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Re: 6 weeks pregnant, HCG at 275 and not doubling

From: M. Kelly Shanahan, MD, FACOG (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Sat, 9 Feb 2002 12:43:18 -0600 (CST)

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At Fri, 8 Feb 2002, Laura wrote: >
>I am six weeks pregnant and have had three HCG tests:
>
>January 28: 130
>February 4: 199
>February 8: 275
>
>I have also been spotting for the past 13 days, which started at the
>same time that my period would have began. I had slight cramping for
>the first five days. My temperature remains elevated, and although my
>HCG levels are rising, I suspect that they are too low. My symptoms of
>bloating and breast tenderness went away this morning.

the rise is not optimal -- in genreal, hcg levels should double every 48 hrs

>
>I realize that these HCG levels are not doubling which is not good, but
>my questions is how low are they? What is the likelihood that I am going
>to miscarry?
>
>It is not knowing that is just killing me. I'm eager for answers, so
>your perspective is most appreciated.
>
>Thank you.
>~ Laura

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