PREGNANCY-BIRTH Messages for December, 1999: Re: fyi on amnio

Re: fyi on amnio

From: Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Fri, 31 Dec 1999 12:23:45 -0600 (CST)

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At Thu, 30 Dec 1999, Wendi wrote: >
>I've been part of this forum now for about a week, since I heard the
>news that I was a risk for a down syndrome baby due to low levels in my
>AFP test. The following is just for anyone's information if they have
>to have an amnio.
>
>Today I had the genetic counseling and the amnio. I have had a lot of
>anxiety up through today for many reasons, but one was the amnio test
>itself. Please note that this test does not hurt!! It feels like the
>drawing of blood from your arm but in your tummy instead. It helps to
>relax. I, at first, was breathing as if I was giving birth!! The doctor
>said I was going to hyperventilate and to breathe slow and focus. I
>then concentrated on my "golf shot" I felt the initially prick, a slight
>pulling feeling and then it was done!! I chose not to look at the
>ultrasound during the test. I feel so much better and now I am waiting
>for the results. (10-14 days) If anyone is planning on having this
>test..it really is not bad at all.
>
>No response to this message needed..

Thanks Wendi. I'm sure that's going to help a lot of women out there who need just such honest and comforting information.

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

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