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Hello all, I am a newbie to all of this, so I would really appreciate your help.
I had a blood test for CMV and the result said "antibody not detected".
This may sound a bit thick of me to ask, but does it mean I am CMV+ OR CMV- as the waiting list for egg donors depends on your result. So for CMV pos its 3 months, and CMV neg its 6 months.
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Posted: Sat Mar 03, 2012 4:02 pm |
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Hi Pray and Hope,
That means that you are CMV-
Good Luck!
Maple |
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Posted: Sat Mar 03, 2012 4:12 pm |
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Thankyou Maple.
I was afraid it was going to be neg.... Oh well, a bit longer to wait then  |
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Posted: Sat Mar 03, 2012 4:16 pm |
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Hi Pray and Hope,
I wonder if you would consider accepting a CMV+ donor. Many CMV- recipients do as the risks of problems are extremely low. But it will reduce your waiting time.
Good luck,
Maple
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Posted: Sat Mar 03, 2012 4:19 pm |
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Hiya,
You can sign a waiver to accept a positive donor, if you are negative, worth asking your clinic to explain it. The risk apparently is tiny.
But, saying that me and DH were negative and chose to wait for a negative donor.
All the best, exciting times ahead for you!!
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Posted: Sat Mar 03, 2012 4:20 pm |
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Yes I would consider it. Didnt know you had a choice??
Thankyou Maple, I really do appreciate your help.
Good luck to you too. xx |
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Posted: Sat Mar 03, 2012 4:21 pm |
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| Ps Maple posted whilst I was typing!! |
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Posted: Sat Mar 03, 2012 4:22 pm |
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Charlie,
Has highlighted a point ... sometimes CMV- recipient's partner is CMV+ and it doesn't cause any problems.
Maple
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Posted: Sat Mar 03, 2012 4:22 pm |
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Heehee Charlie!
Maple
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Posted: Sat Mar 03, 2012 4:23 pm |
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Hi Pray and Hope,
I am CMV negative but accepted a positive donor, and I had a successful outcome. I believe that the HFEA are now considering scrapping the test as they don't think it has any relevence. Overseas clinics don't generally screen for it.
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Posted: Sat Mar 03, 2012 4:23 pm |
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| Thankyou Charlie. I really do hope so, been waiting soooo long to become a Mum. I hope I get my chance soon. My Husband cant wait too, he would make such an amazing Dad. xxx |
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Posted: Sat Mar 03, 2012 4:24 pm |
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No problems Pray and Hope.
But it might be worth asking your clinic to send you some information about the risks, before you consent to it. Best to be informed than to go in blindly.
Maple
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Posted: Sat Mar 03, 2012 4:25 pm |
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Yeah I think I will ask for more info.
Caroline, your little is such a cutie. Congrats to you, x |
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Posted: Sat Mar 03, 2012 4:26 pm |
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Caroline is right, most overseas clinics no longer consider it to be an issue and so no longer test/match for it.
Maple
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Posted: Sat Mar 03, 2012 4:28 pm |
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Hi P&H,
As Charlie says you can sign a waiver for a donor who is CMV+. The risk comes because the infection is spread via bodily fluids, so there is a very very small chance you may catch CMV when the embryo is transferred. CMV almost never has any symptoms or ill effects if you do catch it as a healthy adult. However if it is first time activated in someone who previously was CMV- and some sypmtoms did arise there is a tiny risk the baby could have birth defects. There is also a tiny risk from the infection to babies who catch CMV from their mother.
The risk really is tiny as around 60-80% of adults are though to be CMV+ and it is not considered a risk in most preganancies or in breast feeding mothers to the infant. You could catch CMV anyway during pregnancy!
So you would need to consider whether you thought the risk outweighed the time delay.
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Last edited by Phoenix_ on Sat Mar 03, 2012 4:31 pm; edited 1 time in total
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TTC since Dec 2009 unexplained infertility
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Posted: Sat Mar 03, 2012 4:29 pm |
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| Wow sorry everyone posted whilst I was typing So my response it a bit late! xx |
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Posted: Sat Mar 03, 2012 4:29 pm |
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WOW!!!!!! What can I say, but thankyou ALL so very much. You are amazing Ladies.
I wish you all every success and your dreams to come true. |
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Posted: Sat Mar 03, 2012 4:33 pm |
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Pray and Hope - Phoenix has explained it really well!
Phoenix - your post is very informative, so the (few seconds of) lateness is well worth it!
All the best!
Maple
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Posted: Sat Mar 03, 2012 4:37 pm |
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| Thankyou for the info Phoenix, I didnt know any of that. xx |
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Posted: Sat Mar 03, 2012 9:00 pm |
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Thanks ladies, Dr Wikipedia is the source lol - I looked it up when I ES (as a donor) as I had never even heard of CMV so wondered why they were testing for it! I never really mention this as a test to other potential donors as it is more confusing than its worth - it really doesn't matter if you are CMV+ or CMV-.
Maple - I've cross posted with you a few time but have never really chatted. I just want to wish you lots of luck, you sound like you've had a tough time and I'm rooting for you. I also see all the help you give other ladies on these boards which is amazing - you should write a book xx |
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Posted: Sat Mar 03, 2012 9:24 pm |
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Hi Phoenix,
Thanks for you lovely kind words. I have read many of your informative and knowledgeable posts too ... you have learnt so much in a relatively short time! It's wonderful to see ladies like you helping/advising and support other ladies.
I am only repaying in my own way for all help and support that I have received from other ladies over the years. I just wish that I haven't had to gain so much knowledge over the many years in my search for the holy grail for success!
But if I can help a few ladies along the way ... then my journey so far wouldn't have been totally wasted.
I am embarking the hardest part of my journey at the moment ... I have never experienced anything as stressful and difficult in my life ... I really hope that nobody else has to endure this.
I want to thank you (and other wonderful donors) from the bottom of my heart, for giving ladies like me a chance of having a baby of our own ... such an amazing gift!
I hope you enjoy a healthy and happy rest of your pregnancy.
All the best!
Love,
Maple
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Posted: Sat Mar 03, 2012 10:04 pm |
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Maple,
I really hope that this most challanging part of your journey will work out, and if there is anything we ladies can do to help you know everyone will be here for you.
I feel just the same as you about imparting any knowledge I have picked up to others - we have been so lucky so far I just want to try and help. I did a science degree and have an analytical type brain (or a geek to use another term lol) so learning as much about the subject as possible really helped me deal with the IVF. In my current job in finance I'm also used to picking up the saliant points from large chunks of info lol so helps with condensing it for the boards!
In terms of the donation again just want to help - IF has so many negative consequences and I felt so awful at times. I never want anyone else to feel like that and I can help in at least a small way by donating. I'll be sharing again and no doubt donating after that until I'm too old
Lots of positive wishes your way
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Posted: Sun Mar 04, 2012 5:58 am |
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Thanks Phoenix.
Your knowledge will help many who are/will be treading the path of IF. I do get so much satisfaction seeing ladies succeed and would like to think that I have contributed in some way (however tiny the contribution).
It is so amazingly generous and selfless of you for wanting to continue ES/donating ... you are truly a wonderful and special lady. I'd like to thank you again on behalf of the recipients.
I will be keeping my beady eye on you ... looking forward to see a picture of your special miracle on your signature, in a few months time!
Take care,
Maple
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Posted: Sun Mar 04, 2012 8:57 am |
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| Thank you Maple I'm hoping and wishing things work out for you too xx |
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