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Post by melgetty27 on Dec 13, 2009 22:33:42 GMT -5
Here's whats going on.....I found out that I was pregnant on Nov. 9th 09. On Dec 3rd I was 7 weeks along and everything had been going great. I had some bleeding on this day, bright red blood. I went to the E.R. and they did all kinds of tests. My hcg level was 18,200. My placenta looked fine and the size it should be. My cervix was closed and before I left E.R. I wasn't bleeding anymore. I never had any cramping or pain. The E.R DR. said, that however they could not see a baby during the ultrasound. I went to see my OB DR. the next day. He said that they should have seen something, so most likely it is a blighted ovum. He sent me in for blood work on Dec. 6th and then back to see him on the 7th. When I went in on the 7th he said that my levels had only gone up 300 so most likely it is a blighted ovum. He told me that I could schedule a DNC or let my body do it. I, for now am choosing to let my body do it. The thing that is really confusing me right now is I only had 1 ultra sound and I only bled that 1 time. It has now been a week and a half and no more bleeding at all, no cramping and no pain what so ever. Is it normal to start bleeding then stop and nothing at all for this long?? My Dr said I should miscarry in the next couple of weeks and if I haven't then I have another apt. with him on the 30th. I am so confused!!!
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Post by existential27 on Dec 13, 2009 23:03:11 GMT -5
I'm so sorry you are going through this. I can't answer your question about bleeding-- my BO was diagnosed early, and once I started bleeding, it didn't stop, and I ended up having a D&C.
It seems to be pretty common practice for doctors to do another US a week or 2 weeks after the first to see if there are any changes. While your hcg levels may highly point to it being a BO, I would not be comfortable with making the diagnosis yet. And, I would definitely want another US before proceeding with a D&C, should you consider that at some point.
If you are still not bleeding, I would really push for another US-- not on the 30th, but within the next week. It has been long enough since your first US, and maybe things have changed, better or worse. I do believe in holding onto hope until there is a clear answer, and you have not gotten that yet.
Hugs, KC
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Post by existential27 on Dec 13, 2009 23:32:55 GMT -5
I wanted to add that if your gestational sac was measuring at 7 weeks on your first US, and they were not able to see a fetal pole, that probably contributes to your doctor saying it's a BO. If you have another US, it would show if the sac has grown any, or if it is starting to break down. Because your hcg levels are higher, it could potentially take longer to start bleeding if it is truly a BO. As a comparison, my levels were at 900 the day before I started miscarrying. My gestational sac also only measured 4.5 weeks when I should have been 6.5 weeks, and I was very certain of when I conceived.
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Post by meeko08(Lisa) on Dec 14, 2009 0:39:02 GMT -5
I am sorry you had to find us.I did not bleed at all until 12wks it was then I was diagnosed with a BO. The bleeding started and then stopped the same day. Being so far along there was no doubt I had a BO but I agree with KC if I were you I would be asking for another US just for your own peace of mind. It would let you know where you stand. Keep us posted on how you are doing.
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Post by daffylexer on Dec 14, 2009 10:10:07 GMT -5
With my first loss, my b/o, I spotted from about 5 weeks up until the b/o was confirmed at about 8 weeks. After that, it stopped until I finally miscarried about 2 weeks later. The frustrating thing about b/o's is that they're all different. Some women don't spot at all, have pg that seem perfectly normal in every way, only to find out at their first u/s that they've lost their baby. Others have indications that something may be wrong, like spotting (although spotting alone is not an indication of a pg loss). It's just so "iffy." Like you, I had to have my body confirm what was going on and I waited to m/c on my own. If I hadn't when I did, my dr would have done a D&C becuase at a certain point it can be dangerous for the mom to m/c naturally. However, my dr did say he'd give me another u/s before the procedure to give me peace of mind. If it comes to that, ask for a confirmation u/s. I'm so sorry you have to ride the roller coaster. It's a tough one to be on, but we'll all be here to hold your hand and help you through it all.
Big, big hugs, Alexa
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Post by melgetty27 on Dec 14, 2009 10:40:42 GMT -5
Thank you everyone!! It is just so hard right now! I don't know what to think or how to feel..I'm just so lost. I have 2 daughters already and nothing like this happened with them. They were both normal, healthy pregnancy's. I think it's hurting a lot with it being the holidays right now, and the fact that my due date is my birthday. I was so hoping for a wonderful present.
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Post by Heather (hlam) on Dec 14, 2009 11:42:57 GMT -5
I wasn't diagnosed until 13.5 weeks and I never had any indications, bleeding or otherwise that there was a problem. I will say that in my next pregnancy I bled bright red blood for about 5 weeks....the 8-13th week. I was terrified that I was losing that pregnancy but Aaden was born perfectly healthy and is now over 2 years old. Sooo I'm thinking that although the bleeding could be a sign of the BO it could also just be from being pregnant. I'm guessing the lack of fetal pole and/sac was why your doctor said BO. If you are uncomfortable with the fact that you've only had one ultrasound, I would recommend asking for another. I worry that since your levels didn't really come near doubling that there could be a problem but as far as an ultrasound at 7 weeks......if your dates were off at all it is possible that it could be too early to see anything. Also my BO was my 3rd pregnancy after I had delivered two healthy little boys......I "assumed" it would be "old hat" if you get my meaning and was completely shocked when I was diagnosed with a BO. Thinking of you.......hang in there. Take care! Heather
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Post by lfischer on Dec 14, 2009 12:04:56 GMT -5
I was also diagnosed with a BO after having 2 healthy pgs. I had no indications that anything was wrong and had even been to the Dr. @ 9 weeks and was told that every thing looked great. The first indication that I had was some brown spotting which turned into brighter red in a couple of days. However, not only did the u/s show an empty sac measuring considerably smaller then what I was suppose to me, my HCG numbers dropped dramatically with my second draw.
I would definitely ask for a second u/s and possibly more blood work.
I'm sorry that things are so confusing for you right now. We are here for you every step of the way!
Leah
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Post by tara on Dec 14, 2009 15:11:41 GMT -5
I am so sorry you are going through this. I had a BO and 3 ultrasounds to confirm before I scheduled a D and C. At my first U/S all they saw was a sac and I was measuring 1 week behind. My second they thought they should have seen something by that point and the sacs (I had 2) were growing larger. I had a third and final U/S to corfirm that a D and C would be the right choice. All my U/S were a week apart. I never had any bleeding and I was feeling sick so I wanted to end the nightmare. I agree with the other ladies on here, I would ask for another U/S before the 30th. xx Tara
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Post by melgetty27 on Dec 14, 2009 17:29:00 GMT -5
So I called my Dr today and set up a apt. for this Thursday. I'm going to have another ultrasound and then go from there. If there is still no baby then I'm going to set up for a D&C. I can't bear to think how I would be if I started to miscarry on Christmas. That is a big day for my kids and I don't want to be upset and crying the whole day for them. I'm scared that I might do it also, on New Years Day, this happens to be my daughters birthday. We are planning on going to Chuck E Cheese that day for her 5th. It also happens to be about 75 miles away from home. It would be hard to start this process so far from the comforts of home. Please wish me luck on Thursday...
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Post by existential27 on Dec 14, 2009 18:33:34 GMT -5
I am glad you were able to get in sooner than the 30th. It should be so much clearer what is going on since 2 weeks will have passed since your 1st US. I think having the uncertainty of what was going on would not have been good over Christmas. I also agree that miscarrying on Christmas or your daughter's birthday would not be a good thing.
Should it come to you having a D&C, I found mine to be very quick, with very little physical pain other than a sore throat from the breathing tube for anesthesia. The physical part is the easy part-- the emotional healing has been a long journey. But, the support I found here definitely helped me along the way.
Wishing you luck on Thursday!
KC
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Post by meeko08(Lisa) on Dec 14, 2009 18:37:55 GMT -5
I am glad you are getting another u/s please keep us posted on how things go.
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Post by melgetty27 on Dec 16, 2009 20:39:23 GMT -5
Well I go in tom morning for another u/s. I am very scared and nervous!!! Please wish me luck.. I'll post tom on how it goes.....
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Post by Heather (hlam) on Dec 16, 2009 23:54:03 GMT -5
Thinking of you......
Hugs!
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Post by meeko08(Lisa) on Dec 17, 2009 0:26:04 GMT -5
Sending all the good vibes I can your way. Let us know how it goes we are here for you.
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Post by jaimec on Dec 17, 2009 2:06:30 GMT -5
sending you all my thoughts. let us know x
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Post by justinsmomma on Dec 17, 2009 8:40:10 GMT -5
Praying for you!
HUGS
Kris
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Post by Lauren on Dec 17, 2009 9:10:48 GMT -5
Thinking of you today! xo, Lauren
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Post by melgetty27 on Dec 17, 2009 15:32:52 GMT -5
Had my u/s... confirmed blighted ovum.... I got the pills to start taking. If they don't work the I have a apt for the D&C on Monday... I knew this would be the outcome but was trying to have hope. I think most of the sad and crying is mostly done and hoping to move on. Maybe I can try again and have better luck.. Thank you everyone for being here!!!
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Post by Lauren on Dec 17, 2009 15:47:43 GMT -5
So sorry to hear it! It sucks! I know. I know what you mean about having gotten a lot of the crying out already, but I am sure more will come and we are here for you. So sorry you are going through this again. Thinking of you! Lauren
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Post by meeko08(Lisa) on Dec 17, 2009 15:58:17 GMT -5
I am so sorry you are going through this. I wish I could take away your pain. I used the pills with my BO and they worked like they were supposed to. Keep us updated on how you are doing. We are here for you and understand what you are going through.
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Post by jdc on Dec 30, 2009 11:32:47 GMT -5
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. I hope that you were able to enjoy your Christmas with your family and please know that so many of us are thinking of you and praying for you. It is such a tough thing to go through...
In my thoughts, Jami
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