Anyone had ovarian drilling?

[Jenben83]

Hi all just found out my second round of clomid didn't work and was told I would probably be offered ovarian drilling next before ivf. Anyone had this? If so how did it go and did it work? Xxx

[AttilaTheMeerkat]

I had this procedure done (its proper name is laparoscopic ovarian diathermy) and it is the reason why I became a parent to a now teenager!. Endometriosis was also found during this procedure (that was why I had very painful periods) and also lasered off. The cystic follicles on the ovaries are basically punctured.

Its not a cure for PCOS because the cystic follicles associated with this condition do return but it can certainly kickstart ovulation in some PCOS patients.

I wish you the best of luck with the surgery; any other questions just ask.

[Jenben83]

Thanks for your reply. Apart from not ovulating I don't seem to have any other side effects from my PCOS. I'm not over weight, I'm not overly hairy and my hormone levels are normal. I really thought clomid would have worked but it's not meant to be. I really didn't want to go down a more invasive route but it seems that's what I need to do before trying IVF. Did you fall pregnant soon after having the procedure? Xxx

[AttilaTheMeerkat]

I became pg a month later!. I never thought it would happen as soon as that.

Clomid does not unfortunately always work out for all PCOSers; clomid resistance can happen in some women. Clomid can increase LH levels markedly; if these are high to begin with then ovulation is often affected. This is why women with PCOS should be monitored when offered clomid treatment.

I wish you the best of luck re this surgery. I basically went as white as a sheet when it was offered to me, I did feel very apprehensive about the whole idea of surgery at the time.

[FinDeSemaine]

I haven't had it but I have a friend who did. She now has two gorgeous children.

[Jenben83]

Thank you so much for your comments. I was quite shocked and upset when I was told I would probably need the surgery. It just seems really invasive. Hearing your stories however makes me think it's definitely worth a shot xxx

[FinDeSemaine]

Good luck!