Nope, haven't had a doc just give me Clomid.  But I kind of suspect that my OB would.  Not sure how much monitoring she would do, but I think she'd write a prescription for it.  I base that on a comment that she made before we were TTC during an annual exam where I told her that we were going to be TTC soon, but I was worried about it with my history of PCOS. She said "we may need to go down the clomid path, but you never know until you try."

I've been on Metformin before - it's really to try to treat PCOS and insulin resistance.  Have you been diagnosed with that?

I've taken Provera too, but not while I was TTC - it was years ago where I'd take it every 3-4 months to start a period because without it, I would never get one.  From what I read on these boards, most women who take it do so because they have a really long cycle and want to end it (past 60+ days). 

jeffsjayme:

Nope, haven't had a doc just give me Clomid.  But I kind of suspect that my OB would.  Not sure how much monitoring she would do, but I think she'd write a prescription for it.  I base that on a comment that she made before we were TTC during an annual exam where I told her that we were going to be TTC soon, but I was worried about it with my history of PCOS. She said "we may need to go down the clomid path, but you never know until you try."

I've been on Metformin before - it's really to try to treat PCOS and insulin resistance.  Have you been diagnosed with that?

I've taken Provera too, but not while I was TTC - it was years ago where I'd take it every 3-4 months to start a period because without it, I would never get one.  From what I read on these boards, most women who take it do so because they have a really long cycle and want to end it (past 60+ days). 

I've never been diagnosed with PCOS or insulin resistance, only endometriosis. She said she was putting me on it to jump start AF. :::sigh::: so much to learn. I feel like I can't trust any doctors! I wish I could have the OBGYN that is on the show The Doctors!

MrsHoffman2b:

I'm in a similar position. My cycles are super irregular, so after 2 mos of trying I made an appt with the obgyn to see what could be done to regulate them. He immediately put me on 200 mg of Clomid. At least they did the bloodwork and all of the ultrasounds. I've made an appointment for a consult with an RE to figure out where to go from here.

Holy fuvck, that is a very high dose of Clomid.

GhostMonkey:

MrsHoffman2b:

I'm in a similar position. My cycles are super irregular, so after 2 mos of trying I made an appt with the obgyn to see what could be done to regulate them. He immediately put me on 200 mg of Clomid. At least they did the bloodwork and all of the ultrasounds.

I've made an appointment for a consult with an RE to figure out where to go from here.

Holy fuvck, that is a very high dose of Clomid.

talon1226:

GhostMonkey:

MrsHoffman2b:

I'm in a similar position. My cycles are super irregular, so after 2 mos of trying I made an appt with the obgyn to see what could be done to regulate them. He immediately put me on 200 mg of Clomid. At least they did the bloodwork and all of the ultrasounds. I've made an appointment for a consult with an RE to figure out where to go from here.

Holy fuvck, that is a very high dose of Clomid.

 

Wow and that was a starting dose? I though 150 mg was the max.

I've seen 200 done here and there, but it is not common and it sure as shiit wasn't a starting dose without very good reason coming from BW results.

MrsHoffman2b:

Yeah 200 was the starting dose. When I questioned the nurse practitioner writing the script she asked ME what I wanted to do. As if I have the necessary knowledge to make such a decision! During each of my ultrasounds, the techs all assumed I was doing an iui, right from the get go. We didn't just timed intercourse. However, since insurance will only pay for 6 doses of Clomid, I'm contemplating an iui this cycle to make the most of the meds until I can get in to see the RE.

Don't. Don't take the Clomid with them again either. You are wasting your Clomid cycles with these idiots.

OBs have no business prescribing Clomid. A fuvkcing NP? Are you kidding me? 

MrsHoffman2b:

Yeah 200 was the starting dose. When I questioned the nurse practitioner writing the script she asked ME what I wanted to do. As if I have the necessary knowledge to make such a decision! During each of my ultrasounds, the techs all assumed I was doing an iui, right from the get go. We didn't just timed intercourse. However, since insurance will only pay for 6 doses of Clomid, I'm contemplating an iui this cycle to make the most of the meds until I can get in to see the RE.

If your insurance will only pay for 6 doses of Clomid, why on earth would you waste any more with an OB/NP? 

Shayliz:

MrsHoffman2b:

Yeah 200 was the starting dose. When I questioned the nurse practitioner writing the script she asked ME what I wanted to do. As if I have the necessary knowledge to make such a decision! During each of my ultrasounds, the techs all assumed I was doing an iui, right from the get go. We didn't just timed intercourse. However, since insurance will only pay for 6 doses of Clomid, I'm contemplating an iui this cycle to make the most of the meds until I can get in to see the RE.

 

If your insurance will only pay for 6 doses of Clomid, why on earth would you waste any more with an OB/NP? 

It's not just the insurance. Doesn't Clomid only have a lifetime max of 6 cycles?

Shayliz:

MrsHoffman2b:

Yeah 200 was the starting dose. When I questioned the nurse practitioner writing the script she asked ME what I wanted to do. As if I have the necessary knowledge to make such a decision! During each of my ultrasounds, the techs all assumed I was doing an iui, right from the get go. We didn't just timed intercourse. However, since insurance will only pay for 6 doses of Clomid, I'm contemplating an iui this cycle to make the most of the meds until I can get in to see the RE.

 

If your insurance will only pay for 6 doses of Clomid, why on earth would you waste any more with an OB/NP? 

It's not just the insurance. Doesn't Clomid only have a lifetime max of 6 cycles?

When TTC #1, I was put on clomid. I had symptoms of PCOS, was TTC, and came in on day 90 or something of my first cycle TTC.

My doctor did bloodwork, SA, and and u/s. After provera kick-started my cycle, I was put on 50mg of clomid. I was not monitored.

My OB's plan was to do 3 cycles, then do an HSG and send me to an RE. I got pregnant on the 3rd cycle, so I didn't have to do this.

I know this forum jumps all over people that take clomid unmonitored. I have mixed feelings on this. Clomid has some nasty side effects, but they are also pretty uncommon at low doses. There is also the 6 cycle lifetime max. So there is a risk that you are just wasting the cycles.

I'm kind of middle of the road. I do think that some OB's hand it out like candy, but I also think doing every infertility test and hard-core monitoring for every person that has trouble TTC is costly and unnecessary. Just make sure to be educated so you know what risks you are actually taking.

And 200mg is way high for a starting dose! Make sure to be monitored for that.

MsCrispy:

When TTC #1, I was put on clomid. I had symptoms of PCOS, was TTC, and came in on day 90 or something of my first cycle TTC.

My doctor did bloodwork, SA, and and u/s. After provera kick-started my cycle, I was put on 50mg of clomid. I was not monitored.

My OB's plan was to do 3 cycles, then do an HSG and send me to an RE. I got pregnant on the 3rd cycle, so I didn't have to do this.

I know this forum jumps all over people that take clomid unmonitored. I have mixed feelings on this. Clomid has some nasty side effects, but they are also pretty uncommon at low doses. There is also the 6 cycle lifetime max. So there is a risk that you are just wasting the cycles.

I'm kind of middle of the road. I do think that some OB's hand it out like candy, but I also think doing every infertility test and hard-core monitoring for every person that has trouble TTC is costly and unnecessary. Just make sure to be educated so you know what risks you are actually taking.

And 200mg is way high for a starting dose! Make sure to be monitored for that.

Really. So you don't think checking for blcoked tubes is a good plan? Or finding out why or if there is an underlying issue is a good idea- let's just throw pills at it and hope it works?

And yes, monitoring is 1000% necessary. You are entitled to your opinion, but oyu are an idiot even thinking that is a good idea.

1 cycle at 100 mg. Unexplained infertility. Lining was at 3.8 (bare minimum 6, prefer to see 8 or higher). Yeah, I totally should have kept taking Clomid. Thank God my doctor is smarter than you. And this is EXTREMELY common, even in low doses.

spacepotatoes:

Shayliz:

MrsHoffman2b:

Yeah 200 was the starting dose. When I questioned the nurse practitioner writing the script she asked ME what I wanted to do. As if I have the necessary knowledge to make such a decision! During each of my ultrasounds, the techs all assumed I was doing an iui, right from the get go. We didn't just timed intercourse. However, since insurance will only pay for 6 doses of Clomid, I'm contemplating an iui this cycle to make the most of the meds until I can get in to see the RE.

 

If your insurance will only pay for 6 doses of Clomid, why on earth would you waste any more with an OB/NP? 

It's not just the insurance. Doesn't Clomid only have a lifetime max of 6 cycles?

After 6 cycles, you reach the point of diminishing returns and you are better off moving on to something else because clearly that isn't working for you. There is some research that has supposedly found a link with extended Clomid use and other health conditions later in life, but it is a weak link at best.

MsCrispy:

I also think doing every infertility test and hard-core monitoring for every person that has trouble TTC is costly and unnecessary.

Calling bullshiiit.

My OB wanted to do Clomid (and I did a round without an HSG/SA) and I "drank the kool-aid" as it was and did it. When that didn't work I decided to try on my own and see a Naturopath, but the OB wanted to do 2-3 more rounds of Clomid before referring me to an RE. When I finally made an appointment with an RE we did all the requisite testing for IF treatments/diagnosis.

 It turns out that my tube was blocked, and thankfully the dye cleared it. Unfortunately the HSG isn't covered for me, but if I hadn't done it I would have wasted most or all of my Clomid cycles and many more months trying with no success. If I hadn't done the HSG, the OB would have moved to IUI (more money, waste of time with a blocked tube) and eventually IVF (WAY more money).

No. You should not hedge your bets when it comes to your reproductive health. I had the same mentality as you, but know better now.

GhostMonkey:

Really. So you don't think checking for blcoked tubes is a good plan? Or finding out why or if there is an underlying issue is a good idea- let's just throw pills at it and hope it works?

And yes, monitoring is 1000% necessary. You are entitled to your opinion, but oyu are an idiot even thinking that is a good idea.

1 cycle at 100 mg. Unexplained infertility. Lining was at 3.8 (bare minimum 6, prefer to see 8 or higher). Yeah, I totally should have kept taking Clomid. Thank God my doctor is smarter than you. And this is EXTREMELY common, even in low doses.

I know my opinion is not going to be popular on the board. It was just an opinion and not advice. I think you should be educated and decide what risks to take for your body.

I'm also not sure how I feel about taking clomid for unexplained infertility. Clomid helps you ovulate, if you already ovulate, I don't really understand why people take it. And in this case, if they just want to give it a shot, then yes, I think you should be monitored.

MsCrispy:

When TTC #1, I was put on clomid. I had symptoms of PCOS, was TTC, and came in on day 90 or something of my first cycle TTC.

My doctor did bloodwork, SA, and and u/s. After provera kick-started my cycle, I was put on 50mg of clomid. I was not monitored.

My OB's plan was to do 3 cycles, then do an HSG and send me to an RE. I got pregnant on the 3rd cycle, so I didn't have to do this.

I know this forum jumps all over people that take clomid unmonitored. I have mixed feelings on this. Clomid has some nasty side effects, but they are also pretty uncommon at low doses. There is also the 6 cycle lifetime max. So there is a risk that you are just wasting the cycles.

I'm kind of middle of the road. I do think that some OB's hand it out like candy, but I also think doing every infertility test and hard-core monitoring for every person that has trouble TTC is costly and unnecessary. Just make sure to be educated so you know what risks you are actually taking.

And 200mg is way high for a starting dose! Make sure to be monitored for that.

If you want to risk your own health and possibly waste time and money doing Clomid without knowing if there are other issues preventing you from getting KU that's your issue. Please don't give horrible advice like that on a message board though. There are very real dangers with Clomid that can occur at any dose, not just the higher ones.

I also find it ridiculous that you took Clomid after 1 long cycle of TTC.  

GhostMonkey:

spacepotatoes:

Shayliz:

MrsHoffman2b:

Yeah 200 was the starting dose. When I questioned the nurse practitioner writing the script she asked ME what I wanted to do. As if I have the necessary knowledge to make such a decision! During each of my ultrasounds, the techs all assumed I was doing an iui, right from the get go. We didn't just timed intercourse. However, since insurance will only pay for 6 doses of Clomid, I'm contemplating an iui this cycle to make the most of the meds until I can get in to see the RE.

 

If your insurance will only pay for 6 doses of Clomid, why on earth would you waste any more with an OB/NP? 

It's not just the insurance. Doesn't Clomid only have a lifetime max of 6 cycles?

After 6 cycles, you reach the point of diminishing returns and you are better off moving on to something else because clearly that isn't working for you. There is some research that has supposedly found a link with extended Clomid use and other health conditions later in life, but it is a weak link at best.

 

Every RE is different some say 6, another mentioned 8, mine would do 10 cycles max as long as the lining is still good.  Obviously depending on my diagnosis and her recommendation along with extensive research would I agree.

I completely agree with Ghost - do not waste your clomid cycles with someone who is not an EXPERT in fertility. I blame the pharmaceuticals companies for giving them to OB's and OB's for accepting these damm drugs; OB should be educated about the types of issues/treatments women face about fertility, HOWEVER, should not be handing them out like candy without monitoring.

MsCrispy:

GhostMonkey:

Really. So you don't think checking for blcoked tubes is a good plan? Or finding out why or if there is an underlying issue is a good idea- let's just throw pills at it and hope it works?

And yes, monitoring is 1000% necessary. You are entitled to your opinion, but oyu are an idiot even thinking that is a good idea.

1 cycle at 100 mg. Unexplained infertility. Lining was at 3.8 (bare minimum 6, prefer to see 8 or higher). Yeah, I totally should have kept taking Clomid. Thank God my doctor is smarter than you. And this is EXTREMELY common, even in low doses.

I know my opinion is not going to be popular on the board. It was just an opinion and not advice. I think you should be educated and decide what risks to take for your body.

I'm also not sure how I feel about taking clomid for unexplained infertility. Clomid helps you ovulate, if you already ovulate, I don't really understand why people take it. And in this case, if they just want to give it a shot, then yes, I think you should be monitored.

You are entitled to your opinion as long as it's an educated one. I ovulate on my own, however, don't have a strong ovulation. Which means the follicles are not mature enough for fertilization. Clomid was RX for me so that when I do ovulate it gives the optimal chance to mature my follicles.   

MsCrispy:

GhostMonkey:

Really. So you don't think checking for blcoked tubes is a good plan? Or finding out why or if there is an underlying issue is a good idea- let's just throw pills at it and hope it works?

And yes, monitoring is 1000% necessary. You are entitled to your opinion, but oyu are an idiot even thinking that is a good idea.

1 cycle at 100 mg. Unexplained infertility. Lining was at 3.8 (bare minimum 6, prefer to see 8 or higher). Yeah, I totally should have kept taking Clomid. Thank God my doctor is smarter than you. And this is EXTREMELY common, even in low doses.

I know my opinion is not going to be popular on the board. It was just an opinion and not advice. I think you should be educated and decide what risks to take for your body.

I'm also not sure how I feel about taking clomid for unexplained infertility. Clomid helps you ovulate, if you already ovulate, I don't really understand why people take it. And in this case, if they just want to give it a shot, then yes, I think you should be monitored.

You should stop talking now because it is evident you don't have a damn clue what you are talking about.

MsCrispy:

I know my opinion is not going to be popular on the board. It was just an opinion and not advice. I think you should be educated and decide what risks to take for your body.

I'm also not sure how I feel about taking clomid for unexplained infertility. Clomid helps you ovulate, if you already ovulate, I don't really understand why people take it. And in this case, if they just want to give it a shot, then yes, I think you should be monitored.

Not only is your opinion unpopular, it's narrow-minded and uninformed. People that ovulate are prescribed Clomid to have a "stronger" ovulation, sometimes, and it also lengthens LP (though I believe there are other things to prescribe if this is the ONLY issue). As others have said, you are perfectly entitled to feel the way you do - but I don't think you have the full picture on things.

MsCrispy:

I know my opinion is not going to be popular on the board. It was just an opinion and not advice. I think you should be educated and decide what risks to take for your body.

I'm also not sure how I feel about taking clomid for unexplained infertility. Clomid helps you ovulate, if you already ovulate, I don't really understand why people take it. And in this case, if they just want to give it a shot, then yes, I think you should be monitored.

So your opinion is to just make up criteria for when you should be monitored and when you shouldn't? Also I ovulate on my own every month and was initially diagnosed with Unexplained IF. Ultrasounds during monitoring appointments have shown that without medication my follicles are not growing big enough so I am most likely releasing immature eggs. Clomid has helped the quality of my ovulation. 

talon1226:

MsCrispy:

I know my opinion is not going to be popular on the board. It was just an opinion and not advice. I think you should be educated and decide what risks to take for your body.

I'm also not sure how I feel about taking clomid for unexplained infertility. Clomid helps you ovulate, if you already ovulate, I don't really understand why people take it. And in this case, if they just want to give it a shot, then yes, I think you should be monitored.

So your opinion is to just make up criteria for when you should be monitored and when you shouldn't? Also I ovulate on my own every month and was initially diagnosed with Unexplained IF. Ultrasounds during monitoring appointments have shown that without medication my follicles are not growing big enough so I am most likely releasing immature eggs. Clomid has helped the quality of my ovulation. 

But unexplained means there isn't something wrong!!!!1!!!1one1!

I am fairly certain mine has something to do with my E2 response, but that was never confirmed since the crapload of shots I had to do to get a good mature follicle worked. That would also explain why Clomid blocking the estrogen receptors caused think lining for me. But, you know, unexplained and all.