Several weeks ago, we went in to see if Brittany's Fallopian tubes were open. This required an hysterosalpingogram or HSG. This is an x-ray that looks at the inside of the uterus and the Fallopian tubes. From what I could make out, this is not a pleasant experience. The procedure requires a dye to be put through a thin tube and then that tube is put through the vagina and into the uterus. The dye then flows through the uterus and the Fallopian tubes. Then a balloon is inflated to prevent the dye from flowing out while and x-ray is taken. This test will show any abnormalities of the uterus and blockages in the Fallopian tubes. As you can see from the picture, both of Brittany's tubes are flowing freely and there are no issues with the uterus. This is great news! We don't have to worry about the eggs not being able to move through the tubes and the sperm not being able to swim and meet them.
The HSG itself was, "uncomfortable" as described by Brittany. She also experienced cramping for the rest of the day which is normal after this test. She did not experience as much pain as some do, so we were grateful for that.
Since the test, Brittany has been taking her medication to regulate her thyroid and to lower her A1C. We have also been working on eating better to help with the thyroid levels. It has been a little over a month taking the meds and it is time to have more blood tests. We are hopeful that her levels are where they need to be and if so, we will begin the actual insemination process in July.
I have always appreciated my wife, but that appreciation has grown throughout this process. I am grateful she is willing to go through all the procedures to grow our family. Thank you Baby and I love you more than you know.
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