226 – Endometriosis, IVF Journey, and She Experienced with Sherelle Gilbert

Have you heard of the term hydrosalpinx?

Hydrosalpinx is the blockage of a woman’s fallopian tube caused by a fluid buildup and dilation of the tube at its end. Most often it occurs at the fimbrial end of the tube next to the ovary, but it can also occur at the other end of the tube that attaches to the uterus.

Today’s guest was diagnosed with infertility after trying to conceive for a year.  She underwent surgery for hydrosalpinx and possible endometriosis which resulted in removal of both her fallopian tubes due to damage caused by endometriosis.  Sherelle Gilbert was faced with IVF being her only option for conceiving.  She went through her first round of IVF that resulted in one normal PGS tested embryo.  Due to the COVID-19 pandemic cancellations delayed the transfer of her embryo.  Sherelle had a successful transfer and was excited, until she experienced a miscarriage at 7 weeks.  In this episode, Sherelle takes us back on her journey through endometriosis, IVF and the costs, and her preparing for another round of IVF in hopes of bringing home her miracle.

This episode is for you to listen to if you have been diagnosed with endometriosis, experienced IVF loss, or have had blocked fallopian tubes.

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