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Re: bewildered about my OB's diagnosisFrom: anonymous@obgyn.netFri, 29 Jan 1999 12:23:46 EST
Melissa: Stay cool. Spotting early in pregnancy is not rare and it may amount to nothing. Another ultrasound after a week or two or three should be of great help to your doctor. It sounds like the placenta is still viable (HCG level). If you do have a 'blighted ovum' you will, unfortunately, pass the products of conception on your own. (Average time of miscarriage is 10.1 weeks) I would advise you to stick with your doctor. She is on the ball. I would encourage you to save any tissue you pass and LOOK at it. I would encourage you to ask the doctor to let you see any tissue obtained at D&C (if that becomes necessary). Have her explain the most common causes of 'blighted ovum' because understanding this will help your grieving process. There is one rare condition where the HCG levels rise to tremendous levels without a real pregnancy being present. She is aware of this and she is checking for it. Studies show that about 3 in 10 pregnancies miscarry. (This level is probably more like 5 in 10 if the truth were known) Good luck, ============================================= *Note: Opinions expressed here are for educational purposes only. This information is not intended to supplant the need for you to consult your physician prior to choosing or planning therapeutic options and/or interventions. **Private emails cannot be answered. **Agape, DR. L. [a.k.a. DR. George]
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