Written a few days ago: I'm popping down to Mexico early Friday for a hysteroscopy and possible myomectomy/polypectomy - there was a time of innocence when I didn't know what that meant.
When I had my surgery a couple of years ago they removed several large fibroids. Recently some of my old symptoms have returned so they need to check if the fibroids, or any other obstacles to pregnancy, have grown. If they have, they'll remove them. If they don't find anything, the doctor can go ahead and do an endometrial scratch (scrape up my endometrium) to encourage healing growth hormones which, in turn, encourages implantation.
My OBGYN in Austin recommended this along with a fallopian tube removal. Interestingly, IVF has a high chance of ectopic pregnancies and, by removing the tubes, you reduce the chance. I have chosen not to have my tubes removed right now though.
As a side note, because of cancer risks, it's recommended to remove your tubes if you're done using them. Not necessarily go in just for that but, if you're already having surgery in the area, it's not a bad idea to snip them out. Just saying. #toomuchdoctorradio
Returning to my upcoming trip, the hard part is going to be driving all night without drinking/snacking and very little sleep. I have to fast because of the anesthesia. Meh.
The good news is, if I hadn't postponed treatment this month, I would already be getting ready for transfer and wouldn't have this opportunity of prepping myself further.
Onwards!
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