All right veterans, this post is for you. I need some advice and seeing as I'm the only infertile I know in my group of friends and family, I am turning to you.
Today we received the news that our insurance has agreed to let us see a reproductive Endocrinologist. Too bad they hardly pay for anything, but whatever. I'll recognize the positives where I can.
Then, because I think the universe likes to confuse me, we were contacted regarding an IUI study that we may qualify for. Low cost IUI=Awesome. But participating in the study would mean we would bypass anything other options the RE may have recommended prior to moving on with IUI.
So...
1. For a woman who ovulates pretty darn regularly with normal labs and a man who has a marginally low sperm count, is IUI usually the first step? Or would meds alone usually come first? I'm just trying to get an idea of what our course would be like if we didn't go straight to IUI.
2. This is a study that involves IUI with ovarian stimulation using either Clomid, Letrazole, or Gonadotropins. Any experience with any of these. It's a random trial, so I don't get to pick the drug I receive.
3. Any other helpful thoughts? I'm currently making my way through (with my highlighter!) the 39 pages of consent...it's going to be a long night.
Thanks in advance!
