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385161 tn?1270081218

how many follicles do you need to boost IUI success?

I had IUI today they said I had 2 follicles mature on my rt. ovary. Doc says they were like 23 and 25mm so they were a good size. Hubbys sperm count was high, modility was excellent, and everything sounded good. I just don't know what they are comparing all this to. I went online and did some research and most sites are saying 3-4 follicles for IUI is best for success. I am just pryaing 2 will do! Any reassurance?
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385161 tn?1270081218
thank you soooo much for your responses. I feel a lot better now. I was getting so worried. Sounds like lots of you have had luck w/one or 2 follies:) I appreciate your feedback, it means a lot to me!
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i got pregnant in november with just 1 follicle for the IUI....one is all you need...i am now almost 10 weeks preggo...stay positive!!!! best of luck!!!
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361454 tn?1312054856
I think that is great you had 2 mature follicles!!! i had three mature follicles on my right side (but that side has the blocked tube) and only one on my left side so I'm hoping just the one is good enough! =)  i was excited with the one so you need to be more than happy with two! =)  Good luck!!!
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Same w/ tanker...doc was very opposed to doing IUI w/ more than 3 follicles. Increases the chance of multiples so much and he wanted us to have one healthy baby and mommy!
Sounds like all is in your favor!
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189192 tn?1261341628
I've gotten pg twice with IUI. The first time I had two follicles but that pg ended up being ectopic.  The second pregnancy, I only had one follicle and now I'm 33wks along.  

My dr would not even do IUI if you had more than 2 or 3 follicles, and he thought it was wreckless of drs who did.  The more follicles you have, the higher the risk of multiple births and the higher the risks to the health of the babies and the mother.  

I think you have wonderful odds with two follies. Most of the people you see walking around, originated from a single follicle cycle.  

Best of luck to you!!
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279230 tn?1259923903
I did IUI with only one follicle and I am 14 weeks pregnant (it was my first IUI).  SO I'd say you have a pretty good chance with 2.  I hope it works for you!
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Can you tell me your follicle size time of iii plz
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