OHSS - anyone any advice?

Becky28 · Post by **Becky28** » Fri Jul 18, 2003 11:04 am

Hi everyone, Am on day 10 of stims and my scan this a.m. showed 33 big follies, so I've been told I'm at risk of OHSS. Egg collection scheduled for 9a.m. on Monday. Just had my last FSH injection, and Profasi due Sat night at 11. Anyone ever over-stimmed before? Am a bit scared after hearing about the potential side-effects?! Would love any tips you have. Beck x

NicolaUp · Post by **NicolaUp** » Fri Jul 18, 2003 11:06 am

Not much I'm afraid but I think you need to drink lots of water which will help protect you from dehydation but not sure how that fits in with OHSS! Keep well, look after yourself. Nicola.

Lorraine · Post by **Lorraine** » Fri Jul 18, 2003 4:37 pm

Becky, I hyper stimulted on my first IVF cycle - had well over 60 follicles -40+ over 11mm - I felt very very uncomfortable (not pain) - low down in my pelvis. Was given same advice - lots AND LOTS of water avoid fizzy drinks and caffeine, and continue with general painkillers. Luckily we were allowed to continue with the cycle - clinic were just extra vigilant. Hope all is well with you - at least you have stopped the stims now - remember the follies will mature with the profasi - their last growth spurt - so may experience some discomfort then. Don't be worrying though - it won't help - leave that to the clinic!!!! You just concentrate on producing all those lovely eggs! Wishing you well. Take care Lorraine