QuestionHi,
My question involves endometrial thickness. I am on cycle day 8 and currently taking menapur for an iui cycle. My et was 6.6mm today. I don't think I'll be ready to take my trigger shot for at least 3-4 days. Do you think that will be enough time for it to thicken up? When should I be put on estrogen supplements if needed?
Thank you,
Katie
AnswerHello Katie from the U.S.,
Lots can change in the next few days so don't despair yet. Cycle day #8 is still quite early. Most people are not ready to ovulate until cycle day # 12. You lining is not currently adequate at 6.6 mms but could easily reach the 9 mm adequacy point within the next couple of days. That is influenced by the growing follicle(s) which produce increasing amounts of estrogen as they grow. At this point, I don't see a need for estrogen supplementation; just patience.
Sincerely,
Edward J. Ramirez, M.D., FACOG
Executive Medical Director
The Fertility and Gynecology Center
Monterey Bay IVF Program
www.montereybayivf.com
Monterey, California, U.S.A.
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