2006-09-29 22:54:38 · 18 answers · asked by Julie A 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Other - Pregnancy & Parenting
1 person in 285? Thats quite low darling, I wouldn't worry. I know easy for me to say but look at the odds.
Don't let this cloud the rest of your pregnancy, enjoy it and if the worst happens there is help and support..
Good luck hope the baby is well.
2006-09-29 22:56:42 · answer #1 · answered by Scatty 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When I was expecting my second child I was told there was a 25% chance that he/she could have down syndrome as on the scan they'd picked up the thickening of the back of the babies neck. I was advised to have a CVS which wasn't pleasant and involved more than a weeks wait for the results which didn't determine anything either way as enough cells hadn't been obtained.
After further consultation with the doctors I decided not to go ahead with an amniocentesis due to the risk to the baby and thankfully my son was born with only a small hernia which repaired itself as he got older.
The decision whether or not to have any tests is a very personal thing and although the odds you've been given seem quite low, I'm sure this doesn't stop you from worrying. Good luck.
2006-09-30 01:29:39 · answer #2 · answered by katrina2971 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
hi im just guessing her but if you had a cvs test you are over about 35! the thing with this test is as with most early pregnancy tests is it gives a high rate of false positives (about 8% are false positives) this does not neccessarly mean you will have a downs child. this test only test for certain proteins and hormones which can often show predisposition to this condition but does not mean it is a definite. The 1 in 285 shows that out of every 285test only 1 baby is born with downs. the only way before birth to get a definitive answer is by amniocentesis which involvess removing some fluid from around the baby as this contains it dna and having it genetically profiled. If you need anymore help please mail me and remember your midwife / doc / nurse are there to help you along with any further questions aswell amd are always willing to help out after all they always expect you to go back for info after being told something like this as you never know what to ask when first told news
2006-09-30 11:06:40 · answer #3 · answered by John "Freddie" West 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I disagree with most of these answers : I think 1 in 285 is quite a high chance. Is the scan completely neccesary? What would happen if you don't have the scan?
2006-09-29 23:03:14 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Thats really low dont worry to much try and enjoy your pregnancy . I would be more concerned if it was a 1 in 10 chance .. Even so a Downs baby wouldn`t be the end of the world would it ? There are a couple here in my town and they are gorgeous ..
2006-09-29 23:01:46 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
So what exactly do you need help with??
1 in 285 is quite low, if you are that anxious or frightened of having a child with Downs-sydrome, why don`t you kill your baby now, save you the worry of having a child with disability. Or here`s another great idea, abandon it to the state, don`t be ashamed of your narrow-mindedness, lots of people do this.
You maybe asking, what gives me the right to judge your whingness, three children, one with Downs and I work in a children`s home for mentally and physically handicapped kids that c###s like you, leave their unwanted "problems".
2006-09-29 23:21:31 · answer #6 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The only real way to tell if you have a downs baby is to ahve the amnio test, its not very nice but you'd know for sure then. Ihad one with my second, and im not even 30, its nothing to worry about, although you have to lie down for two days! my baby turned out fine and all the tests they did said he should have had all the illnesses listed!
Don't worry and enjoy the pregnancy :)
2006-09-29 23:08:45 · answer #7 · answered by superstar 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
julie i am sure ur very worried and i sympathise with you. 4 yrs ago a little miracle was born into my family........my downs syndrome grandson..........yes he has had lots of problems, but we have coped and he is undergoing intense chemotherapy for leukaemia at the moment.
If ur child is born downs, your life will be rewarded 10 fold just by the love and happiness these kids bring with them.
i know i am a biased grandma but i do wish u and ur family well.
P.S
My daughter never had any tests so it was a complete surprise to us all. Good luck
2006-09-29 23:06:54 · answer #8 · answered by Wobs 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i wouldnt worry that much. 1 to 285 is quite low
2006-09-29 22:57:02 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go on line and research, next explore your own personal feeling about the possibilities. Meet w/ a counselor who can help you sort through the options and provide additional support and resouces.
2006-09-29 22:56:56 · answer #10 · answered by mad 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋