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Everything you have to go thru with infertility is painful but SO worth it in the end. I did all that for 2 pregnancies and don't worry it's not that bad. Childbirth is much worse and you've alredy done that. If you need someone to talk to contact me thru the site or email me at ____@____.com put something in the subject so I know it's you. Good Luck!!

My HSG was not very painful. A few quick sharp cramps and that was all. Some advil were enough to stop any cramping afterwards. Good luck!!!

Hello-

I had the HSG and I had zero pain! It was uncomfortable but lets face it so is a pap!!

Good luck to you and remember the ending result it makes everything much more bearable-

Jackie

My husband and I have been trying to conceive for over two years now. We went through some infertility treatment, but have now chosen to take a break because of the impact it was having on our life(constant worry, weekly if not more frequent doctor appointments 40 miles away, etc). So, I have taken Clomid, had IUIs, an HSG, and other treatments. My HSG was not really painful...more like a dull pain similar to a menstrual cramp. However, I have heard of women that have had a lot of pain with it.
As far as the support, you must talk to your husband anytime you can. This is the hardest thing I have ever had to go through in my life (harder than losing a brother at age 17) and I would never had made it through without the support of my husband, my family, and my friends. For over a year we did not tell anyone. We have since come to realize that this not our failure but just part of God's plan for our life. It still hurts, but being able to talk openly to each other has made it so much better. In fact, it has strengthened our marriage in many ways. I always tried to make sure I did not talk about it with him too much because I did not want to be a drag. But, I have found that he resented me not telling him how I was feeling more than he was irritated by my emotions. It sounds like your husband is also supportive. I would also encourage you to always focus on the good in your life. You have a great husband (or so it sounds) and a beautiful daughter. I personally try to focus on how great my career, family, and friends are. It is easy to get caught up in the emotions of disappointment, fear, and doubt but I refused to let this overtake your life. I have heard of women who quit their jobs and never talk about anything else with their husbands. I can understand the desire to do that, but I also understand and hope you can see that that is not a healthy way to deal with infertility issues.
It also very important that you have a doctor that you trust, with staff that is kind and understanding. I am lucky to have found a great group.
I know the barrage of feelings you are having so if you ever want to talk, just email me privately and we can talk...about anything...questions you have about treatment, emotions you are feeling, etc. I also have some books (mostly Christian) that I would be happy to share.

The HCG shot was not bad....of course it hutrs a tiny bit but it just takes a few seconds and then it is over. Are you giving it yourself? It was always better for me when someone else gave me the shots. I went through infertility for almost 4 years. I have had many shots and can relate to your fear to the "unknwon". You will be fine!!! Write if you need ANYTHING! You have more support than you know, there are a ton of us out here that have been or are still right where you are....hang in there!

Just take a deep breath and relax. I too went through fertility with my second. We became pregnant and had my first daughter in less than a year of being married. I then had a miscarraige and could not concieve again. We ended up having IVF to have our second daughter who is now 3. I understand that every woman is different, but we as woman are strong and can handle things better than most men. :) My best advice is to take this day by day. Look ahead to the reward. There are days (when my legs were welted from shots and I thought that I couldn't take another shot) when all that brought me through that day was thinking about the end result. I am not going to say that this will be easy, but it really is not that bad. Right now looking back at all I went through, to have my beautiful little girl, every part was 100% worth it. I would say good luck tomorrow but that is not really what you need. Think of tomorrow as the next step to having a beautiful new baby to love. Everything will be all right in the end. Positive thoughts (a little prayer) and a good attitude will get you through this.

The HSG may be a little painful but way less painful than birthing a child. I have had several rounds of fertility treatment and consequently have my adorable little girl and you know after a while you hardly remember all the things you did to get pregnant :) stick yourself with needles, HSGs and other lovely stuff - it all fades away and really in the scheme of things, none of this stuff really hurts that much. Don't dwell on it and don't fixate on getting pregnant. Whatever will be will be. Good luck.

I had an HSG done few months ago and didn't find it that bad. It depends how blocked your tubes are. Even though mine were completely blocked, I found the procedure only a little bit uncomfortable.
Take some pain medicine about an hour before procedure.
We have a 3.5 years old daughter and have been trying to conceive for about 2 years now, the last few months have been with a fertility specialist. I know this is an extremely emotional and frustrating process.

I had an HSG years ago. It was more like bad cramps than horrible pain. I didn't take anything but was told I could. Chekc with the doc on that first-or the place you will have it done. They did tell me that some women experience more than others. Do not stress about it. The more you worry, the harder it can be emotionally. The best thing to do is relax and look at it as just one more step to take.

I hope you will find my story inspiring. I have a beautiful 11 year old daughter that was a surprise. I was told while pregnant with her that I couldn't have anymore. I started seeing Dr. Binor (at Rush-Copley) to see what was wrong. I had to do everrything you mentioned, and within a month, I was pregnant with my now 8 year old son. We went back to Dr. Binor again a few years ago, and went through the process again. It took two months that time, but now I also have an awesome 2 year old. Funny thing is, I am 7 months pregnant again- this time, no help (wasn't even trying). I know enduring some of those things at times feels tedious and it can really mess with your emotions, but over all, it's so worth it. Good luck and God Bless!

Hi,
Don't know about HSG but I can offer you this. When I was 34 and trying to get pregnant, my doctor gave me clomid after only 6 months of trying and had never tested me or my husband for any infertility. I was nervous to take clomid and then my sister-in-law sent me the book "Taking Charge of your Fertility" by Toni Weschler. Look on Amazon, you get a used book for 4.99. Anyway, my point is this: I read the book and the very next month, April, I was pregnant. I don't know if you tried hard for your 1st one, charting, checking temps, checking cervical fluid etc. or if it just happened naturally. I couldn't believe the things I didn't know about my own body until I read this book. Now, the second son took 10 months and I had all the info from the book. I apparently can only get pregnant in April, no other month works. In fact, I'm 41 and won't allow my husband near me in the month of April. Good Luck to you, it's hard, I've cried many a tears each time I saw I got my period. I hope it happens soon for you. Get the book.

I was in the same position. My husband and I were trying to conceive for 2 years. I did the HSG, it wasn't painful. I was awake for the procedure, however, there was a lot of pressure. If I recall correctly, I think I just took a couple of Tylenol before the procedure. We also were using Clomid. I was on only my first cycle and we got pregnant right away. We just had our first this week, a baby girl. My best advise is to just try not to worry about it all. It makes things much more stressful when you put all that pressure on yourself. Good luck!

I'm not sure but I think it was the same test, the hysteropingling test? I'm butchering the spelling. It was not that bad, a bit of pressure, but not unbearable. I think if I remember rightly there was some cramping after, kind of like your period. I'm sure Motrin would help, ask your dr. It really wasn't too bad. I've heard from drs. that after this procedure women often get pregnant the next month because it's like the "cobwebs" have been cleared out and pregnancy takes easier. Just a thought.
I also have been on Clomid, actually twice. I have 3 kids, #1 was clomid, #2 IVF, #3 Clomid. With #3, I was on it for only 1 cycle and it worked, we were so shocked! With #1, I was on for several cycles. Just try not to worry about things, I know easier said than done. If you need any other advice feel free to email me. Good luck!

I'm sorry you're going through all of this! I had a 3 year battle with (primary) infertility, and had all of the tests out there. The HSG can be very painful, I won't lie. I've had 3 of them in my life. I would take some motrin about an hour prior,if you are allowed to have motrin with the clomid...I forget. (I didn't have my HSGs during a meds cycle ever.)

Basically, the HSG is going to make sure your tubes are open. The first one I had neither tube was open and that test like to have killed me. BUT...I was not expecting to see those tubes blocked, so not only was it physically painful it was devestating emotionally which might have contributed to the pain. The pain came from them flushing that liquid in and a-my tubes were blocked so all that fluid stayed and was pressured into my uterus, and b-I had 2 polyps in there, so there wasn't as much room anyway.

The next one I had was after I had surgery to remove all the gunk from my tubes and uterus. This one was more frightening beforehand but less painful as both tubes were incredibly open! I also took the motrin beforehand that time!

The last one I had wasn't painful at all, really, although that one showed that I had one blocked tube. At that point I had no children and just figured well, it's going to be a long in-vitro path to mommyhood! I had moved from another state to IL where at least there is some mandated infertilitiy treatment coverage by insurance.

Less than a year after the last HSG, much to our total surprise, I got pregnant. And a year after my first was born, I got pregnant again. Go figure. We'll never know how I could go from being a fertility train wreck with all the issues I had (I had WAY more than blocked tubes) to 2 kids in 2 years, but I believe it was stress and how my body handles it. I'm just grateful for the outcome and I hope you have a positive outcome too.

My first advise is to relax and don't worry or be anxious. I realize that is easier said than done, but it is important. HCG is a blood test - easy. The less stress, the better planting ground! Good luck.

The HSG was painful for a very brief amount of time. I don't remember that it was too bad at all. I went through fertility treatments, too, and was told "your ovaries aren't working" and "it's genetic" so that there was nothing the doctor could do. I went to another doctor, who discovered that I had endometriosis, and I was pregnant just a few months later. A big help to me was going to an accupuncturist. Whether or not she actually made me physically pregnant is unclear, but she made me calmer, less afraid, and she took the time to listen to my issues without hurrying me or judging me. It didn't hurt in the least and was actually very helpful psychologically.

I'm so sorry that you are going through all of this. I have not dealt with IF but I know many women who have through a message board called The Nest. There is a chatboard dedicated to women who are having IF struggles. I know these women would be an abundance of support for you. You have to sign up (for free) in order to post but you can read posts without signing up. Here's the link:

http://community.thebump.com/cs/ks/forums/4236698/ShowFor...

Also, if you have not started charting, it may be helpful to you. You can read how to start at www.fertilityfriend.com. Check out their tutorials.

Unlike the others, I thought the HSG was painful, but it only last a few moments. Do take the ibuprofen before you go.

I had some trouble conceiving my second. I was experiencing a lot of work/personal stress during that time so I decided to try accupuncture mainly to address the stress-related symptoms. OK, the fertility benefits I read about weren't bad either.

I got pregnant the first cycle after my first accupuncture appoitment. It really helped me feel better overall, and I am convinced it does the right things to your body so it can get pregnant again.

I had an HSG done, and I had very, very little pain. I did have very slight cramping afterward, but nothing bad.
I had to take clomid to conceive my 2nd and 3rd sons. It took 4 cycles on 50mg to conceive my 2nd son. When we were trying for #3, I tried 50mg for 1 cycle, and didn't ovulate, so we went up to 100mg for the 2nd cycle, and I got pregnant! =)

Good Luck to you! I know it's easier said than done, but try not to stress yourself out.

You can take advil (2 pills )prior to the procedure.Doctor recommended. No pain at all, but everything is individual. Goodluck!

Hi, just joined momsource and read your request. I had fertility problems for many years. 5 failed invitros and praise be to God 2 successful invitros and now I have a handsome 3 year old son and twin girls who just turned 1 last month. I had two HSG's and because my tubes were blocked, yes it was painful. I have been told by others that if there is no blockage, it would not have been painful. Not sure what doctor you are treating with but should you need a recommendation, I would recommend Dr. Brasch with Advanced Reproductive. Their bed side manner is great and they are great assisting you through what ever program you choose to go through. Their number is ###-###-####. The main thing I learned through my ten years of trying to conceive was that God is in control. He knows your heart and what you desire and he will be the one you will need to ultimately turn to for the best and strongest support through it all. Cause it truly is an emotional roller coaster. I wish you the best and true success.

Hi M. B,

I have taken the clomid for 2 sets of 3 rounds. The first one I get pregnant the on the 3rd round and then have a miscarraige and the second time I got pregnant the 3rd round and had a girl who is now 3 1/2. As for the HSG, like most other moms tell you it just a lot of cramping like a period, not comfortable but tolerable. I have heard from people though that if your tubes are blocked it can be more painful because they keep pushing the dye in and it has nowhere to go. As for the clomid, I would just like to tell you that the one side effect that I had taking it was hot flashes, and that every month that I had to take it again the hot flashes got more frequent or more severe. My mom and I used to laugh because we would be driving together in the winter and we would both be rolling our windows down because we were both having a hot flash. Other then that I didn't have any symptoms.

Good Luck, I hope it works for you and quickly.

D. K

The HSG can be uncomfortable if you tighten up, so remember to relax and take deep breaths. I took some motrin about an hour before the HSG, that can also really help. I didn't have cramping until the procedure was completely over and I got up to go to the restroom. It was period-like cramping. You might want to bring extra motrin with you to take after the procedure and have someone drive you, in case the cramps are really uncomfortable and you can't drive.

We have an almost three year old and have been doing fertility things for a year- refresh my memory is the HSG the procedure that they shoot dye into your fallopian tubes to check things out or is it a histosonogram where they just put fluid into the uterus to check things out? Email me back at ____@____.com if you'd like. I have had both done. Hang in there.

I had the HSG test and it was not bad at all. I was actually expecting to be in lots of pain but when it was over I was pleasantly surprised. I jumped off the table. I had no ill affects. My tubes were blocked so they "blew them out" and I got pregnant the following month after 2 years of trying. I will keep my fingers crossed for you. Good luck!

I had an HSG done and honestly i thought it was not half as bad as i expected. I bit of strong menstral cramps during the injection of the dye but other than that, i was fine. It's just more nerve racking going through it all than painful. Good luck and don't worry!

Hi I'll keep you in my prayers but talked with your doctor about this so he/she can make you feel more comfortable about this.

First of all, I want to give you a virtual *HUG*! I know how hard it is to go through infertility and I know you need all the support you can get right now.

The HSG was not painful for me ~ just slighly uncomfortable. You've probably had it by now so I'm probably late in my response. Please let us know how it was.

I got pregnant naturally after THREE years of insems and IVFs. We decided that we were going to take a break and I got pregnant with our one and only. So, miracles DO happen. Hang in there and I will keep my fingers crossed for you.

HSG is not painful! I had it done and it was easy. A little cramping, no problem. I also liked being on Clomid, it gave me a good feeling inside, very happy. Have your doctor do a thyroid test too. If you have low thyroid it makes it harder to conceive. That was my problem. Make sure your husband gets checked too if you have not already done so. Many times the problem is on the guys end not the women's! Try and relax (I know it is hard).