Hello, I'm Krystle & about 5 days ago I found out that I was pregnant... But ever since I found out that I was pregnant everything has gone wrong... I started bleeding... I have blood in my urine & bacteria... I've been in & out of the hospital for the last 4 days.... But no one is telling me anything... The doctors just keep telling me that there could be a possiblity that I am losing the baby... Oh yea my blood count went from 85% to 63%.... They were testing my hCG levels... Please help!
2006-09-08 06:59:05 · 22 answers · asked by Krystle T 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
I won't give you any medical advice - your doctor is best for that. I just wanted to give you a bit of encouragement. The same happened to me with my last baby. The doctor didn't tell me much at first either because he wanted to run some tests. When they were done, I just had an infection and after some antibiotics all was fine again and I now have my 6 month old asleep in his bed. Call your doctor back and tell him you don't understand and you are very concerned. Ask him to explain all possibilities as to why this is happening - if he says something you don't understand ask him to clarify until you are sure you understand. But most importantly, don't stress. That can cause miscarriage among other things. Relax until you know for sure.
2006-09-08 07:23:05 · answer #1 · answered by pebble 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi, Krystle--
Sounds like a scary situation! I'm an ER doctor and we see women with this type of problem all of the time. First off, if you faint, have severe pain, or more bleeding than a period, you need to go back to the ER right away! Now, as for what is happening: the bacteria and blood in your urine is most likely a bladder infection and you need to be on antibiotics. As for the bHCG level, it will continually rise if you are pregnant. If it is falling, you have most likely had a miscarriage. Frequently physicians will check the bHCG level twice 72 hours apart to see whether it is increasing or decreasing. The BEST way to find out is to get an ultrasound of your pelvis, which will show if you are pregnant, and whether the baby is in the right place (for instance, whether or not you have a tubal pregnancy. Hope this helps!
2006-09-08 07:30:52 · answer #2 · answered by mallenbell 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The hcg levels will give a good indication if you are in the process of a miscarriage. I had one, so I know the stress you are going through. Make an appointment with an OB. Talk to him/her about taking progesterone to help prevent a miscarriage if your pregnancy is still viable. After my miscarriage my OB discovered I had a luteal phase defect, which means my lining doesn't get thick enough to sustain a pregnancy. He prescribed 200mg./day of progesterone. I was ttc, so I would begin taking it on day 16 of my cycle until I either started my period, or until the end of my first trimester if I got pregnant. Well, I have a healthy baby girl now, so I guess it works. I've know 2 other people since then that have also been prescribed progesterone for the same reason. Good luck!!
2006-09-08 07:11:35 · answer #3 · answered by Melissa B 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First calm yourself down.
Take a few real deep breaths.
Go to a different hospital ER, if at all possible try a major teaching university/hospital, they usually have alot of specialist on obstetrics. In my opinion I think you may in fact be in the process of having a threatened abortion aka miscarriage, and if that's the case you need to be at the ER on an IV being kept hydrated, you will need a D&C, and antibiotics to prevent infection. Your HCG levels need to be monitored. HCG is what what makes a pregnancy test come up positive, and if your arent rising daily like they should be, that's a sign of a possible miscarriage.
I pray for you, and your unborn baby. Either way it turns out you'll be okay, and take care of you body regardless of the outcome. There's more ahead for you. Take care! (;
2006-09-08 07:10:36 · answer #4 · answered by NURSING FOR LIFE!! 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
relaxing is the major thing.
i know it sucks.. but miscarriages are so common.
take it easy... keep your strength and i'd talk with the doctors more about your options... (especially for a next time if you do lose the child and wish to try again but be more prepared)
they see it all the time they forget you have feelings it's nothing personal.
best thing to do is relax, keep your strength and eat...
make this a learning experience for a next time in case they're correct.
if you have a disease or something shows up that affected the child's chances.. take notes... get as much information as possible.. did they take a blood panel? how is your blood chemistry how is your health?
are miscarriages very common in your family and so on.
do you have fibroids? there are many reasons.
2006-09-08 07:07:39 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am not a doctor but I would like to give you my advice. Calm down. Stress is a very bad thing to have right now and can only make matters worse. If you do not fell comfortable with the doctor your are seeing and the answers they are giving you go to another doctor. You need to be as calm and you can and ask questions. Talking loud and fast will only confuse whoever is trying to listen to you. On a more personal note I would ask that you pray. I will pray for you too. No matter what happens it will be for the best, no matter what. Go dis good and He will comfort you.
2006-09-08 07:04:41 · answer #6 · answered by Ask 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
What do you mean by "no one is telling me anything"? You just said they told you you might lose the baby. You are not asking the right questions. Ask them to explain to you, in simple language, what is going on with your body, why are you bleeding, why is there bacteria and blood in your urine, etc. No doctor will hold back if you ask the right questions. If you can't do it, have somebody else, that you appoint as a health proxy, do the asking.
2006-09-08 07:03:48 · answer #7 · answered by Jack 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Hi Krystle,, What you need to do is get plenty of rest.....put your feet up and try not to worry that is not good thing for you at this time.Drink plenty of fluids and dont forget about the rest. I have had 4 babies so I do know what you are talking about I have been in your shoes before..Good Luck and hope it all works out for you.
2006-09-08 07:25:55 · answer #8 · answered by Melanie 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
CALM DOWN is the first thing I know you are scared and want answers when you next go to the Dr ask for it to be explained fully, you did not say how far along you are or how old you are this can be a factor as well. But the main thing is if you are stressed out it will not do you or your baby any good.
I know this sounds hard but if there is something wrong mother nature has her ways of dealing with it, but the main thing to remember is REST as if you dash around you will not be helping. My thoughts and prayers are with you good luck
2006-09-08 07:07:59 · answer #9 · answered by blackwidow2408 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
WHAT Hospital and what doctor? Planned Parenthood has excellent people working for us , the public to make sure that we're safe and free as we can be from problems. If you aren't getting any answers and are scared get another opinion .Have you had an ultrasound?And is this a wanted pregnancy, you could be very stressed.
Kimberly
2006-09-08 07:08:58 · answer #10 · answered by foolish1 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋