PREGNANCY-BIRTH Messages for May, 2001: Re: spotting at 8 weeks

Re: spotting at 8 weeks

From: Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Sun, 27 May 2001 08:40:34 -0500 (CDT)

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At Sat, 26 May 2001, Kim wrote: >
>I posted a question last week that Dr. Shanahan answered regarding a
>small sac. I had an ultrasound one week ago and again three days ago,
>confirming heartbeat and fetal size that were normal. Doctor advised
>that sac was small and I had an increased risk of miscarriage. I had
>small amount of spotting a week ago then nothing for a week. Once
>again, starting two days ago more spotting and yesterday morning dark
>red with tissue. Only when I go to the bathroom and only when I wipe,
>but the tissue has alarmed me and the dark red color. I have changed
>doctors due to attitude and patient relationship and I have an
>appointment this coming Fri (1 week)with new doctor, unless symptoms
>worsen. No bad cramping, but I wonder where is the tissue coming from
>and why? If this is impending miscarriage how long until bleeding gets
>heavier? This is my third pregnancy and I didn't spot with either of the
>first two. Sorry for the long question, but this forum has been a
>lifesaver for my sanity and the doctors replies are so helpful.

You are asking important but unanswerable questions. All people going through what you are, want the answers. that's normal. The answers are unknown, infortunately.

Best wishes and good luck.

HSM

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>KV
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Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. FACOG, FACS
Great Neck, New York

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