Confused...in limbo... Not sure where to post this *TW*

BooksForMe23

I know this is a long one, but if anyone has heard of anything similar and can give me some insight, I would really appreciate it. About two weeks ago, I thought I was about 5 weeks, and my quants were 2900. Last week, they were 2700 and my doctor told me to be ready for miscarriage.  Unfortunately I was told this the day before leaving for vacation. I was devastated but knew I had to come to terms with the fact that my baby was gone. Well, on Monday she called and said that my final blood draw before I left on vacation was at 3100. So, not doubled, but higher. She said I needed to go to the ER in Florida asap since it could be ectopic. After a long wait in the ER, they said that my quants were at 5640, and they saw a intrauterine pregnancy with a heartbeat of 125 that measured at 6w2d. I was so shocked. The ER doc said congratulations, everything is fine. When I called my regular ob back home she seemed very cautious and said I needed to come in as soon as I got home. The night after the doctor told me I was going to miscarry was one of the worst I've ever had, so I really don't want to get my hopes up. Between having a fetus measuring a week behind what it should be, wonky HCG levels, and absolutely zero pregnancy symptoms, I think things still don't look good. Has anyone heard of anything like this and can share, for better or for worse? My doctor sounded just as baffled as I am. I thought about asking the ladies on the miscarriage board but thought that might be insensitive since I have a fetal heartbeat (for now).

WinchesterGirl

I don't have a story to share, I just wanted to say we are here for you, and I will be praying that your LO is healthy and stays put!

Bookhousegirl

My OB told me her personal story that sounds very similar. One of her initial beta draws dropped a bit like yours and then began doubling again and they discovered it was because she had been pregnant with twins and miscarried one of them. I don't know that this is the case for you but it was something she had told me during my last MC because my initial numbers were doing something similar (but we never saw a HB or anything like you have).

Edited to add that I'm so sorry you're going through that limbo, it is the most torturous wait. I hope it turns out positive.

suprsuz

just praying that everything is ok. 

DDRRT1982

Right now you have a baby with a heartbeat! Things are looking good now, despite the rocky start. I would just try to focus on the fact that your baby is developing right now. If you are going to miscarry there is nothing you can do, but as of right now you are not. I really hope your baby continues to develope appropriately. What you have went through is horrible emotionally. Just try to focus on what you do know now and that is the heart is beating and just might be a bit behind.

jamiesc58

Sending prayers out to you!

pelorunningmama

Sending positive thoughts your way. Just try to focus on the heartbeat and what the ER doctor said. 

texasmama2014

Sending prayers and positive thoughts!

Pepper6

I don't have any similar stories to share, but just for a little peace of mind, pregnancy symptoms (or lack thereof) are not in any way indicative of the health of the pregnancy, so that's one thing you don't need to worry about.

I know it's difficult, but as of now, you have a healthy baby with a heartbeat, so try to focus on that and just follow up with your doctor when you get home.  Hopefully they can figure out some answers and give you reassurance.

bananers

I'm so sorry you're in limbo. In some ways I think the limbo is harder than the bad news. My first thought was that maybe you've lost a twin. When do you go in again next? In the meantime, try to stay cautiously positive. I know it's easier said than done. Be realistic with your expectations and know this may not have a happy ending... but then again, maybe it will. One day at a time. Today you are pregnant. No matter how this turns out, I think it's safe to say you've got a little fighter in there. I'm sending you all positive thoughts. Please keep us posted.

Abfisher

HCG levels should be taken with a grain of salt, unless there is a continuous decrease. Your ultrasound is a better indicator on how viable the pregnancy is. It's stressful to hear contradicting opinions. Everything I have read has pretty much said that there is such a wide range of normal in hcg changes in pregnancy and they are not reliable in determining viability. As for measurements, I rarely hear of anyone measuring where they predict they should be. From what I am hearing, the HCG levels are currently on the rise. You heard a heartbeat at a very early stage in the game; most people have to wait two more weeks! I would stay positive at this point. A lot of OBs don't even draw HCG levels. Good luck to you! Sending positive thoughts your way!

crob5685

Sorry you are going through this! I went through something similar back in June in terms of a roller coaster. Came in for first u/s and they didn't see a baby. Talked with doctor and decided it was possible I wasn't as far along as we thought. Had levels drawn and hcg came back at 43,000! Did a draw again to days later and was still going up. My doctor still wasn't super optimistic. Then I came in and there was a baby and a heart beat. Baby was measuring about a week behind where it should've been. Unfortunately in my case a week later the heartbeat was gone. However, my doctor told me he had seen plenty of cases where babies catch up in measurements and I also ready plenty of those stories when I was going through my roller coaster which helped me keep the faith while being realistic that things might not work out. My advice is to just take care of yourself, there is nothing up can do. And try not to google too many things! Hugs!

BooksForMe23

Thanks everyone for the words of support! I'm trying to stay positive without getting my hopes up. My u/s wasn't scheduled until January 4th, but I think my doctor will try to squeeze me in after Christmas because she's confused about what is going on.

@crob5685 I need to take your advice and lay off the Google! It's not helpful!

@bookhousegirl  That's really interesting about the twins. I wonder how they can tell.

Ktande22

Praying! Hope things turn out okay!