I am at this point and don't know what to do; i went for preg test on the 8/7 and it was tve, to my suprise i started bleeding the next day, i called my dr. and was told that i was probably implatation bleeding, well guess what i bleed through 8/14 and had 2 blood test already, and my doc said my HCG level on the first was 10 ct while the next one was 12ct, now he asked me to do another one, saying probably it's a "chemical pregnancy" after going through my blood work paper, i noticed a number 633.3 and checking wat it meant on the back page shwed "spontaneous ab/mc"; that told me right there i had a MC again (this is going to be the 3rd one); someone pls help me as am now scared of getting pregnant again and losing it; PLEASE HELP ME!!!!!!!!
I need truthful and honest answers not shallow, vague answers thanks
2007-08-18 07:38:09 · 5 answers · asked by topsy_desina 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Trying to Conceive
I am truly sorry for your losses.
After 3 miscarriages it is safe to assume you have habitual miscarriage.
The most common causes for habitual miscarriage is 1 of 2 things:
Genetic Problems--you and hubby need to make an appt with a genetic counselor for bloodwork.
Progesterone deficiency. Get some natural progesterone cream, wal-mart sells Rexall brand for $12-13 and use it a couple days after you ovulate until your period comes. If you get a positive pregnancy test KEEP USING IT! Use 1/4 tsp twice a day.
2007-08-18 07:47:50 · answer #1 · answered by jilldaniel_wv 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm going to be as truthful and honest as I can here. Three miscarriages in a row signifies a problem. At this point, you need to be under the care of an OBGYN while you are trying to conceive, not just when you think you've gotten pregnant.
Before you get pregnant again, please have some tests done. The common causes of multiple miscarriages are 1) low progesterone and 2) immune problem. Doctors don't usually test for these things unless they suspect a problem...and the problem is, doctors don't always suspect a problem soon enough. So, you're going to have to be agressive enough to ask for these tests. Tell the doctor you want to have your progesterone level tested. It's a simple blood test. If it's low, you will need treatment during the second phase of your cycle as well as in early pregnancy. Low progesterone will allow you to get pregnant, but not stay pregnant.
The second potential problem is a little more complicated. The field is called reproductive immunology and basically what this means is if your antibodies and your partner's antibodies are too similar, your body will not produce enough antibodies to protect your embryo from both of you. What then happens is your body's anitbodies will see the embryo as an invader. You AND your partner need to have an antibody test to see if your antibodies are too similar. Again, this is a simple blood test. Without treatment, chances are low you will ever carry to term. With treatment, chances are 80% you'll have a healthy pregnancy.
Please ask for these test, your doctor may or may not think of it. And at this point, you are considered high risk, so please don't waste time with a regular doctor or GYN not equipped to handle that. See either a fertility specialist or a OBGYN that treats infertility issues.
Do not attempt to treat yourself with over the counter remedies. Three miscarriages is a serious matter.
Good luck and I'm very sorry for your losses.
2007-08-18 15:30:08 · answer #2 · answered by ღ†Rocker Wife†ღ 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Okay, most ob/gyns are really nonchalant about this matter because as many as 40% of pregnancies don't make it. In today's day and age, it just so happens that we know SO early that it seems like the miscarriage rate is SO high. Our mothers never took pregnancy tests at home (well, not in my age group, anyway..) They were a few weeks late or completely missed a period before they knew they were pregnant. So, chances are if they were pregnant and had their periods come on time or a few days late, they never tested to see what their hcg was or mourned a VERY early loss. Today's technology has made us stressed out and testing, peeing on sticks, charting, inserting stuff everywhere, and mourning the loss of every egg that could've been. After three miscarriages myself, I realize technology is indeed a mixed blessing. That said, maybe the three miscarriages aren't such a big deal. I have two healthy children and these recent miscarriages for me are mysteries, but I would have probably only known about the one I had at 14wks if we were living in the 70's or 80's. Take a deep breath and relax. Get in shape and keep your mind off your losses. (I know it is difficult) I too have let my life revolve around fertility issues, but celebrate yourself and your body and take folic acid, prenatal vitamins, exercise, and meditate. De-stress. Hopefully I have helped. I am taking this advice myself!
2007-08-26 12:34:53 · answer #3 · answered by CRAZYMOMTO2 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had a friend who had five miscarriages and about 1 year after the last one, she got pregnant and gave birth to a healthy baby boy. She now has 2 boys. Don't give up if you really want a child. I can't imagine what it feels like to go through that but just try to stay positive and when the time is right for you then try again. Good luck.
2007-08-18 14:50:09 · answer #4 · answered by hey culligan man 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
all you can do is ask the doctor why you keep having a m/c. This happened to me and we found out that I had low progesterone and I treated it with my next pregnancy and I carried it to term. with moderate problems through out the pregnancy. I hope this helps
2007-08-18 14:47:33 · answer #5 · answered by amber m 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋