Last u/s was at 7 weeks, and next won't be for a while...normal?

kimikins79 · October 2011

My RE released me last week, and told me to make an appointment with my OB for next week, the week of October 16. I called and they had an appointment for the 20th. So, I won't see the baby this week, but I thought I'd see the baby next week at the apointment on the 20th.

I called to confirm what will be done at that appointment and they said no u/s. They typically won't do another until the NT scan or 20 weeks since I've had them at my RE. I have no reason to be paranoid, but after going through IF, I can't help it.

I really want to confirm that all is well with the baby. I still feel icky, sore boobs, nausea, etc. I just can't help but want that u/s on the 20th.

Do I make a nuisance of myself and "demand" one, or do I just let the docs do their typical thing. My only issue is that through this whole TTC process, IF, etc and with my ovarian tumor surgery, I was my own advocate, I always fought for myself and asked for things that may have not been routine, but I needed them. It all turned out well for me, and I figure, why stop doing that now, you know?

cloud9climber · October 2011

Are you skipping the NT scan?? You'd get a very long and detailed u/s with it.

mrs+harlow · October 2011

If you have heard the h/b and had a 7w I guess I don't understand why you would need another u/s at what would you be 10 weeks? Then the NT scan at 12...the the anatomy at 20? And in the middle of that an optional gender scan at what around 15-16 w?

I suppose if you are willing to pay out of pocket you can have as many ultrasounds as you want if your doctor isn't willing to code it as necessary. But if you are complication free at this point why not sit back and enjoy your pregnancy?

BabyCoco29 · October 2011

The NT scan is done between 11 and 13 weeks, so do that one!

apaige25 · October 2011

I would demand an u/s when you go to you OB for the first time. My OB still did one eventhough I already had 2 with my RE. My next one won't be until 20 wks, but I think I might make her do one sooner. I don't care if I have to pay for it, it would be worth it. I don't know about you, but I've already put too much time and money into this and I don't want anything bad to happen.

BabyCoco29 · October 2011

usually they will do one of you say you have cramps etc. You can always have them listen for the heartbeat using a doppler at your appt

fyziksgirl · October 2011

I think it's normal, I won't have an u/s at all until 20 weeks (ish) since I turned down the NT scan. A few days ago I put up a thread asking if I was alone in this and plenty of others chimed in saying they were in the same boat. On the other hand, if I really want an u/s my midwives will authorize one for me. So possibly if you tell the doc it's important to you they'd be willing to? And if asking nicely doesn't work, and you really feel the need, you could start demanding. It's really up to you. Your position sounds normal, but that doesn't mean you have to like it!

ELF4321 · October 2011

It is normal once the HB is established for them to not do another u/s until the NT scan. Insurance won't cover any more unless you are having spotting or some other reason to think there might be a problem. I know it's hard to get used to the transition from the RE to the OB. I am anxiously awaiting our NT scan in a little over two weeks from now.

easjer05 · October 2011

BabyCoco29:
usually they will do one of you say you have cramps etc. You can always have them listen for the heartbeat using a doppler at your appt

For the love of everything holy, DO NOT lie to your doctor about your symptoms or concerns for an u/s. I can't even tell you how irritating and alarming it is to read advice like that.

OP - you can ask for one, but if it's just for peace of mind, I would not. Being in a normal pregnancy is a good thing. Not requiring additional u/s is a good thing. Your insurance may or may not cover elective u/s, and your doctor may or may not code it in such a way that it is covered. Most of the time, things go correctly and baby is fine.

By all means, ask or 'demand' one - or consider finding another doctor if you think that will better meet your needs. But think for awhile about the purpose of u/s and whether or not it is really necessary, and determine whether you are willing to go to the extra expense or trouble.

kimikins79 · October 2011

easjer05:

BabyCoco29:
usually they will do one of you say you have cramps etc. You can always have them listen for the heartbeat using a doppler at your appt

For the love of everything holy, DO NOT lie to your doctor about your symptoms or concerns for an u/s. I can't even tell you how irritating and alarming it is to read advice like that.

OP - you can ask for one, but if it's just for peace of mind, I would not. Being in a normal pregnancy is a good thing. Not requiring additional u/s is a good thing. Your insurance may or may not cover elective u/s, and your doctor may or may not code it in such a way that it is covered. Most of the time, things go correctly and baby is fine.

By all means, ask or 'demand' one - or consider finding another doctor if you think that will better meet your needs. But think for awhile about the purpose of u/s and whether or not it is really necessary, and determine whether you are willing to go to the extra expense or trouble.

I read that response too, and while well intentioned, I had the same thought - lying about that to me is just wrong and bad karma.

I am a nervous type, always worrying, etc. I am happy that al has gone well so far, and I know that it is more common that everything goes well than not. I am not sure if it is the boards where I see so much loss and sadness (and I do knowIRL many women who've had loss and/or complications), but to quell my concerns, I really wanted one.

I think that I will talk with the doc on the 20th and let them tell me why they think all is well and go from there. As DH says, I need to be happy until I have a reason to be concerned. It is very hard for me, I think the worst about everything.

easjer05 · October 2011

Hey, I get it, I really, really do. It's probably unfair for me to comment, because I have u/s every two weeks (if all is well, more if needed) because I'm high risk.

But at the same time, because of that, I tend to advise people to relax as much as possible. My u/s experience isn't good, and I have panic attacks before each one. I would love to be able to only have a the normal amount of u/s.

It's hard to relax, particularly when you've gone through hell to get to this point. If you really need it, then ask. But also be prepared to be told no, and decide what you will do at that point. GL.

FroggyFarts · October 2011

We did the first ultrasound at 12 weeks and the only other one I had was at 20 weeks. Honestly, having a ton of ultrasounds is not normal and it isn't used in healthy pregnancies.

I can understand worry. TBH, my symptoms are gone in the last few days and it makes me feel weird and strangely "un-pregnant."

Does your doctor use the doppler to listen to the heartbeat on visits? My midwife did it on every visit with my first pregnancy. Hearing the heartbeat could be a less intrusive and much less expensive way to elate your sense of worry.

FroggyFarts · October 2011

easjer05:
BabyCoco29:
usually they will do one of you say you have cramps etc. You can always have them listen for the heartbeat using a doppler at your appt
For the love of everything holy, DO NOT lie to your doctor about your symptoms or concerns for an u/s.

I have to second this. It isn't okay to lie about symptoms. You have a relationship of mutual trust with your doctor and if you're misleading about symptoms, you're likely to be forcing unnecessary measures (such as investigative procedures = ie: waste of resources and money) and an unnecessary record. Too much lying about symptoms could result in a serious lifestyle change for you on orders of your doctor.

I understand that that's an extreme opinion, but you should easily see how getting into the habit of misleading your physician could lead to him/her classifying you as a high risk or forcing you into unnecessary testing. All for the sake of an extra ultrasound?

That said, I really agree with the idea of using the doppler in lieu of lying or paying for extra ultrasounds.

easjer05 · October 2011

FroggyFarts:
easjer05:
BabyCoco29:
usually they will do one of you say you have cramps etc. You can always have them listen for the heartbeat using a doppler at your appt
For the love of everything holy, DO NOT lie to your doctor about your symptoms or concerns for an u/s.

I have to second this. It isn't okay to lie about symptoms. You have a relationship of mutual trust with your doctor and if you're misleading about symptoms, you're likely to be forcing unnecessary measures (such as investigative procedures = ie: waste of resources and money) and an unnecessary record. Too much lying about symptoms could result in a serious lifestyle change for you on orders of your doctor.

I understand that that's an extreme opinion, but you should easily see how getting into the habit of misleading your physician could lead to him/her classifying you as a high risk or forcing you into unnecessary testing. All for the sake of an extra ultrasound?

That said, I really agree with the idea of using the doppler in lieu of lying or paying for extra ultrasounds.

Not only that, but it affects insurance coverage, and is a form of insurance fraud. Likely to be caught or prosecuted? No. Still wrong and one of the reasons our country's medical programs are so effed up? Yep.

tarajayne · October 2011

I am kind if in your same boat... I was released from the RE last week. Friday I see the nurse at the OB, and then 2 weeks later the dr. I don't know for sure, but I'm pretty sure no u/s is scheduled for either visit. I am going to talk to the nurse about it friday though because I did have early complications I feel it is important, even though everything is "perfect" now. It's still early and scary. Good luck!

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