to technology, but the man knows his shit, and is practically a pioneer for women's reproductive health in the Boston region.However, the admin … Read More »
The waiting never ends…
Larry had his SA yesterday. Guys have it so easy initially ;) I got 7 vials of blood drawn for my first round of Dx, he gets to... well, you now how it works.He called the dr's office today, but the results aren't in yet. I'm chomping at the bit to find out how his swimmers are. … Read More »
I feel like an old lady.
Follow up appointment today went well, for the most part. Latest b/w results:Thyroid Panel:TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone) = 5.69 uIU/mL [0.34-5.60] Status: HighFree T3 (Triiodothyronine) = 3.25 pg/mL [2.50-3.90] Status: Normal (slightly lower than last time)Free T4 (Thyroxine) … Read More »
Whirlwind week.
July 4th weekend was fantastic. Had friends from out of town at our place this weekend, with their adorable 10 month old in tow. Babies are exhausting! And cute, and fun, and wonderful. I particularly enjoyed seeing Larry with the baby- he's going to be a great dad someday.Blood … Read More »