Starting Elmiron while trying to get pregnant

[monet]

As someone who has been trying to get pregnant for 3 years, I've not been taking any medications for IC since being diagnosed until recently. I realize that most people go off their medications while trying to get pregnant and now I've just started elmiron. I've just gotten to the point, where I'm tired of suffering for a baby that I don't know how long it will take me to get pregnant or even have. So, am I just supposed to continue to suffer in the hopes of getting pregnant and going into remission? I hope I've made the right choice in starting some of the medications like Elmiron and diazepam while trying to get pregnant although there are times when I question that decision. I've had my urologist tell me not to take any medication but, a new gynecologist that specialies in IC patients has told me to try this for now and I can stop when I get pregnant. She has said, that at least I might get some relief before I'm pregnant to make my pregnancy easier. It's so difficult when you feel like you have to decide between your own suffering and the health of a growing baby you might have at some point in the future. Has anyone else taken elmiron while trying to get pregnant?

[Little Sunshine]

Well Wishes

I just wanted to reply and let you know that I admire your courage for not letting IC take away your dreams of becoming a mother. Unfortunately I have no advice to offer you as far as the meds go. I am kind of at the same juncture though. My husband and I are trying for a baby (soon) but I am afraid to stop taking my herbal remedies b/c I believe they are really helping me. I have made about an 80% recovery (most of the scars that remain are psychological). I am terrified of any type of set back with my health. It sounds as if your body could use a break.....or a pain free period. I don't think you should give up your dream of becoming a mother but put it on the back burner for a bit and give your body a chance to heal. I wish I had some magic answer. Heck, I am terrified to even have intercourse (afraid it will cause an infection or a flare) so don't ask me how I expect to have a baby All I know is that I will NOT let IC take away my dream of becoming a mother either. Best of luck to you. Please let me know what you find out, if anything, as I am curious myself!

[meResque]

My gyno and uro see no issue with me remaining on Elmiron through the duration of pregnancy, so I see no problem with you taking it up through getting pregnant!

[monet]

I feel much better about taking Elmiron and I think your right Little Sunshine I just need to take care of myself right now and if that means taking Elmiron then that's what I'll do.