Would a molar pg have a hb?

lindsay.lou · December 2009

I asked yesterday about how common it is to do testing on m/c fetus if it's a first m/c and a lot of you responded that they are probably looking to see if it's molar.

At 7w0d, we saw a strong hb and my OB said the baby looked healthy and normal. Could this be the case if it were molar?

Court1 · December 2009

Strictly answering your question, yes a partial molar can have a fetus develop & the moles lie within the placenta. The fetus always dies in-utero with a partial molar. That said, molar pg's are very rare, and if you have a d&c they always (as far as I know) do a pathology report to make sure there are "normal products of conception". Don't worry, it's likely that you'll be fine.

Can you tell I've been doing way too much research on this topic in the last 24 hrs? My dr told me there were some visual "placental abnormalities", which could indicate a partial molar.

SAL_Answers · December 2009

Cancers of the placenta are rare tumors arising from the products of conception in the uterus. The most common antecedent pregnancy is that of a hydatidiform mole, usually a genetic disorder of pregnancy in which only placental-like tissue is present. Cancer of the placenta most commonly follows a molar pregnancy. It can, however, also follow a normal pregnancy, ectopic pregnancy, or abortion.

This is what my OB tested for after loss, it normal to test for and doesn't mean they think this is what happened.

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Mrs.EmmaLouise · December 2009

Like Court said, a partial molar pregnancy can have a HB. This is not true with a complete molar pregnacy. They usually do a pathology report, this doesnt mean they are just looking for molar tissue, it could be a number of things. Do try not to stress until after your appt when you speak to your doctor. Chances are you are 'fine'. ((BIG HUGS))

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