last week (at 11 weeks pregnant) i bled so much i had to go to the ER. Blood was literally pouring out of me where they had to bring the u/s equipment to me because i couldn't walk with out blood coming out of me. They had no explanation for the bleeding. The baby is fine though so it was all under my cervix. I'm terrified of bleeding so much during labor, that i won't make it. What can i do to help? C-section? or nothing?
2007-01-10 01:47:33 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
I think everyone has some fear of childbirth -- for some it's the pain, or something wrong with the baby, or having a c-section. For you, it's bleeding and death. Understandable, given what just happened to you.
I want to reasure you that dying in childbirth in this country in 2007 is extremely rare.
I work in OB, so let me tell you steps that are taken to prevent the horrible scene you imagine. (And by the way, a c-section is not the answer; there is usually more blood loss that way, not less.) There is always some blood, of course. It looks like a lot to people who aren't used to seeing it.
First of all, you will probably have an IV. It's not automatic, but if it would make you feel safer, ask. That way, if there is an emergency, they can give you fluids, medications, and even a blood transfusion.
If there is any concern that you might bleed, you will be given pitocin immediately after the birth, to make the uterus clamp down and stop bleeding.
If necessary, the doctor or midwife can manually compress the uterus, to force it to contract down on the open blood vessels (like putting pressure on a cut).
If that fails, there are other medications that can be given through injection, directly into the uterus, if necessary.
If all else fails, and a woman continues to hemorrage, a hysterectomy is performed. This is a last resort, and it ALMOST NEVER happens. In 17 years, it has not ever happened to one of my patients.
What you can do --
Ask your doctor or midwife if there is a chance you could have some type of bleeding disorder. It's just one thing to consider.
Eat a healthy diet, and if you are anemic, take the iron supplements that are prescribed for you.
Most of all, please try to let go of this and not let it ruin the joy you should be feeling.
Good luck!
2007-01-10 02:18:31 · answer #1 · answered by who me? 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like really good questions for your health care provider, but I can offer you some personal experiences-
After having both my kids, I hemorrhaged bad after and during the labor, If anyone was going to bleed to death it would have been me!! What they did was, they controlled the bleeding by giving me shots of something that made my blood clot (sorry I don't know the technicalities of it ) I did need to receive blood transfusions after one of my births, but I made it through.
Its important to trust your doctor, they know what to do , they have seen and dealt with it all! Maybe what happened to you was just a fluke and you will have no problems at all with the rest of it!
As soon as you can , ask your doctor these questions, they can set your mind at ease =)
Good luck to you , I am around 11 weeks pregnant as well, I know some of how you feel. We just have to stay positive!
2007-01-10 02:00:29 · answer #2 · answered by Sarah 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am sure by now the doctor knows that you are having some difficulty. At your next check up I would be certain that he/she has the fact and they can help you accordianly. The important factor is that you are okay and the baby is okay. I hemorraged after the birth of my twins. I am a bleeder though. Are you on any blood thinners, take asprin daily?? Those things can play a factor too. Just stay calm till you speak to your doctor hun. Don't go by what "people" say....do what YOUR Doctor says..that is why we go to them. Good luck!!!
2007-01-10 02:00:57 · answer #3 · answered by okieblue38 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
While a typical delivery makes any mom nervous, your recent situation only adds more stress. I would talk to your doctor with your concerns. I myself had a problem with my son, after delivery, they could not get bleeding to stop (I have no clue what happened) But the doctor gave me a shot in my upper thigh that controled the bleeding, and all was fine. The only way to sooth your stree and worry is to definatly talk to your doctor. Once he is able to explain and clam you then you can go on enjoying being pregnant and look forwad to seeing your new baby. Good luck.
2007-01-10 01:56:41 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I can only share my experience, which is that I had some blood vessels break around the cervix as it was stretching due to the baby's growth. See your regular ob-gyn and get his/her opinion on the situation and let them know of your concerns. Hemoraging is somewhat common right after delivery, (happened with all 3 of mine) so don't worry, the doctor is prepared for it if it should happen.
2007-01-10 01:55:41 · answer #5 · answered by mamaootz1 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You will be okay as long as you have your baby in a hospital or somewhere that emergency personell can get to you quickly. I hemorraged after the birth of my daughter, but the doctor acted quickly, gave me some medicine in my IV for clotting and everything was fine.
2007-01-10 01:54:01 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
talk to your Dr. You are only 11 weeks and still have plenty of time to 'heal' and figure out why you were bleeding so much!
2007-01-10 01:53:47 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋