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Reassure Me?

berrysweetberrysweet
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This evening, I started having some brown spotting. It isn't enough to really even show up in my underwear, but it's there. We haven't had sex since Friday, so I called my doctor. He said that brown spotting, especially without cramping, isn't typically concerning, and that there's no reason for me to rush off to the ER tonight unless things get much worse, but to take it easy tonight and come in to the office in the morning for an ultrasound and exam.

I've had two other instances of spotting in this pregnancy, and both times things have turned out to be fine.  But I still can't help but be seriously freaked out and a basket case. Any words/stories of encouragement?

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  • tdaisy101tdaisy101
    If your doctor isn't concerned, I would try not to worry.  I know that is easier said than done.  I spotted at 15 weeks, and I was a mess.  So,  I know how you feel.  Everything turned out good..and I know it will with you too.
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  • Innak0531Innak0531
    Every situation is different, but I random spotting until about 16 wks, they told me the same thing, if there is no cramping and it doesn't soak through a pad than you should be fine.  They told me that it might have something to do with the amount of time i spent on my feet and stress level.  If you can, take it easy tonight, make sure to keep your legs and feet up and drink pleanty of water.  I hope this helps.  I haven't had any spotting in about 9 wks now.
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  • jdreams76jdreams76 member
    I had this at around 18wks. I called my MD who was on call that night and she said I should be fine but if I feel like I need to come in to go ahead and head in. Well about an hour later my back started to bother me and I ended up going into L&D. Spent 6hrs in there only for them to say everything was fine. They ran a bunch of test to check for infections and stuff and I was alright.I have not spotted since. I did stop taking prometrium prior to that as well and they think that maybe what caused that episode.
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  • mccamishmccamish

    If the dr doesn't think you need to be seen tonight it is a good sign. I have had this issue in the past and it was nothing to be concerned with...

    I know it is so hard to relax, but try to keep your mind off of the what ifs. AGAIN- so much easier said than done. 

    Good luck and please rest!

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  • ScissorTailedFlycatcherScissorTailedFlycatcher member
    Especially if you are having an u/s in the morning, I would be at ease. I know some women who spotted their entire pregnancy and they have healthy babies. Brown also indicates old blood, so it wouldn't seem to me to be from a recent m/c. Good luck with everything! I'm sure it will all be fine!
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