In between RE and OBGYN and Brown Spotting. Advice Needed.

cubsgirl13 · August 2011

So, last night when I went to the bathroom I saw that there was some brown spotting in my underwear. After that, it was never enough to show up on my underwear, but always a little bit there when I wiped through the night (I get up to pee at least 2x per night!)

I definitely want to call my dr. to come in for an u/s because I'm going on a trip to Florida on Thursday for a family wedding, so I want to make sure everything is ok before we leave and because we are planning on telling a lot of my extended family that we don't see often.

The problem is that I was released from the RE last Monday and my first appt with my obgyn isn't until Sept 9. I'm a current patient at the obgyn's office, so it's not like I've never been there before. But the RE is really easy to get in for a quick u/s. With my obgyn, I know they are very busy (but could maybe squeeze me in).

So, who would you call if you were in my situation? And T&Ps please that this spotting is nothing!

Thanks Ladies!

rkrichey · August 2011

I really hope it's nothing!! I know spotting can be normal but it's always scary. I would probably just call the RE since you think you could get right in and then call the OB if you can't. Good luck!!

ktsnshn · August 2011

I would call the RE and see if they can get can you in right away. Sending you T's and P's.

LoriJ11 · August 2011

I'd call the RE too.... Huge hugs and T&P. Hang in there!

bryanandkatrina · August 2011

Oh hun, I'm sorry you're dealing with this! Ugh, PgAL is never just easy is it? I've got everything crossed that it's nothing.

Although spotting can be common, it is never "normal". Luckily, brown blood is old blood and hopefully that's a good sign. Have you had a pap, internal exam, u/s, or intercourse lately? It could be an irritated sensitive cervix - the blood could have have been trapped or pooled, which would allow it time to turn brown, and is just now making its appearance.

As far as who to call, I would call your RE first since he was the last to see you and is most familiar with your case at this point. The worst they can do is tell you to call your OB instead. Hopefully they can help you out! Lots of thoughts, prayers and positive vibes for you guys!

martinimomma · August 2011

Joining the PPs in sending T&P and suggesting that you start with the RE and move on to the OB if needed. Keep us updated on how it goes. ((Hugs))

karma79 · August 2011

I'd probably call the RE. If it's easier to get in there great! And the RE is probably more familiar with you currently than the OBGYN. GL on whatever you decide and have a great trip to FL!

sessa717 · August 2011

I'd call the RE and go in for a quick ultrasound, ease your mind a bit.

TeacherVicky · August 2011

I would probably call the RE. I hope it's nothing!

xoladiebug · August 2011

My thoughts and prayers that everything is okay. Keep us posted on any results.

emd2887 · August 2011

Lots of T&Ps that this spotting is nothing! And I agree with PPs, call the RE since you can get in there faster. Good luck and keep us updated!

RunSchwartzRun · August 2011

I would also call the RE. Hang in there. I have had spotting and even red blood about six times already in this pg and so far everything is fine. T&Ps that it is just your cervix and everything with LO is great! ((hugs))

MotherMonster · August 2011

I would call the OB for the simple fact you're not still the RE's patient because your pregnancy has progressed to where you need an OBGYN, not an RE.

I had some spotting and my OBGYN said if I wanted an ultrasound she would get me in the next day (spotting was 11pm at night) but it stopped an hour later and I was okay with it because I had an appointment Monday anyways. My OBGYN said that spotting right now is usually a placenta issue and if it gets close to bleeding like a period, I am to go to the ER, but if I have any more spotting they will get me in the same day or if it's night the next day. My OBGYN is also very busy. You have to be an established patient before pregnancy because she doesn't accept new pregnant patients and hasn't for a long time because she's always busy with deliveries, prenatal care and also women who have reproductive organ issues, such as abnormal paps and so on.

I think your under estimating how awesome your OBGYN might be...

mfpickle25 · August 2011

I would call the RE first and if they can't fit you in, call the OB. T&P's headed your way!

Junebug060609 · August 2011

Given that you're leaving town, I'd call both. It sounds like the RE could fit you in better, but the OB might be who you're technically in the care of. In either case, the more notice they have the more likely they can squeeze you in.

Its a good sign that it was brown, so light, and apparently isn't still going on. Sucks that you're experiencing it though, spotting is so scary.

ColleenS629 · August 2011

This happened to me when I was released from the RE and hadn't yet seen my OB (although I was a patient of the OB already). I called my RE because it happened on a Saturday and I knew they could get me in for a u/s on Sunday morning.

Eris-Alexis · August 2011

I think I would call the RE first and then the OB if you can't get in with the RE. Sending lots of T&Ps that everything is fine. Please keep us updated.

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