Had Scan today at 4 weeks 4 days. Scared.

[shimmyshimmy]

Hi all,

I had the scan today, the one the doctor sent me for. I was there for 2 hours in the end. They couldnt see anything. But said that was because it was too early. Is that right!
And then they put me in the bracket of a potential ectopic pregnancy! They took my blood and then I had to have a chat with the doctor. Went home and they called me back a few hours later. Blood results showed around 600 hcg level. She said this was quite low, but it seems normal on the bracket thing. So then she arranged for me to go in on Sat morning for another blood test to see if the hormones double up or not, and then for another scan. It really isnt my week. I am really worried now, and I just cant think about anything else.

x

 

[Serene123]

I couldn't see anything at my 5wk scan. It's fine

 

[Serene123]

And they thought mine was ectopic and it wasn't

 

[shimmyshimmy]

did you have any period type pains?

 

[Serene123]

The reason I had the scan in the first place was because I took the morning after pill and then had bad period-like cramps. I was so scared, so I can imagine how you feel. On my next scan I saw the heartbeat though. I hope everything turns out ok for you

 

[AquaDementia]

HCG of 600 low at 4 weeks? that is odd.
mine was 531 and my doctor never raised any flags.

 

[shimmyshimmy]

Yes, thats the same reason I had to have a scan. Its such a shame, I regret taking it so much.
I was so indecisive taking it anyway. Now I will be devastated if something is wrong.
I thought the hcg was ok, I was surprised at there reaction to that, and they said they didnt know what was going on with me!
No reassurance what-so-ever. Still I guess I dont really deserve to have it easy.

 

[Serene123]

Don't beat yourself up about it. You did what you thought was best. Your little one was obviously meant to be here and they're not gonna give up without a fight !

 

[shimmyshimmy]

thats true I just feel so guilty making it so difficult for them.
They have to work so hard as it is.
I just hope it all works out ok. I have a bad feeling though.

 

[Linzi]

Dont feel guilty about it hun, you havent done anything wrong.

The other thing Ive noticed is, doctors never tell you it might be ok, they always try to prepare you for the worst. Which is probably due to the 'lets-sue-your-ass' culture the people seem to be enjoying these days.

Take it easy and just wait and see. 5 weeks is very early still.

xxx

 

[Wobbles]

The count is normal for a viable pregnancy.

It could be FAR too soon to see anything by scan.

good luck on yoru next blood count

 

[Tam]

As Wobbles has said, the levels are fine and a scan does not usually show anything til 6 weeks, so please try not to worry babe! x

 

[TryingAgain]

It is definately really early to see anything on a scan. When i had a scan at 6wks 5days they said it could still be too early to see anything, so try not to worry about them not seeing anything yet!

It is so awkward in the early stages as they can't see anything or do anything to help you, i found it all so frustrating not knowing what was going on!

Hopefully they'll be able to put your mind at rest with your next scan.

 

[elles28]

Good luck with your next bloods and scan xx

 

[shimmyshimmy]

Thank you to all who have responded to my post. Yesterday, after taking having my bloods taken in the morning I had a phone call with the news that my hcg level had doubled as it should. So I am thrilled. Now I have to book another scan for a couple of weeks time. So fingers crossed I may see something then!

Thanks again, you are all really kind.
Shim
xxx

 

[Serene123]

Glad everythings O.K.

 

[suzan]

Am glad everything is ok with u

 

[Samantha675]

Good to hear that your levels have doubled!!!

 

[elles28]

So pleased your hcg has doubled..good luck...keep me posted ref next scan

 

[shimmyshimmy]

It is good news. My next scan is Thursday morning. But i think it will still be hard to see anything. So I may not know what is going on for another couple of weeks yet.

I shall keep you posted. Thankyou for you thoughts and kindness.
x