should i see an re?

I have been trying to get pregnant for 13 months.....I have started clomid and am currently on 100 mg because i DO NOT ovulate. With the clomid i have started to ovulate but only on cd19. Still no BFP. I guess my question is when should i think about seeing an RE? I am still seeing my GYN and he is REALLY good, but i dont feel that he is very aggressive. SHould i already be seeing an RE?

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I would definitely get to an RE. You've been trying for a significant amount of time and have valid concerns. An RE is much more experienced in the field of infertility and will guide you MUCH better to getting your BFP!! Good Luck!!

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Thanks alot...i appreciate it, you getting back to me...It means alot.

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Welcome I agree w/ babyquestion- I would definitely see an RE for a 2nd opinion. How long have you been on clomid? Are you being monitored while on it? How old are you?
The general rule of thumb is (I 'think' so don't quote me on it ) something like if you're under 35 try for 12 months and over 35 try for 6 months before moving to an RE. I am under 35 and have been seeing an RE since before I got married b/c we knew what we were dealing w/ already.
I'm sure some of the women on here can help you find an RE in your area- I go to Dr. Kenigsberg at LI-IVF. They have offices in Lake Success, Melville, and Port Jefferson. HTH! Good luck to you!!! Keep us posted!

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Thanks...Been trying for 13 months...im 27 years old and i have beeon on clomid for 2 months.....BUT my gyn didnt even make an appointment after my last progestoren test....thats why i am thinking that i should be doing something more....like, now what do i do, wait till i get AF and then call and ask for a new perscription?...he left me hanging!! Last tiem i was there, he mentioned puting me on 150mg of Chlomid and checking my tubes (Which he hasnt done yet...but i hear i should get done)....but i look on here and so many peole are doing Chlomod and something else....

he doesnt have me doing anywhing, but Chlomid....i dont get it...i ovulated 2 times alredy, and nothin....shouldnt he be trying something else by now?

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Yes, I think it is time for you to see an RE. Unfortunately most OB/GYN's don't really understand fertility - its not their speciality - however they try to treat fertility problems even though they don't have the knowledge/time/facilities to do so.
IMO - an RE's job is to get you pregnant, and an OB's job is to take care of you once you are pregnant.

Has your DH had a semen analysis?

Good luck!

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Be very careful about using Clomid from an OB unless you are getting very close monitoring. My RE told me that he has seen women that have lost an ovary from improper monitoring on Clomid by an OB.

I think it is time to see an RE. If you are not ovulating on your own, this IMO, is out of the OB's area of expertise. He should be referring you to someone who is an expert in IF.
Good Luck

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Definitely head to a RE ASAP! Best of luck and

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I agree 100% with the other girls. You need an RE. It seems that the most commonly used ones on the boards are RS of NY and LI-IVF. The both have a few offices.

Good luck! Welcome. Hope your stay here is short.

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Yes, I think it is time to see a RE. Be careful with Clomid. If not monitored correctly, it could actually do the reverse and create difficulties getting pregnant. Your uterine lining could get very thin.

Good Luck!

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Absolutely...my reg GYN told me don't worry, you have no issues, you should get pg in no time Fast forward a few years, I went to see an RE, turns out I have PCOS and very rarely ovulate and my DH has severe sperm issues! Better to get it checked out by an expert Sometimes all we need is a helping hand!

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Posted by babyfaith

Definitely head to a RE ASAP! Best of luck and

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I am being monitored while on clomid...but when i asked my dr about the trigger shot he said i didnt need that...i am ovulating but very late, and the first time my opk didnt even turn, but blood work showed that i did ovulate....At my last sono on d13,, my eggs are the perfect size...he told me to go home and have sex, but didnt mention i was ovulating, and then no ovulation for a week!..I have looked into LI-IVF and am going to make an appointment with them....im due to get AF and after my last bloodtest, my gyn didnt even meet with me, so i dont even know if he wants me back on clomid or what....it was very strange...thanks alot girls! You are all very helpful!