First UK NHS fertility consultation - West Sussex

Hey all,

I’m based in West Sussex in the UK. We finally got referred by my GP for fertility treatment on the NHS… its been a long old process so far, over 2.5 years of trying, constant battling with my doctor and lack of information.. had all of the relevant blood tests, scans, partner has had his semen analysis done etc.

What can we expect at this first appointment? My understanding is that they’ll interpret all of our results so far (nothing obvious has flagged up other than me having maybe low progesterone) my fiancé’s sperm analysis was all good and my scans & other bloods have all been fine. Depending on what treatment is discussed, will they apply for NHS funding immediately? How long is the wait for that to come through and then how long was it between the funding being approved and starting treatment?!

Did you choose which clinic to be referred onto for the treatment?

Any insight would be amazing!! I’ve been Googling like mad, my first appointment with the specialist fertility GP is next week, been waiting 9 weeks for this first appointment so I’m really hoping it’s quick from there 😬

Thanks!!