Well, we've been riding on that roller coaster again today.
We saw the baby (yes, only 1!) on the ultrasound this morning, but...no heartbeat. I ended up having to go over to the hospital to have some blood drawn to check out my hormone levels.
Today was the first time I have EVER called into my current job. I hate that I had to break the record, but I was just too emotionally scattered to keep a clear mind. So, Andy and I went home and crashed on the couch for the remainder of the day.
I finally got a call around 4 pm. My actual doctor in Charleston called me from his cell phone...imagine that! My HCG is still rising and is at 4100 now. My estrogen is 3230 and progesterone is 143. I just don't get it.
According to him there is still hope, and that it could go either way. He said that some embryos are slow implanters which would explain why my HCG continues to rise. He also pointed out that they cannot always find a heartbeat at 6 weeks. I'm 6 weeks and 2 days right now, so we could have a procrastinator on our hands.
My satellite doctor in Augusta also called to make sure that I received my lab results. They said that my numbers look completely fine and that it could just be too early. They also pointed out the fact that if there were a pending miscarriage, my progesterone would be squat (<20) regardless of how many suppositories I'm taking a day.
So, there was some reassuring news at the end of the day. That made us feel a lot better. We have to wait another week and go back next Monday for a 7 week 2 day ultrasound. This is going to be a stressful Christmas! We are hopeful but it is still very unnerving.
Now that I think about it, they didn't even give me a picture from my ultrasound! It's probably a good thing...I would be Googling images and comparing it all night. Google is evil for infertiles.
We thank you all for your prayers and sweet comments. Please keep the prayers coming. Miracles can happen! We hope that everyone has a Merry Merry Christmas!!!
Monday, December 21, 2009
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Hang in there! Another brutal wait, but it sounds very promising.
We are still praying that you, Andy and your little one will be our miracle this year!! Our thoughts & prayers are with you guys. We hope you have a very Merry Christmas and enjoy your time with each other!! Love you both!!
I'm praying, praying, praying! I'm still hopeful that everything will be fine. I know nothing I tell you will help you to take it easy for the next (long) week but I'm sending you my thoughts and lots of positive vibes. The numbers are really good at least. ((hugs))
Ugh, that must have been terrifying! My heart dropped when I read your title.
I have always thought that u/s's are scheduled at 7 weeks to see the heartbeat. Granted my degree in Reporductive Endochrinolgy is self proclaimed and - imaginary... But seriously, I say listen to what the numbers are telling them. They seem great.
So no alcohol; go get a massage instead! Hang in there. Lots of prayrers and warm fuzzies are heading your way.
Honey, Google is evil for everyone! :) 6 weeks is VERY early to find a heartbeat. In fact, my friend who is a sonographer, never would scan me until I was 8 weeks for that very reason.
Hey--I'll have some wine for you. :) Hang in there. Still praying....
Jessica, remove Google from your computer- better yet remove your computer except for blogging and e mail.....We are praying and thinking of ya'll.
Love, Andrea
I'm praying for a strong heartbeat!!
I am sure that you will see and hear a beautiful heartbeat next time. You are in my prayers!
Hang in there love! Remember what I said...we learn in ultrasound school that 6 weeks is too early to hear a heartbeat! I'm praying for a beautiful heartbeat the next time you go in! :)
I'm so sorry you didn't hear the heartbeat, but your doc pis probably right that it's just a tad too early! Hang in there...
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Thanks.
Merry Christmas,
Katie
I really think it is to early for HB. My doctor does not search for HB until week 8.
So hold off the alcoho for another 9 months or longer if you want to BF.
Good luck.
Alex
I believe that 6 weeks is too early as well. I had mine at 7 weeks, they said that was the earliest they would do it. Don't give up hope.
Will continue to pray all continues to go well.
Plan on a drink next year when Carolina beats Clemson again;)
Merry Christmas!!!!
Julie
Thanks everyone:)
I fully get the need for more confirmation and the roller coaster of emotions! I am praying for you. It could definitely just be too early. There is nothing you can do but relax (yeah right!) and take care of yourself. At this point (I just read this today - 12/27), I guess it's almost time for the next u/s. Good luck!!
Please come back to give us an update soon. I am crossing my fingers, 6 weeks is still early--there is lots of room for hope. My RE doc won't even do an ultrasound until 7 weeks (or 3 weeks after it was first confirmed). Hang in there.
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