Incompetent Cervix - stitch/cerclage - threatened labour

[Hope2302]

Thank u tink_0123 and angel229. On more question, my Ob said she wasn't going to carry on doing cervical length checks when I went for my follow up appointment. Her argument was that there really isn't much that can be done that we haven't already done and her knowing if my cervix is fine or not makes no difference to any outcome that might follow. She said she was a bit apprehensive about trying to trigger things in there with a probe. I did mention that it would give me peace of my mind but at the same time I see were she is coming from. What do u ladies think?

So all my appointments with her will be to test urine, blood pressure and just my general well being. Her school of thought is "if I am doing well no high bp, no infection, no bleeding, no leakage then everything is gravy on the inside"

 

[lch28]

hi hope, i have to go back and read your original post to hear your story, but I got my cerclage done at 12 weeks. I had my cervix checked the appointment after , and i think one other time when i was having bad pain. All was well - but my doc said the same thing. He doesnt want to check when not neccesary because there is nothing to do. I had TVU's at 20,21,28, and 30 weeks to check the length. other then that he has mainly left it alone. however if you have pains or odd discharge it should be checked asap

 

[Tink_0123]

Basically from what ive read and been told by the drs is that unless they absolutely have to check the cervix they will. But people like us with ic they rather not bc of risk of bringing in infection or irritating the cervix further.. I dont have a stitch which leaves me basically at the mercy of how my cervix decides to behave itself. I believe that after like 28 weeks they prob wont check me anymore unless im leaking fluid or whatever other reason, not like a routine check up. Last week Monday the 10th i was a bit dilated on the bottom like a fingertip, but wasnt funneling thankfully..

After the drs perform a cerclage they basically wont check u unless they have to n its basically bc of the reasons i mentioned above ( irritating the cervix n introducing infections) n they do feel that after the stitch is in theyve done all they can at that point.. At that point just watch out for potential signs of ptl..

Sorry if i made this kinda long lol

 

[lizziedripping]

Hi everyone again. just got another question. hope you dont mind me keep asking things.

I am 6 weeks and experiencing back ache sometimes cramps and also alot of bloating. i know this all can be symptoms of pregnancy but with having IC i dont know if im experiencing these symptoms because of it. i feel like i cant lift too much or do too many hings in a day as the backache gets worse. I feel as though im only ok if i do nothing at all. do you all feel this way and from this early ? Xx

Hi twinkle, totally normal for 6wks hun. Not likely to be cervix related as its way too early. The baby is microscopic so it couldn't possibly be putting strain on your cervix yet xx

 

[lizziedripping]

How did you guys know something was wrong with your cerclage? I have a weird sensation that comes and goes its like a tingling or tightening kind of like something from inside my uterus is touching it. Hard to explain. No bleeding mild periodic aches in the belly but I'm on nifedipine . Hope I'm not bulging past the stitch and if I was how would I know???? Last appt a week ago my cervix was .5 cm only... Help!!!!!
Lizzie?? What do u think?

Hey Prayer, always worth a check up given your predicament, but this can be totally normal too so please don't panic. Bulging past the stitch doesn't always cause symptoms until it is at an advanced stage when contractions and/or bleeding kick in too. I had lots of weird symptoms related to my stitch but not a problem with it if that makes sense? I felt lots of 'needling' type pains in my bladder and cervix that we pretty constant, especially as the babies got bigger. I also experienced period aches and pressure down below - all warning signs of ptl but it never was.

I'd always recommend playing it safe and let them have a look. You don't lose anything

 

[DAYDAY24]

Hey ladies just came from appt I still have a bv which doc gave different meds for she checked cervix manually and said atleast 2.5 when I got stitch they said 3 and 2.7 with pressure

 

[Tink_0123]

Hey ladies just came from appt I still have a bv which doc gave different meds for she checked cervix manually and said atleast 2.5 when I got stitch they said 3 and 2.7 with pressure

Hope this medication takes care of your bv.. as for your CL thats wonderful! Its always so reassuring when you get good news at dr's appts. It makes your weekend all better lol

 

[DAYDAY24]

So that is good I was wondering since last week the ultrasound was 3

 

[lch28]

checking manually wont be so accurate hun, it all sounds great

 

[angel229]

Thank u tink_0123 and angel229. On more question, my Ob said she wasn't going to carry on doing cervical length checks when I went for my follow up appointment. Her argument was that there really isn't much that can be done that we haven't already done and her knowing if my cervix is fine or not makes no difference to any outcome that might follow. She said she was a bit apprehensive about trying to trigger things in there with a probe. I did mention that it would give me peace of my mind but at the same time I see were she is coming from. What do u ladies think?

So all my appointments with her will be to test urine, blood pressure and just my general well being. Her school of thought is "if I am doing well no high bp, no infection, no bleeding, no leakage then everything is gravy on the inside"

My consultant said the exact same thing x x

 

[Hope2302]

Thank u all. Only because I have read stories were ladies who have gone through the same we're having regular scans and was wondering if their Ob's maybe didn't have the same thoughts as mine. Glad to know some of u ladies can relate.

 

[DAYDAY24]

Thanks sorry for all the questions lol

 

[baby_maybe]

Hope - my consultant doesn't check cervix length after suture either

 

[DAYDAY24]

My doctor has prescribed me progesterone shot but only once a month i thought they suppose to be weekly

 

[ShelbyLC]

Happy vday, prayerful and happy 32 weeks, lch! Welcome to the new ladies and I hope all is well with those of you I have left out!

Sorry I haven't been on much the last 2 days. My city was hit with a bad storm and tornadoes the night before last. My internet is knocked out but we are otherwise fine, thankfully. The girls are great - B is 3lbs 10.4 oz and T is 3lbs 8.4 oz. There are some required classes NICU parents have to take before babies are discharged (infant cpr, etc) and last night our nurse said we need to hurry and take them! The girls were finally reunited a few nights ago and we had our first family photo taken last night!

Anyway. I'll be following you guys as best as I can from my phone. Sorry for any typos. Tiny keyboards, you know?

 

[Tink_0123]

Happy 32 weeks Ich!! Yay for reaching another milestone..

Shelby, so happy the girls are back together.. Sounds like theyll b going home pretty soon.. How exciting!!!

Day, i thought the shots were weekly as well, hadnt heard of them being once a month..hmmm.. How are u feeling btw??

Amy, how are you feeling dear??

Lizzie, hows everything on ur end??

Hope everyone is doing and feeling good.. Keep them babies baking

 

[lch28]

thanks shelby and tink! i cant believe it!

shelby im so glad that your okay after the storm, and it sounds like the girls will be home sometime soon!

 

[AmyLouise89]

How long were you ladies stuck on bedrest after elective cerclage? Its been a week & 1 day & so far doing great...just going crazy stuck on couch/bed 24/7...just curious if Dr will have me on bedrest Til cerclage heals or entire pregnancy. I'm 18 weeks 2 days. Also last ultrasound a week before cerclage my cervical length was still normal (like 3.7)...next cervical length scan is Dec 28th..

Happy 32 weeks Ich!! Yay for reaching another milestone..

Shelby, so happy the girls are back together.. Sounds like theyll b going home pretty soon.. How exciting!!!

Day, i thought the shots were weekly as well, hadnt heard of them being once a month..hmmm.. How are u feeling btw??

Amy, how are you feeling dear??

Lizzie, hows everything on ur end??

Hope everyone is doing and feeling good.. Keep them babies baking

When I can keep food/liquid down I'm feeling great.

 

[DAYDAY24]

Im fine tink and u? The med are for once a week but I dont when I suppose to start them

 

[Tink_0123]

Im fine tink and u? The med are for once a week but I dont when I suppose to start them

Typically the injections are started around 16 weeks from what ive heard/read. B ut always ask the dr.

AFM, Im good, hanging in here, counting down the days till 28 weeks which is 22 days away lol.. I hate having sooo much time on my hands as it allows me to over think things too much lol..

How many weeks are you now?