Infertility doesn't go away after the first positive test. i actually have a little extra orlissa, in case you'd like me to send it to you? hi, I did it at age 38. I'm about to start a microdose lupron flare cycle tomorrow! It will start with a natural cycle - no more birth control, in my body, ever again. I have a consult with my doctor today. I am not familiar with it, but I will definitely some research. xref Long-term Storage for Eggs, Sperm & Embryos. IVF#4 (Dec2013/Jan 2014): Microdose flare+Saizen+testosterone 4 eggs retrieved, all mature and fertilized by ICSI, ET of 1 6-cell embryo an 1 8-cell embryo graded 2 and 3. Afte, Hi all, I'm gearing up for my 4th IVF cycle next month. 2TFR'ed. I am really getting tired of everything and is on the verge of giving up. Any input / thoughts are greatly appreciated! i.really hope.that this year brings me some.good.news..thanks.for sharing your story. crazy how we have to get creative, huh?? Antagonist Protocol or Short Protocol: This is the most commonly used IVF . undefined will no longer be visible to you including posts, replies, and photos. I've got my pompoms ready to cheer you on!!!! What to Expect supports Group Black and its mission to increase greater diversity in media voices and media ownership. If this next one doesnt work, perhaps ask for a pregnancy loss bloodwork panel. For how long was the MDL given ? Our issues: low AMH (0.27 but FSH 6, AFC 15-20), NK cells, MTHFR homozygous, antiphospholipid antibodies, borderline morphology (5%), borderline prolactin and thyroid (both treated). 0000001853 00000 n I had 6 unexplained failure FETs. Reproductive medicine fertility society of . TTC 2 years. Many different stimulation regimens have been developed and evaluated and it is therefore very important for you to discuss your options in detail with your physician. 8 days of stims and I had 1 lead follicle and 2 other measurable ones. 0000002919 00000 n BFN 2005-2023Everyday Health, Inc., a Ziff Davis company. Wowzers!!! Estrogen priming and the agonist-antagonist conversion protocol is at least as successful as the microdose flare protocol based on medical data. In addition, your chance of developing ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome is less with GnRH antagonist protocols. '13 - We will try again with EPP. I'm 43 and DOR. I am asking about supplements like CoQ10 and DHEA. We had 3 failed IUIs- great response, great sperm count, great progesterone, then negative. Five days before her last BCP, she will start Lupron. 1 Call nurse with cd1 Start Microdose (md) Lupron twice daily and continue to take estradiol stopping on cycle day 10 units md Lupron Estradiol 2mg 10 units md Lupron This seems really high for someone that is not a poor responded, no? Hi all, I am excited to read all the success stories. Only recently. Did one cycle of IVf with 450 of gonal F and then cetrotide and ovidrel. What should we try that we haven't already? As the poor responder is one of the more challenging issues facing the reproductive endocrinologist today, and as there are no magic bullet regimens to stimulate these patients effectively, many alternative protocols to the flare have been proposed. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Overjoyed! This is the last round of treatment we'll be able to afford and I'm starting to get a lot of anxiety since stims are starting next weekend. Changing IVF protocols - any success or thoughts? I see! What to Expect supports Group Black and its mission to increase greater diversity in media voices and media ownership. I'm reading so much about low stim for DOR and over 40 works better that make me very nerveous about trying high doses. And this time we are also going to do 225 follistim (x2/day) and 75 menupur (x2/day). Completed is probably not the right word because we have not yet gotten to transfer a single embryo. The first one I did long lupron and produced 14 eggs, 13 fertilized, 9 made it to day 3, we transferred 3 that day (2 8cell B and 1 10cell B) and then none of the other 6 made to blast. Going with a microdose lupron protocol for my 2nd, starting on 11/30. Er 1: 5 mature eggs, follistim 200 iu everyday with ganirelix, no menopur, no priming - frozen. Hello, We won't necessarily see him for every appointment because of scheduling, but he will be the person we consult on what to do/ he will be helping us make all the decisions moving forward. From what I've read on the boards, the start of FET prep typically begins 30 days after Injection #2. Non left to freeze --> BFN IVF#5 (April/May 2014): Antagonist Estrogen Priming -Cornell Protocol (Clomid+ Menopur+Gonal F + Orgalutran) The major difference is that, by cutting the dose of Lupron down to one sixth of the routine dose, and by giving it twice daily, the Lupron actually turns the pituitary gland on rather than off, producing major release of FSH. . We started our IVF journey in 2014. Has anybody here had an experience with this protocol and was it successful? HiI'm new. I did 9 IVF attempts in 2 years - high stim, low stim, mid-stim, estrogen-priming. I performed poorly with estrogen priming, so we are taking it out now.hsve you started stim? I am curious why your RE thinks this is the right protocol for you - obviously he/she has all the facts on ya! The most commonly prescribed stimulation protocol in the United States uses BCPs, leuprolide acetate (Lupron) to prevent ovulation, gonadotropins such as follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) or human menopausal gonadotropin (hMG) to cause the eggs to develop, human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) to cause the eggs to mature, and progesterone to Info about me: I'm 33, DH 31. IVF1 (ICSI): Long Lupron Honestly, I felt like he was guessing, but I suppose that's what it's all about sometimes! 0000006342 00000 n I have my egg retrieval on Thursday & was curious if anyone had similar timing & wanted to be my buddy. I stimmed for like 15 days, got 5 eggs, 3 fert with icsi, all disintegrated basically, no blasts. I see a lot of people have taken Lupron. When I talked with ccrm on the phone, it sounds like I'll be doing EPP with my next cycle (also #4 for me!).. Who has had success switching to a different protocol, specifically on your 2nd round? It is possible that the ovarian stimulation process on the egg donor would be shorter or longer than that shown above. Where do we go from here? SCHEDULE. (Not so) Short summary - DH and I have been ttc since May 2015, two early m/c. Changing IVF protocols - any success or thoughts? Anyone have success with this protocol? How do they decide? Apparently we waited too long ? My little one is a success story from MDL! Dr. C apologized for the fucking nightmare of a cancelled cycle, and implied that maybe the other doctor we were seeing in the practice should have put the breaks on way before day 10 because there was LITERALLY NO RESPONSE. 16 22 Bzeety- do you remember if you started on 300 iu's of Gonal-F? HB 132 & everything measuring on track. Any success stories ? Moving to IVF My husband is 39. Hi! Background: I'm 35. Oestrogen primed micro dose lupron protocol - here you take oestrogen 7 days after you ovulate and stop when you get your AF. We respect everyones right to express their thoughts and opinions as long as they remain respectful of other community members, and meet What to Expects Terms of Use. Others involve newer supplements such as DHEA, and still others involve the use of injectable medications such as growth hormone. Jo, have you heard of the estrogen priming protocol? Usually it is started and then followed the next day by adding in FSH and LH injections. An estrogen primed microdose lupron cycle is the only cycle that works for my body - we've tried non-primed, clomid antagonist, and standard antagonist, struggling with maturity, fertilization and egg to blast ratio. This treatment protocol is known as a "microdose flare." The initial injections of Lupron stimulate the pituitary gland to secrete its own natural FSH and LH (aka a flare), in addition to the FSH and LH you get from the other two injectable fertility medications. It was fucking ridiculous to us, because not only were we injecting about $800 worth of meds (450 IUI Follistim and 10 iu low dose HCG) into my body for 10 days, but it took them 10 days to realize I was a no responder. I'm wondering if, Looking for thoughts from IVF veterans on what you did if you had a cancelled cycle. Microdose Lupron Flare Protocol In the regular IVF protocol, Lupron and BCP are used for at least 2 weeks before ovarian stimulation. Got 9 eggs, 4 were mature, 3 fertilized, 2 didn't make it and the 1 that made it to blast tested abnormal. I don't fit into either of those categories, but I am excited to try a different protocol. So Im not sure how that changes for you, since you were able to get eggs. Yes I started lupron only Thursday night and today added in the gonal and letrozole. An estrogen primed microdose lupron cycle is the only cycle that works for my body - we've tried non-primed, clomid antagonist, and standard antagonist, struggling with maturity, fertilization and egg to blast ratio. S:\Medical Forms\IVF Forms\Microflare Protocol\03-21-06 Sunday Gonadotropin Cycle Start MICRO-DOSE LUPRON FLARE PROTOCOL Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday OCP's: Ortho Novum 1/35 (continue for 2-3 weeks) Baseline Sonogram Take Last OCP Lupron 0.2 cc 2 times each day until HCG Stimulation medication start Wehave3 CCS Normal Embryos! I am currently going for my 7th retrieval. Going with a microdose lupron protocol for my 2nd, starting on 11/30. Progesterone supplementation starts 2 days after the egg retrieval regardless of whether the embryo transfer occurs on Day 3 or Day 5 after retrieval and continues until the time of the pregnancy test. Learn more about, Twins & Multiples: Your Tentative Time Table. This handout is staff as legal aid cannot provide patients with general information. 150 iu follistim and 75 iu menopure didn't work either. In patients with low egg reserve, this combination may exert . So I don't have anything to add but I'll be watching you;-). You can continue to take oestrogen throughout if you want. This educational content is not medical or diagnostic advice. I have DOR (My AMH was 0.38 and 0.27 in 2016, but somehow it increased to 1.36 in Jan 2017). With IVF#1, I only got 2-3 mature follies. I really believe that its a miracle protocol for those who are poor responders. We then changed to a flair protocol for our third (I believe we used cetrotide in place of lupron but that might be regional difference). . IVF3 (ICSI/CCS): Antagonist with EPP My first two cycles yielded one lousy frozen each. Femara-Antagonist Protocol. Any help would be greatly appreciated looking for hope this time around.. Hi everyone, does anyone have any thoughts on which protocol is better for older women and which protocol is best for retrieving good quality, chromosomally normal eggs? My first retrieval was an antagonist protocol, and we only got one poor quality embryo (3CB). 0000009011 00000 n I'm praying this protocol will be successfull for us. Estrogen Primed Microdose Lupron Flare Protocol. Woot woot!! Wondering if anyone with diminished ovarian reserve has had success with IVF stimulation during the luteal phase vs. the follicular phase? Been feeling lonely lately as friends and family are getting pregnant around me (even friends who also struggled with fertility issues), so looking for somewhere else to hopefully find people to connect with. Hi has anyone done a MENOPUR only cycle? Any advice is welcome! If you feel a message or content violates these standards and would like to request its removal please submit the following information and our moderating team will respond shortly. Ugh, this totally blows!!!! BCP's-Re gave me a pack free I really believe that its a miracle protocol for those who are poor responders. Next protocol will be micro dose lupron. Finally some (tough) answers. Did you change protocol? Your diagnosis of IVF round 1 was a miserable failure with an almost cancelled retrieval and no embryos to freeze or transfer. Would estrogen priming be safe for a baby if I do happen to be pregnant? Have the embryos tested for sure and if itdoesnt work out I will give you all the info for embryo adoption. Anyway, I am doing the EPP this round and was curious to hear some of your experiences with it. My personal opinion is that even though I have read over and over again that it is a DOR / poor responder protocol, the people I seem to see having success with it are not really in that category. Please share your stories..how long did you stim for? 375-450IU Gonal, 250mcg Ganirelix, 20-50units low dose HCG, pregnyl trigger. Find other members in this community to connect with. It's crazy how so much of it is trial and error. Or tips on handling side effects? The first IVF we suppressed first with birth control pills and then did Gonal F. We got 3 eggs, two of which were mature. Stimmed for 12 days and had retrieval on day 14. Press J to jump to the feed. A Group Owner is a member that has initiated the creation of a group to connect with other members to share their journey through the same pregnancy & baby stages. Your nurse will phone you with instructions by 5:00PM this day. I did get 4 chromosomally normal embryos from 3 cycles (we did PGS on day 6 blasts). Maybe he will change with time but for.now, we are pursuing myeggs actively. Microdose Lupron Flare Protocol. 0000009266 00000 n Estrogen Primed Antagonist Protocol. For those who have PCOS which IVF Protocol was successful for you? 1 single dose LUPRON-at RE office I did this protocol for my cycle. END MENTS In 2020, I had 3 IVF cycles all of which were cancelled. puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes. I like my current doctor. An EPP for you. Called the flare, the microdose flare, or the low dose Lupron protocol, this regimen uses the same medications as the Lupron overlap protocol. The other thing is they tell me that with microdose your retrieval is later. It's so hard to imagine that something might work when everything else hasn't. :'-( I have DOR (My AMH was 0.38 and 0.27 in 2016, but somehow it increased to 1.36 in Jan 2017). Fraternal girls born Dec 2010 2011 Dec-Natural BFP M/C at 8.5 wks 2012 Dec-Natural BFP . Estrace(90 tabs)-estrogen I'm team lupron flair for life. Just curious-What was your medicine protocol. 07/23 - Injection #1 I tried an antagonist with no down regulation and of course ovulated early. In the regular IVF protocol, Lupron and BCP are used for at least 2 weeks before ovarian stimulation. Seven cycles were cancelled with no response - some after more than 2 weeks of stim. I started with an estrogen patch every other day then on saturday started cetrotide injections for 3 consecutive days. Long Lupron protocol. Canceled due to ovulation through Lupron. I am going in for my 4th IUI in what was supposed to be an IVF cycle. 0 My RE said that I can come back for FET 3 weeks after my next AF without lupron injection (just estrogen patches and pills), but my nurse said that without lupron, I may ovulate through the cycle and get canceled. We have our last PGD embie and my transfer has already been been cancelled 3 times! I did estrogen priming with no BCP for this cycle (in addition to several other changes). I am now 6 weeks pregnant after completing the MDL protocol in Nov. How many days do you take menopur for IVF? I badly want to be a mom. But as I said.. BzeetyD = 38, Mr. BzeetyD = 44 together 12/02 married 9/08, I also did EPP for my only successful cycle (IVF#5) - and I am not a poor responder either. Please!!!!!!!!!!!!! Lower doses like 300 iu follistim didn't work for me. He's also prescribed microdose lupron, gonal, low dose hcg, and pregnyl. What was your protocol before? It's not your first rodeo here." Have you transferred? . trouble breathing. Are you sure you want to block this member? (My clinic requires ICSI and PGS testing for all patients). Hope it makes the difference for you! Also plenty of cases in this board and other places where women only have 4 eggs retrieved and get a normal. MII oocytes with the microdose flare group. 600mg Ibprofin(sp?) How long did you wait for next cycle? Your stories have all made me feel better. Hello all, I need some feedback. ODWU revealed blocked tube(s). Lupron microdose protocol. Has anyone done this Lupron STOP protocol? Then my friend hadsuccess with Micro dose lupron flareprotocol so I asked my dr to put me on the exact same one. thanks! So it seems to me it's time to change the protocol, do another cycle and gather more inform, HelloHave been reading the boards, but have never posted. So I know that you begin with birth control (but I, I've had one unsuccessful IVF and one that had such a poor response we turned it into an IUI instead. Short Lupron (Microdose or Flare) Protocol for IVF. And where there is variation? Austin, TX 78749, 705 Generations Dr, Suite 102 V-dot patches(20)=estrogen If nothing else were done, the patient would ovulate approximately 36-42 hours after her hCG injection. My first retrieval resulted in no viable embryos. Thanks! Two fertilized and on Sunday I find out how many I am carrying. Thank you so much for joining along on this. Microdose lupron/micro flare lupron vs agonist-antagonist ivf protocol. :) But after my horrible #2 cycle, knowing I really would probably only do one more I gave it all I had for three-four months. For those of you unfamiliar, mini stim is for poor responders who don't have much luck in obtaining a large number of eggs. Adding Cetrotide. DH 38- Low EverythingMe 33- AMH .9Married 11 years 2002-current IUIs, meds, natural = All BFNAug. 43 &37 eggs?! With IVF#2, I got 16 eggs, 15 of which were mature. I did my first IVF at 39 got 3 embryos with one pgta normal. Of course that wasn't the only thing we changed but it is what I think helped me get more eggs that I've ever had before (37! Microdose Lupron Flare Protocol. Thanks! DH and I have been TTC for 4.5 years or so: Even though my eggs were older as I was 37 at the time, versus 35 when I started, we transferred 2 and were successful with a singleton. Thanks for all your responses! Flare, or Micro-dose Lupron Protocol: In women who are of advanced maternal age, or for those who've had a poor response to other protocols, your fertility specialist may recommend this protocol, involving a lower dose of Lupron which will be started at the same time as the FSH injections. 3 failed IUI's Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. And any other recommendations on clinics? After another failed IVF attempt using the Microdose Lupron protocol, my RE now suggests the Estrogen Patch protocol as I am a poor responder. Hi all, does anyone know whether estrogen priming might be harmful to a baby? 11 mature. -High School Sweethearts, about to celebrate our 18th year together. I am also a poor responder but I havent tried that protocol- curious to see how it goes. An EPP for EVERYONE!!! So we didnt biopsy & test then freeze. I think I am most excited that I did NOT have to take bcp's! Unfortunately, one of them did not thaw successfully. Good luck! The number of daily injections are fewer (4 to 5 days) of antagonists versus 3-4 weeks of agonists) and the length of time to stimulate the follicles to maturity is one or two days shorter, so you may need less total gonadotropins. Since then its been a nightmare to thicken my lining. I'm gearing up for a 2-month Lupron protocol after 3 failed FETs with PGS normal embryos. I have had 3 failed medicated IUIs, 5 egg retrievals with 3 transfers. with this protocol, and a general timeline for when things happen when you don't do BCP suppression beforehand New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. Utilizing advanced tools and technologies, our doctors take on the toughest cases, providing renewed hope for would-be parents. Experience with Estrogen Priming Protocol? NT- all looks good. Beta 1/22: 14 Beta 1/24: 24 Beta 1/26: 28 So I had been on estrogen patches/PIO after failed transfer from my frozen eggs and then continued to delay my period. Good luck! This educational content is not medical or diagnostic advice. Lupron Depot is used in women to treat symptoms of endometriosis (overgrowth of uterine lining outside of the uterus) or uterine fibroids. Start Lupron: Start your microdose Lupron 20 units subcutaneous injection twice a day. I just had my first cycle cancelled last week due to no response and I h, A lot of women on the board have asked me what I have done between IVF#2 and IVF#3 in order to get such a drastic improvement in results (number of eggs, fertilization, and I even have frozen embryos this time - crazy). Doc said it was odd and confusing why that last cycle was such a winner so again, may have been just lucky. Now I wait for day 5 and then onto to PGTA testing. Lupron Depot: May 2013 to August 2013 I think it helps with the 2ww. My first stim cycle was Antagonist and we actually did cancel ER. Only one embryo ever implanted (first cycle) and it resulted in a MMC. ---- Siggy warning ------ Me 34 y/o DH 35 y/o IVF#1 (ICSI)-- April 2014-- MDL with BCP, 5R, 4 ICSID, 3dt with three embryos, 1 six-day freeze (2BA grade)-- BFN I am starting on my fourth mini stimulation IVF and am looking for any insight into my situation, words of encouragement of those in a similar position or anyone that has experience with the Estrogen Priming Protocol. I have no idea if that's true but it gave me hope and made me feel better. Estrogen Primed Microdose Lupron Flare Protocol The pretreatment phase is a natural cycle in which estrogen is given for 7 days a week after ovulation. Good luck! Er 5: oct 2020 - same protocol as er 4- 4 mature eggs, no blasts. I did microdose Lupron flare protocol for my first cycle back in August. -DOR diagnosis. Also like another person here who posted I stimmed 2-3 days lesser with lupron flare.. This medicine reduces the amount of testosterone in men or estrogen in women. 5 retrieved, 3 fertilized, 2 transferred on day 3, none froze, BFN. Thoughts on different protocols? My last two cycles resulted in only one embryo viable for testing which in the end were aneuploid. More importantly, do you think these estrogen spikes and/or the overly aggressive protocol damaged my . Er 4: sep 2020 - same protocol as er3 but with estrogen priming - ovulated all before retrieval. Listing a study does not mean it has been evaluated by the U.S. Federal Government. thanks ! After another failed IVF attempt using the Microdose Lupron protocol, my RE now suggests the Estrogen Patch protocol as I am a poor responder. This will be our 2nd IVF. (I did not use a lot of what was ordered.) GL! We respect everyones right to express their thoughts and opinions as long as they remain respectful of other community members, and meet What to Expects Terms of Use. I did 2 FETs but did not get pregnant, Now I have just one embryo left. Two different clinics. My cycle "might" be cancelled. Group Owners uphold the core values of the brand by reporting content that violates the community guidelines. Hi, I just pray it works. I tried IVF in may since my follicle count was low I cancelled it. In summary, ovarian stimulation is a very complex process. Anyone done this protocol? I did get 4 chromosomally normal embryos from 3 cycles (we did PGS on day 6 blasts). 16 0 obj<> endobj That cycle we got 9 retrieved, 7 fertilized and 5 good quality blasts and a successful FET a couple of months later. I wrote a post yesterday before I even read up on this type of protocol. I think it was high though, like that. I.always prepare myself for the worst news whenever I go in for my uktrasound. Aug. '13 Attempt at IVF #1 with Lurpon Flare- Canceled due to ovulation through Lupron. I think so because I was usually stimming with 300 Follistim before, but I'll check. Thanks in advance! Following. Second retrieval was agonist with lupron, and we ended up with two decent quality embryos (3BB, 4BB), one of which became my newborn daughter, who I am currently breastfeeding. I would like to know if any has been on the EPP/ MDL protocol ? 2TFR'ed. Meanwhile, we're running out of solutions. Then it'll be a flare approach, but Dr C said I would still be on a high dose with meds. A Group Leader is a What to Expect community member who has been selected by our staff to help maintain a positive, supportive tone within a group. 13R. Beta2 9/12: 378! My doctor said he will keep adjusting me based on my scan results. I am a little concerned that I am supposed to take 300 iu's of Gonal-F. So for this 3rd FET my dr has added in estrogen injections. Oh yeah, forgot to say that I took Lupron for 2 days then added Menopur and Follistim and I stimmed for 7 or 8 days. I often find myself feeling really hopeless. 8 fertilized w/ IC, Im about to do a frozen embryo transfer but I have very thin uterine lining. Just wondering if you had different experiences depending on the protocol. . I do believe the MIcrodose Flare P is the way to go for women older with fewer eggs. Thanks for the support. The most commonly prescribed stimulation protocol in the United States uses BCPs, leuprolide acetate (Lupron) to prevent ovulation, gonadotropins such as follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) or human menopausal gonadotropin (hMG) to cause the eggs to develop, human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) to cause the eggs to mature, and progesterone to support the lining. Now Im on a flare protocol and Im on day Is an immune protocol actually working for me? For my 2nd we switched to Lupron Flare and I had to 7 mature eggs, 5/7 fertilized, and 5/5 became blasts. After taking a break from infertility to regroup (in which I drank approximately 20 drinks in one evening and was hungover until 7pm the following day, oops), we had out WTF conf call with our RE to go over what happened last cycle/ get some closure/ get a game plan for next time. MENTS In 2019 I miscarried & has a D&C because my doctors, nurses & even friends who had the same situation said to get the D&C. 0000003240 00000 n lol), 1/8 tablets dose once follicle(s) size gets 14-16, and increase to the 1/4 once 16-18 -. Estrogen Priming Protocol: In some women who respond poorly to the short protocol (e.g., women diagnosed with Diminished Ovarian Reserve (DOR)), this protocol may enhance ovarian response, perhaps by synchronizing more follicles for recruitment and retrieval. Ive been priming for transfer for 11 days and Im only at 6.7mm. Yay! Er 6- jan 2021- GH and estrace priming for 4 days. Lupron flare was a winner for me, for sure. Our beautiful little girl arrived January 2015! IVF2 (ICSI/AH/ACU): Microdose Lupron Flare The sad part of the story is that my dr was so excited and confident I would get pregnant he transfered In all 3 fresh cycle. Thin Lining - stim protocol - suggestions? This is is my best response so far as I've never before had blasts to freeze. I did that protocol for 3 IUI's and subsequent IVF and it turns out I'm a low responder with DOR, so that is not the right protocol for me. I'm the poster child for lupron flair. Best of luck to ya and I hope your next cycle proves 'the one'!!! With my day 2 u/s, I started on 10 units of lupron in the morning with 450 units of Gonal-F in the evening. I'm about to start a ton of supplements my nurse suggested to me. Microdose Lupron starts on day 2 of menstrual cycle, and is an injection once in the morning, and again in the evening. were initiated in patients receiving MDF. That's amazing and.congratulations. Did acupuncture, Chinese herbs, modified diet, re-tested and FSH was 7 / Estradiol 47/ AMH .4 My last ivf cycle was cancelled/converted to IUI due to being over suppressed by birth control pills. So i'm hoping in the downtown I can get my eggs up to good quality! I go in for a check Thursday am. 0000001169 00000 n Because my follicle growth was so dysfunctional during my first round my doctor has decided to try a microdose lupron flare protocol starting with 5 weeks of birth control which ends on Monday. Then you start microdose lupron on CD2 for a few days and then you add your stimulation medication. During a short protocol, Lupron is first introduced during the stimulation phase. Twins with an EDD of 8/15/14! Are you sure you want to block this member? I am not familiar with it, but I will definitely some research. 28 years old, first IVF cycle cancelled?! I have stage III endo so it made sense to do BCP and Lupron as both can help push endo essentially into remission. 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