Can you be to informed? Weird question

[Anonymous]

WHen I started down the infertility path I read everything possible and had every test possible. Of course in doing so I found out I had a few other health issues. Namely, my thyroid is SLIGHTLY (VERY MINOR) off. I was told this has nothing to do with why I am not getting pregnant (Confirmed at SG and CFA) but can cause a SLIGHT chance in an increase in miscarriages. The next thing I know I am reading all about Miscarriages and freaking out that I might have some of the other causes for miscarriages. Mind you I am not even pregnant yet. I guess what I am asking is that I know it is good to be informed about everything but do you think sometimes it can be bad as you almost learn to much and can become parnoid.

[Anonymous]

yes. i definitely think too much information can have a negative impact but it really depends on the kind of person you are. for some, it's really helpful and a useful expenditure of energy, for others (often times me) it just raises the anxiety level which we all know is not good for conception... so the trick will be to decide how much and what kind of info is benefical for YOU and what is not and then make a point to not cross your self imposed line. easier said than done! also keep in mind that a fair amount of what we read on the internet (from random, unidentified sources -- such as myself!) is inaccurate or not applicable to our individual cases.

[Anonymous]

Yes, I think you can be too informed. The internet is not the end-all-be-all when it comes to doing research. You ended up finding much discussion on conditions that are extremely rare. It doesn't matter how much data you have in front of you -- it will not change what is happening inside your own body. When I realized that DH and I were having trouble TTC, I started reading books (Taking Charge of Your Fertility, Resolving Infertility). I think they are good reads and were helpful. Then I went to my OB, who eventually referred to an RE. We eventually ended up going through IVF. I am very happy that I did not do a lot of "research" on the web, until I had been through several IVF cycles. In fact, in some ways, I regret the little searching that I did do on the internet. What ultimately mattered was how my body was responding to IVF and what actions my doctor recommended to improve our situation. It ultimately worked out for us, and I hope everything turns out well for you too.

[Anonymous]

No matter what your RE has told you though, make sure that your TSH is between 1-2. That's the optimal (not just "normal") range for fertility. GL!

[Anonymous]

What's TSH?

[Anonymous]

Yes -- after you choose your doctor/clinic, my personal opinion is that you should just show up for the appointments and try to tune everything else out. After the first 2 cycles, I even got my husband to completely handle the drug protocols and preparing/administering the shots.

Minimize your stress.