uterus size TTC

[NenPS]

Wife & I are starting the process of getting prego! She's 37 & we will be using donor sperm with IUI. Today she had a vaginal ultrasound. Everything looks great except her uterus lining is 2mm. The ultra sound tech said its because she kust had her period. then one of the dr's said that's not good because it should be thicker since she should ovulate tomorrow? any feedback would be great! Thanks :)

[adgal]

Hmm...I am a little confused.  When did her last period end and how long are her cycles?  I am just confused that the tech commented on her period just ending, and another saying she should ovulate tomorrow.  Most women ovulate about 14 days prior to their period starting.  Does she have a short cycle?

[NenPS]

Confused is exactly where I'm at. Her cycle is 24 days long. Started on the first so today is CD 12 with the lining measuring 2mm. She should have a LH surge tomorrow. So I'm thinking her lining will be between 4 & 6 mm when she actually ovualates... right? If that's the case how is this treated in order to concieve & stay preg? Thanks so much for your reply.

[trying43]

Usually Estrace or some other form of estrogen is given to thicken the lining.  Drs like it to be 8-12mm for implantation to be successful.  If its over 15 mm that can hinder implantation as well. Good luck.

[adgal]

Ok, so now this makes more sense.  Trying is correct as far as I know.  Have they offered anything?  I believe this is a common concern with short cycles, but it is easily treatable as far as I know.  I wish you two luck and hope that her IUI is a successful one!