If you have recently had a failed IUI, the first question that will come to your mind is, “When will I have my period after IUI failure?”
Just like how you get your period after a failed natural pregnancy, you will also have your period a few days after a failed IUI. Even if you want to undergo another IUI procedure, you can only do so after you have had your first period after the failure.
So, when will you have your first period after a failed IUI? Will it be painful? Continue reading to learn everything about your first period after IUI failure.
Understanding The Menstrual Cycle Post-Failed IUI
After a failed IUI cycle, you will generally get your first period around two weeks (10–14 days) after the insemination procedure. This time period is actually in accordance with your ovulation cycle.
Your fertility doctor will time your insemination when you ovulate and when your chances of pregnancy are high. From that time, if IUI is not a success, it will take around two weeks to have your menstruation.
However, certain circumstances can cause your first period to be a little late. These factors can interfere with your ovulation cycle and delay your periods.
Hormonal injections
The first step of your IUI cycle is hormonal injections. Here, you will be administered a series of hormonal injections for several days. These injections will stimulate your ovaries and produce many eggs to increase the chances of fertilization and implantation.
These injections will cause a sudden spike in your body’s hormone levels and can disrupt your natural menstrual cycle. This can be one reason for your delayed periods after IUI.
Stress and anxiety
The stress and anxiety of IUI failure can affect your body’s hormone levels and delay your period. You need to stay calm and follow coping mechanisms to bring your hormone levels back to normal and have your periods.
If you already had irregular periods
If you already had irregular periods even before your IUI treatment, there are chances your first period after the procedure might be delayed.
Other than the above three reasons, the seriousness of your health and fertility condition also play a role in when you will have your period after a failed IUI cycle. If you did not have your menstruation after two or three weeks of IUI insemination, immediately consult your doctor and diagnose the condition.
Is The First Period After A Failed IUI Painful?
Yes, your first period after a failed IUI will be a little more intense and more painful than your regular menstrual cycles.
This is mainly attributed to the hormonal imbalances your body undergoes during the IUI treatment. The minimally invasive insemination procedure can also affect your menstrual cycle.
This can make your first menstruation after IUI more painful than the others you have had so far. The hormonal changes might also make your period heavier or lighter than usual. You might also experience more intense period symptoms like cramping, soreness, bloating, etc.
Self-Care Tips For Physical And Emotional Well-Being
Failing in your IUI and having a painful menstruation can be distressing. Below are some self-care tips you can follow to maintain your physical and emotional well-being after a failed IUI cycle.
Follow a healthy lifestyle
A healthy lifestyle goes a long way in promoting your health after a failed treatment and ensuring you get enough nutrients to get through it. Maintain a proper diet, avoid unhealthy habits, and exercise regularly.
These lifestyle habits can help you recover from the previous failure, help you manage period pain, and prepare your body for the next IUI cycle.
Use period pain management techniques
You can also use effective period pain management techniques like heat pads, meditation, deep breathing, and painkillers (with a doctor’s prescription) to overcome period pain.
Take adequate rest
The entire IUI procedure, from start to finish, can be physically and emotionally draining. So, relax, take a break, recover from the previous procedure, and decide what you are going to do next.
Conclusion
Mostly after two weeks people get their first period after a failed IUI cycle. However, this differs for each woman based on their fertility condition. So, don’t worry if you don’t get periods after two weeks of IUI failure.
If you don’t understand what is going on with your body and need professional help, you can always contact your fertility hospital and get an expert opinion from your doctor.
They will analyze your body condition and give you the best remedies to overcome your pain and increase your chances of pregnancy in future cycles.
Yes, suppose you ovulated early, and the insemination procedure was performed during its later stages. In that case, it is more likely for you to get your periods sooner, before two weeks of insemination.
Yes, your first period after a failed IUI will be a little more intense and more painful than your regular menstrual cycles.
This is mainly attributed to the hormonal imbalances your body undergoes during the IUI treatment. The minimally invasive insemination procedure can also affect your menstrual cycle.
IUI failure and the following menstruation can be painful. Give your body adequate rest, maintain a healthy diet, and follow your doctor’s instructions. Ensure your body is fully recovered before you start the next cycle of fertility treatments.
