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Post by i458knk on Jun 15, 2005 10:42:21 GMT -5
I am 35 and have 3 children (12,6 and 4) After our 3rd child my DH had a vasectomy in Nov.2001 . After a change of heart (a God change) my DH had a vasectomy reversal Oct 2004. May 2005 I had a PPT and calulated to be 4 weeks preg. The next week I had a little brown discharge and went in for an ultrasound. They saw NOTHING. I had blood work done and my HCG levels were 800 then 1881. Two weeks later I went in for another ultrasound and they saw the sac which measured 5 1/2 weeks. Two weeks later another ultrasound and my sac only measured 6 weeks. My HCG levels were 41,200 then 38,000. They think I have a blighted ovum. I am 10 weeks and I know your HCG levels can start to drop around this time but the sac size and the fact it hasn't really grown is concerning me. Has anyone had simular symtoms and it turned out okay? I guess it is so hard to accept.
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Post by kurby68 on Jun 15, 2005 10:58:43 GMT -5
It does sound like a blighted ovum. Especially seeing that you hcg levels are dropping and that they haven't seen anything but an empty sac. The dr said that it looks like a b/o. What does the dr say they are planning on doing? Are they still checking hcg levels and are you going to have another u/s?
I am sorry that you are going through this. If you need anything or just want to ask a question we are here for you.
((((((((((hugs)))))))))) Take care
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Post by i458knk on Jun 15, 2005 11:44:00 GMT -5
Thank you for reponding so quickly- My doctor has been on vacation this week so they (the nurses and ulrasound person) wants me to discuss it with him Monday morning. I am suppose to do another round of blood work tomorrow. I will probably have one more u/s next week. They did talk to me about having a D&C because it could take awhile to m/c on my own. I am alittle scared of that because of the risk of scaring. I still can not believe this is happening. Thank you so much for listening! Kim
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Post by kurby68 on Jun 15, 2005 14:56:29 GMT -5
Kim
There are several people that have opted for natural and some for a d&c. I had no choice I was m/c when I found out about the bo. I am sure they will tell you there stories and what happened. A lot of those posts should be on here. It is a personal choice. I do know that if you have a d&c generally you have to wait 3 cycles for ttc, but if you are plannin on waiting that isn't a problem.
Take care and keep us posted.
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Post by Lauren on Jun 15, 2005 16:04:39 GMT -5
Dear Kim,
So sorry to hear that you are going through this. I know how hard it is to decide what to do and to understand what everyone is telling you about what is happening to your body.
I had a D&E (no scraping) and waited a few months and am now 12 weeks pregnant. Whatever you decide, it is up to you. Many women on this site have waited to miscarry naturally.
I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Lauren
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Post by Blighted Ovum Board Admin on Jun 15, 2005 19:54:26 GMT -5
Kim, First, I'm so sorry you are going through this Normally they should be able to see the baby by 8 weeks. Unfortunately it does sound like a blighted ovum, I hope you Dr. is able to give you further information as soon as possible. Waiting in limbo is a horrible thing. I had a D&C, it wasn't that bad. I was in at 8am and home by 3pm. They put me out and was told one I woke up that after I eat something and go to the bathroom I could be released. The worst part was going to the bathroom, it stung initially--but wasn't as bad later just that initial time. At the worst, I felt a little raw when sitting down, that was it. Pretty minimal pain. For me, it provided a closure that I needed. We started trying again three months later and got pg on the first try. {{{hugs}}}} Let us know what they tell you, and we are here to answer questions or just listen if you want to talk about it. Lin
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Post by justinsmomma on Jun 16, 2005 4:11:04 GMT -5
I am so sorry you are finding your way here. Unfortunately it doesn't sound like good news for your pregnancy hun. By 10 weeks a fetus should be clearly seen. Have you had one more u/s? Perhaps it would help to be sure of the diagnosis. I have suffered two m/c, one was a blighted ovum just as you described, the 2nd was iffy (whether or not it was a b/o) but not found out until 10 weeks. I had a D&E procedure both times it is a vacuum vs. scraping. I went on to have children after each procedure.
Big HUGS hunny and God bless
Kris
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Post by reedstephstuff on Jun 17, 2005 10:49:14 GMT -5
Kim,
I'm so sorry to hear about your diagnosis. I was an unconfirmed B/O from 5 1/2 weeks 3 times, until a 10 week U/S and hcG tests came back and was actually diagnosed with fetal demise. 2nd m/c this year. I was advised by my dr that a natural m/c was the way to go.... Without going into too much graphic detail, my opinion is that his advise, quite frankly SUCKED! It was horrible and I will never do it again. I hear some m/c aren't as bad as mine, but I also hear similar stories like mine.... As bad as it was, if it's a possibility that is can get that bad, no dr should allow a woman to go home and risk the danger of that happening by herself! Luckily, I had my Mom & Dh with me, but I also had my 20 month old son, so 1 played with him while the other took care of me.... I passsed out twice from either pain or blood loss or the combination of the 2. Definitely get pain medication and be sure to have someone with you if you opt for the natural m/c. Also, read as many natural m/c experience stories as you can find so that you won't be totally freaked out when it happens. If I had gone by what my dr told me to expect, I'd have been a basket case. It can be a really painful and nasty experience (at least it was for me). Again, I am truly sorry for your experience and hope all works out for you!
Steph
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Post by i458knk on Jun 20, 2005 12:50:56 GMT -5
Update... My doctor called me in for a u/s this morning... My sac is reducing and breaking apart. He confirmed a blighted ovum. I am 11 or 12 weeks today but my sac is measuring only around 5 so he said that if I decided to do it naturally I really would not pass a lot and it might be a little heaver than a period. My husband and I have decided to go natural because I am scared about the possible complications of a D&C. I have started to bleed a little (just a very small amount when I wipe) he says it may take a couple of weeks. I know God is with me and that gives me such peace. Thank you for your words for encouragement ((((((HUGS))))) Blessings to all, Kim
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Post by reedstephstuff on Jun 20, 2005 14:15:11 GMT -5
Kim,
So sorry to hear your diagnosis and I can relate to your decision to miscarry naturally, 5 weeks ago I was in exactly your shoes. My doctor even told me the very same thing... won't be much more than a heavy period. I respect your decision completely, just be very attentive to what happens over the next few days. It could get bad, although I absolutely hope that it does not! Good luck to you!
Stephanie
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Post by kurby68 on Jun 20, 2005 20:56:35 GMT -5
Kim
I am sorry that you got the diagnosis that you were hoping against. I hope that your m/c is like mine and goes swift and not too painful and without complications.
Take care ((((((((((hugs))))))))))
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Post by i458knk on Jul 5, 2005 15:36:19 GMT -5
Update... I started m/c a week ago today (12 weeks preg.) I went to the DR for a follow up today and he said all is well and we can start TTC after my next period. The m/c was difficult. It felt a lot like labor and I passed a lot more tissue and blood than my DR had told me. It was hard but in the end I know this was the best decision for me and my family. Thank you for all of your support! Kim
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Post by Blighted Ovum Board Admin on Jul 5, 2005 19:51:56 GMT -5
{{{{{{{{{{Kim}}}}}}}}} Keep us posted on how you are doing, I'm glad you are reaching the end of this sad journey. I hope you'll be back with good news Lin
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Post by kurby68 on Jul 5, 2005 21:13:04 GMT -5
Kim
I am sorry that you have had a lot to go through, but am glad that the m/c is over. We have an area for members that are ttc & pregnant area.
If you need anything we are here for you.
Take care
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Post by jessicavallina on Jul 13, 2005 13:23:43 GMT -5
Kim I am really sorry for what you are going through. I am undergoing the same situation and i know how difficult it is to decide what's right for you. I was diagnosed with a bo yesterday and my doctor said that it was "my decision" to wait for natural m/s or d/c. My fiance doesnt want me to undergo the d/c because he still has "some hope" since my hcg hormones have continued to increase, but i feel that i need closure since in know this is emotionally and physically draining. I wish you the best of luck and my prayers are with you. Take care Jessica
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Post by kurby68 on Jul 13, 2005 20:05:04 GMT -5
Jessica
Welcome. I am sorry that you had to find us. I had a b/o a little over a year ago. I was in the process of m/s when wqe found out I had a b/o. There are many girls here that have done it both ways.
Take care and we are here if you need anything.
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Post by justinsmomma on Jul 14, 2005 5:49:10 GMT -5
Jessica,
I am so sorry you are joining us too. Please let us know if you need any advice or support. We have all been in your shoes, some of us more than once. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
HUGS
Kris
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Post by thurese on Jul 14, 2005 12:31:43 GMT -5
Jessica, I had a d & c on 7/5 and it (the procedure itself) wasn't too bad. If you get the procedure, be sure to take it easy for a day or two and get throat lozenges for after. So sorry about your loss, ~Thurese
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