KIM: Re: HCG Levels did not double in 48 hours

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At Sat, 27 Jul 2002, Kim507 wrote: >
>At Sat, 27 Jul 2002, Carolyn wrote:
>>
>>6 weeks after my last period, I had a sonogram that showed a sac but it was too small to evaluate (no heartbeat could be detected). My OB said I could have miscalculated my dates or that the pregnancy might not be viable. I had a blood test done that day and the HCG level was 3770. 48 hours later my hcg level was 5660 - I know they should have doubled.
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>>Is it possible that this could still be a viable pregnancy or are these numbers definately indicative of impending miscarriage.?
>>
>>I am also concerned about the possibility of an ectopic pregnancy?
>>
>>Any information or insight is appreciated.
>>
>>CJ
>
>Hi CJ
>
>I AM NOT A DR, but recently went though a m/c
>By 5 1/2-6 weeks you should see via vaginal u/s a gestational sac and
>yolk sac
>By 6- 6 1/2 weeks you should see a fetal pole/hb
>HCG numbers which double (mine initially did not, but my 7th week my HCG
>was 35,000)are a good sign of a healthy pg, but these numbers are not
>always conclusive
>At this point I would suggest another u/s in a few days....
>
>If you saw a ges sac in your unterus I think it is highly unlikely that
>this pg is ectopic
>Initially my Dr suggested I might be having an ectopic and it was very
>scary and nerve racking!
>
>If you have any other question, let me know
>
>GOOD LUCK TO YOU!!!
>
>-Kim

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