I've just registered but couldn't wait to post. I am 41yrs. old and have just had m/c #2. We have been pursuing a family since 12/00. I have had two HSG for possible blockage and got pregnant immediately following both procedures. Conceived first pregnancy with IUI in 08/02 and m/c at 5wks., no further testing, pat answer given by RE as to loss. With the fifth IUI following HSG I concieved again. I requested a progesterone level be taken but was told by RE's nurse that there is no sound evidence that there is any relationship to cause concern. The ultrasound at 11 weeks showed no heartbeat. I had been receiving acupuncture and TCM treatments to assist with conception and following the ultrasound had treatment to assist in m/c which did the job w/o requiring D & C. RE will karotype but indicated that further testing will not proceed until after the 3rd. m/c. I do not want to go through this and was very upset. At 41 the clock is booming and time is of the essence. As I live in Alberta (clogged public health system) getting to see an RE took several months and appointments are far & few between. Is there any references to Drs. in Alberta, and more specifically, Edmonton; who actively pursue additional testing?
One other thing, at about 7 weeks I experienced what I believed to be a clot in my inner left thigh, with lots of pain and discomfort of which I had never experienced prior. It later moved into my knee and the pain dissipated after a couple of hours (and a couple of aspirin) but it left my toes with numbness and tingling for weeks following. I had an appointment with GP following the weekend episode but she did nothing further to explore this. After reading on this site I see that there is a direct relationship between clotting and m/c. Is there a specific test I should request to have GP investigate further?
I applaud all those women who continue to support and guide those of us through our losses. I thank you from my heart, soul and womb.