Incompetent Cervix - stitch/cerclage - threatened labour

[faibel]

Katy - I can feel the stitch, more so now than earlier on in my pregnancy and it can sting a bit when they stomp on it, I don't believe any damage can be done though.

I'm on cyclogest and I use it rectally, as it reduces the risk of infection. It has the same effects and once you get past the idea of inserting it, its not too bad. Also its less messy, no discharge (you can monitor your own discharge too!) Even if you use it that way until the bleeding subsides, it means you can start it straight away.

 

[lizziedripping]

Katy - you'll find as your babies get bigger that this stitch discomfort gets quite intense. I felt as though I had electric shocks rushing through mine towards the end and would have daily periods of breath taking discomfort. The movement of baby can't dislodge the stitch, only dilation through it has the potential to do that, and that thankfully is quite rare. Hope everyone is ok xxx

 

[HollyGo77]

Can anybody help?

I had my stitch put in on the 13th June and have been resting since then at home.

Yesterday I had a feeling of low down pressure and needing to pee, (this feeling was what made me go to EPU last week, leading to stitch). Overnight even when lying down it was uncomfortable no matter what position I was laying in. I also have a stitch feeling on my left side. I ended up awake most of the night and have had to call work to say cannot return until I get this checked out...

I contacted the hospital who told me I have to go through my gp first, I have an appointment in an hour...

I am scared, is it my cervix again? What could be happening? Can the stitch come loose?

Any thoughts appreciated x

 

[faibel]

Hi Holly,

Firstly sorry to hear your having a stressful time. I've noticed that since having the stitch, the pressure feeling is quite constant, however if its uncomfortable and more pressure than normal, its def time to get checked out. How far along are you? The hospital should never refuse you, especially with a stitch, I would go straight there, the g.p can't do anything! Do you have a consultant? I would ring them and explain. The chances are its nothing, bub could have changed position or something simple like that, so please don't worry. Could you be constipated ? I know you probably won't relax until you have been checked over, we have all been there. Keep us posted x

 

[jadey_fae]

Holly, I second exactly was fabiel said. The hosp shouldn't refuse u with a stitch. You should be able to ring triage or maternity assessment and they should book u in. GP can't do anything. Have u rung your midwife?
I have found that since the stitch I have often had pain and uncomfortable pressure but it is normally eased if I lie down. I think you should be seen as u wont be able to relax if u dont. I am sure it's fine. The stitch is really strong.

 

[Craigswife]

A really fast flying visit, just to let you know we brought our beautiful little girl home Saturday afternoon. She flew through her time in the special care baby unit thankfully.
I will come on again and read through everyone's posts when I get 5 mins! But I have to say hang on in there everyone, the stress of an IC pregnancy is worth every minute when your precious little bundle arrives xx

 

[Twinkle 3]

Hi CW so nice to hear from you, so happy to hear that your little girl is home!! She's done amazing, i bet your in a high i hope your recovering well from you c section. To be honest I wish my little boy was here already so I can stop worrying each and every day xx

 

[Twinkle 3]

Hi ladies how are we all?

I keep getting strong Braxton hicks, I have had Braxton hicks for weeks now but just lately they are becoming more intense and I can feel my baby pushing down on my cervix, it isn't painful just uncomfy, sometimes the sharp pain I get in my cervix from it takes my breath away aswel. Don't know if anyone else experiences this or if it's normal? I have read you can dilate 2-3cm with the stitch in so don't know if the pressure and pains I'm feeling is signalling a change in my cervix or if it's normal part of pregnancy?

 

[shanny]

I get those too twinkle - a quick stabbing pain and maybe again and then it stops - like baby is bashing on the stitch - would love to be able to see what is going on!!

Saw my midwife today and have blood in wee again but not loosing any so she wants me to not TMI partake in any sexual activities and take it easy for a week to see if it changes anything ----------

She and I both have a feeling this one may come earlier than the last 2 who both made 40 weeks 37/38 is fine by me

also very low !! am pleased head is down as was breech but am not quite organised for baby yet - physically or mentally

I finish work this week hurrah so would like some time to self first too while other monkeys are still at school!!!!!!!!!!!

am also recovering from the mother of all tooth absesses...............but I willnot bore you guys with that.................lets just say the puss is much better out than in!!!

 

[Twinkle 3]

Shanny do you still have sex with your stitch in? I have read mixed advice about wether its safe or not

 

[monro84]

I got the "off all restrictions" from my dr and I took as in off sex restrictions too so after that appt last week we dtd and have done it a few more times since then he pulls out though. I also do told him not to hard either with is not as enjoyable for me but still feels good. He says he can feel the stitch and it scratches and it kinda hurts especially since it is right on the hole. I don't have any pain as long as I use lube and I am actually using left over pre seed. My dr origianlly said stitch removal at 37 wks but I have an appt next week for growth scan and I have not gotten the strep b done yet so I am hoping he will say get all that and stitch removal next week but I doubt it.

 

[monro84]

I know that you ladies say that stitch removal does not hurt it's just uncomfortable. But can you explain in detail the way it was an and what part of the process was uncomfortable what it felt like, and was there any bleeding afterward?

Just want to know what to expect. I have read a few stories and from what I was fearing has happend to a few women. I fear that the cervix would start to grow around the stitch and it would make it harder to come out.

 

[jadey_fae]

Monroe84, I am scared of this too and would also like to hear details of what is like.

Twinkle, how are u doing?? Are they getting stronger?

 

[shanny]

SEX question TMI sorry -- we have never been told not to have penetrative sex by doc but have chosen not to just a bit to clos to home for me --that said we have still partaken in other activities.........................so am off these for a week to se if that's it

I just think the baby is just bashing away and having recently read my sticth insertion notes and I quote 'short cervix 1-2cm dilated and ragged with previous scarring' cervix aint what it used to be and that's it --

also the hot student was there observing - GREAT


For those asking about stitch removal first time some reg did it - was mildly uncomfortable - they put a speculum in and then cut it basically - might get a little gas and air

next time consultant did it and don't know whether it was his presence or what but that was better - same as before - although have always been offered spinal if desired but not worth it really if you can grin and bear it for a few moments and then its done

last time I was not relaxed as it was not him and it took longer as a result so I guess the more relaxed you are the better and quicker they will find it and cut it...............its not as painful as childbirth but somehow I am not relaxed and up for it

to describe what its like some pulling whilst they get it out and then for me a little bleeding not much and then a bit of monitoring and then I make my husband take me for nice food................

at that geststation tho even if it does bring it on at 37 baby pretty good size.......

 

[jadey_fae]

Thanks shanny! Have u ever had a stitch become over grown? Also does it sting?

 

[jadey_fae]

Thanks shanny! Have u ever had a stitch become over grown? Also does it sting?

 

[ShelbyLC]

My girls are 7 months old today! They are so amazing - they're becoming little girls, little people! They are so much fun (and so much work!) and make me smile, laugh, and pull my hair out every day. Their personalities are really beginning to show through. They love their Daddy beyond words, love each other to an extent I did not know possible (they cry when apart for too long!), and a few days ago, Tegan reached out her little hand and patted my cheek and my heart melted.

I adore my little girls and the family they have made out of us.

Some pictures - Tegan in pink, Britton in green.

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The face Tegan makes when she's unhappy - accompanied by heavy breathing/huffing and puffing!

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I have, unfortunately, been unable to keep up with all of you new ladies. But I hope you are all doing well!

 

[DAYDAY24]

Not ic related my boys will not sleep on back only on tummy don't know what to do.

 

[ShelbyLC]

Not ic related my boys will not sleep on back only on tummy don't know what to do.

My girls will only sleep on their tummy as well. I've just let them! They know how they're comfortable and when they were in the NICU, they always had the best vitals when on their stomachs. Follow your gut. If you think they'll sleep better and be more comfortable on their stomachs, let them sleep on their stomachs.

 

[DAYDAY24]

I have been but it scares me