6 Week Utrasound

[biddypcos]

Hi All. This is my first pregnancy, and I just had an u/s done to find out how far along I was, since I have extended cycles due to PCOS. It turns out I'm at about 6+ weeks. We saw the sack and the "peanut", however, they could not pick up a heartbeat flutter, so the doctor is not optimistic about the pregnancy. I go back in for a second u/s to see if the pregnancy is viable in 2 weeks. I was wondering if anyone else had this happen to them, and if the second ultrasound revealed a heartbeat for them. We are hoping (of course) that it is just because the baby was so small, but we are prepared for a loss. Any imput would be very much appreciated!

[wildflower]

6 weeks can be early to see a heartbeat for some. Hopefully you'll see that little flutter at your next appt! Have they done hcg testing to see if your levels are doubling every 48 hours? That could be an indicator that things are okay and that maybe it's just too early to see the h/b. Best Wishes!! (((HUGS))))

[knutfugget]

Six weeks might be early, but it also depends on the equipment. I had two u/s in a matter of about 3 days, but on different equipment. The first did not find a heart beat and I was crushed :(. Two or three days later, on a newer machine, they found the heart beating just fine! And that baby is now 6 months old. Don't give up hope! I really hope this is it for you :)

[biddypcos]

Thank you for your replies. I called my maternity nurse to see if I could get my HCG levels taken, but since I don't have a base number I don't know for sure if the doctor will recommend it. I'm waiting for their call back. Since it was my first pregnancy, they hadn't done that test because they didn't think there was much risk with the pregnancy. We are still remaining hopeful though; the next two weeks will let us know how to proceed. Thanks again for the replies, I really appreciate your support!

[QueenFroggie]

I also had an u/s done they thought at 6weeks 4 days, but turned out I was only 5 weeks 5 days. I went back in 2.5 weeks later and we saw growth and a heartbeat, and everything has been fine since. It may just be too early. Best wishes to you!! I know this is a hard time to wait thru, hang in there!

[bbmk2]

Keep your chin up! 6 weeks is pretty early for a heartbeat. Please let us know how your next appointment goes!

[tigergal]

biddypcos - Six weeks may be a little early. Hang in there. I hope your next appt goes well.

[biddypcos]

Well I got my HCG testing done. On Wednesday my level was 45,596, but by Friday it had dropped to 38,357. I get tested again next Friday, and I'm preparing for the loss. Thank you everyone for your support though this difficult time.

[knutfugget]

So sorry to hear that :(. I was really hoping you'd get good news.

[biddypcos]

Well this week's HCG test results dropped to 19,224. I still haven't had any spotting or bleeding, just some slight cramps that only last half a minute or so, and those are very few and far between. I asked if I should schedule a D&C, and the Dr. said that since my levels were dropping so well that things should take care of themselves. He said that sometimes the body takes care of some of the tissue itself, and I might only have slight bleeding near the end. Does this sound accurate? At what HCG level does the body realize that it should miscarry? Thanks for any imput!

[debbymc4]

biddy - I'm sorry that I don't know the answer to your question. My doctor only allowed me a week to m/c on my own. I didn't, so he did a D&C. Medically, I'm not sure of the right way to go. Emotionally, though, I think it's somewhat unkind to prolong what you are going through.

[bbmk2]

biddy--I'm so sorry. I wish I could answer your questions, but my loss was different from yours so I have no experience to draw from.

There is a site called pregnancyloss.info that has wonderful and accurate information concerning all types of losses. You might find some answers there.

Thinking of you.
Betsy

[tigergal]

biddy--I'm so sorry that you are going through this. My prayers are with you. Bbmk2 is right about pregnancylossinfo.com. It's a great resource and I refer to it often.

[biddypcos]

Thank you all so much for your thoughts and prayers. Thank you very much for the pregnancyloss website--I have already found it very informative. I feel much better this week--when we first found out that my HCG levels were dropping it was such a blow, but now I am just hoping that this miscarriage goes smoothly, so we can start trying again. I know once the process starts that emotions will be hard to deal with again, because it will become so real that I lost my baby. Thanks again for all your support!

[debbymc4]

biddy - I'm glad you know to expect that second round of difficult emotions after the process begins. I really expected to just be OK after my D&C, and it was not so. I think if you know what to expect, you are kinder to yourself. I pray that things resolve quickly for you and without complications.

[biddypcos]

Well I just got this Friday's test result back- I went from 19,224 to 2,701 in 2 weeks! I'm actually quite happy that it dropped so well, especially since I still haven't had any kind of spotting/bleeding! My cramps are also fewer between too. I go back in for another test in 2 weeks, hopefully it continues to drop wonderfully so we can start TTC again by spring!

My siblings were so sweet-they sent me a beautiful bouquet of flowers to let me know they were thinking of me. I feel so fortunate that I have such wonderful support.

[debbymc4]

I'm glad things seem to be working out on their own. Did your doctor tell you what to expect as far as AF?

[QueenFroggie]

biddy -- I am sorry for your loss, but I am also glad that you are so hopeful for the future! Take your time to grieve (everyone is different) and I wish you the best with your TTC adventure when you start again.

Me (25) DH (27)
TTC #1 8/2004
Dx- 8/2006
500mg Metformin since 2/2007
BFP - June 21, 2007 -- angel baby June 25, 2007
BFP - July 25, 2007 EDD - April 8, 2008

[biddypcos]

Actually I have not talked to the doctor since I went in for my first u/s and walked in and told us to expect a miscarriage and pretty much walked back out. I've only been speaking with the nurse. I definitly know that I won't be having him as my ob/gyn for my next pregancy.

I will be seeing an R/E soon hopefully, who will be able to give me an idea on when we can start ttc again. I'm hoping to go on metformin, and that my periods will return normally once this process is done. I was just getting into a regular cycle when I got pregnant, so I hope it returns :)

Thanks for all of the kind words gals--you're a great bunch!

[tigergal]

biddy--Again, I am so sorry for what you are going through. Take the necessary time to heal. My thoughts are with you!