I am so bloated. I've gained more than 5 pounds in the past two days, all in my abdomen, and I look around 4 months pregnant. It gets worse as the day goes on -- I can barely eat anything and at night it's hard to breathe. It seems like I've probably developed OHSS. Which is not particularly surprising given my history. But, blah, I feel like a beach ball rolling around the house!
So far it isn't bad but I called the nurse to see when I should be worried and what I should do -- because everything on-line gives contradictory advice -- more salt, less salt, more protein, less protein. She basically said that as long as my urine output is still good, I'm OK, but to keep an eye on my weight and keep in touch. She said to eat more salt (which just seems weird since usually when you're bloated that's the opposite advice, but it's a different type of fluid retention) and to keep them updated especially if I go up 10 pounds.
(There was a confusing moment because they somehow forgot to weigh me before this cycle started and the last weight they had on me was in June and I'd lost about 10 pounds since then. So, to her records, I've actually lost 5 pounds rather than gaining 5.)
Then she confided that from her experience this is a good sign. Which I'm trying to ignore. That OHSS typically comes from increases in HCG. And, I'm trying not to think about that. Because I will not test until the Tuesday beta and I don't want to think about it because it could also just be my natural propensity toward OHSS and tendency to over respond to progesterone.
My DH, who is firmly anti-testing, even asked why I hadn't tested, yet.
Because I, intentionally, have no tests in the house!! I won't do it!!
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Today is October 15, Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day. As I cradle the little ticks in my belly and hope that they are digging in and causing all this discomfort, I remember my spider baby who would have been 10 months old if he'd been able to stick around. I miss you very much little one.
(It only just occurred to me that spiders and ticks are related.)
Today I think about all of you and the babies you've lost. As well as the babies that have never been. Much love to all of you.
Oh, that it can be a good sign was the first thing I thought of.. but it doesn't sound so comfortable. Tuesday it is then! Good thing not having tests in the house.
ReplyDeleteOof! I hope you're feeling better soon and that Tuesday's test brings the best possible news.
ReplyDeleteI have BEEN there, it's terrible feeling. And yes, I was going to say- it's a good sign particularly at this point in the wait. But I think it's smart to wait if you can! I loathe hpts. I'm so sorry, I bought sweaters and stretchy pants to cover it. Drink some v8!
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ReplyDeleteTake two: not to get your hopes up but I have to say that I was uncomfortably, painfully bloated when I got my bfp! I was so embarrassed by my crazy bloat that I remember telling my co-worker that I looked four months pregnant. I really hope your discomfort is well worth it. Thinking of you, the tick, and spider baby.
ReplyDeleteI got OHSS and at this point (6dp5dt) and was one miserable girl. But it's also the day I got my first BFP on a HPT. I know you are trying not to think about that but that's my guess on why you're uncomfortable. I noticed that a high salt, high protein diet helped some. If you start getting really light headed and dizzy go get a CBC done. They ended up putting me on blood thinners. I'm hoping you escape needing a paracentesis or anything.
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry again for your loss of spider baby. You were lucky to have each other, even if it was for such a short time {{{HUGS}}}
Keeping my fingers crossed for you, well done with not testing early I reckon I will cave ;)
ReplyDeleteDrink Gatorade to help ease the OHSS - I have also heard most people with it do end up with a bfp!
Hmmmmmm :) me too! I got mild OHSS on my winner IVF cycle, ad had none on my failed one! I agree with the girls, it sounds like a good sign;)
ReplyDeleteHowever, the bloating and pain and discomfort is not fun, and is something you need to watch for really carefully. Try to rest as much as possible!
It is only couple more days!!! I am soooooo super excited for you, Twinnie!:)
i have been constantly thinking about you...i am so hoping that all your discomfort means good things for you. tuesday is not that far away! xox
ReplyDeleteI've had one IVF cycle that landed me the 5.5 month old baby boy sleeping in the room next to me. I felt exactly the way you've described in this post, right down to the weight gain, feeling super full, looking 4 months pregnant... just sayin...
ReplyDeleteI tested at 5dp5dt and saw a super light line but so light that I thought it may be leftover trigger. Then I tested at 6dp5dt and it was much darker - that's the test that I've saved as a keepsake :)
I'm keeping everything crossed for you ... but it sure does sound positive!!