High Risk?

JulyMomma2U2 · January 2012

Just wondering if there is anyone else on PgAL who is high risk?

We were first told we were classified as high risk at our last OB appointment.. I guess, they were waiting to make sure we made it this far before really discussing our situation in any detail.. and, actually, we've still only gotten minimal detail

We have either a bi-cornuate uterus or a septate that splits my uterus into two parts. At this time, we're not sure yet how severe the septate is and how consequential it will be in the pregnancy.. we do go for a special ultrasound on Feb 24th that will identify these issues a little more clearly.. and, also find out more about the implications this "scenario" may have on our pregnancy..

It's just, scary.. scary to be classified as high risk.. especially when your PgAL..

johnnys june · January 2012

I'm high risk. But not for the same reasons. I am being treated (to prevent) Incompetent cervix and preterm labor. I see my regular OB and a High Risk Specialist (MFM). It is scary though. Ever twinge makes me wonder if I'm going into preterm labor. PgAL is hard enough as it is!

I hope you do get some clarification, answers, and a plan in place that makes you feel more confident and comforted for this pregnancy.

JulyMomma2U2 · January 2012

Yes, I'm seeing an MFM doctor as well.. it's very scary..

Makes me wonder if that's why when I was in the hospital last week that they admitted me to the high risk obstetrics ward.. and then, thinking about it now, my "discharge" papers, said on the top "treating for pre-term labor".. even though, I wasn't there for pre-term labor.. I just wonder if there's a connection to this "high risk" classification, and me being admitted and such last week..

Hopefully they'll give me some more answers.. I'm trying to stay super positive about it.. I keep joking and saying we'll get extra ultrasounds, and more "quality time" with the baby while in utero..

But, inside.. I'm terrified.

johnnys june · January 2012

My advice, make sure you are 100% comfortable with your MFM. I had a really crappy 1 for my first appointment and just did not trust him. My OB expedited my care to another MFM and I absolutely adore her. She very thorough, to the point, yet still very very very caring. She makes me feel comfortable, safe, and actually somewhat confident in this pregnancy.

Yes, you will definitely have more ultrasounds. It's definitely a perk (might be the only perk, but it's awesome). I'm only 15 weeks and I've had 4-5 ultrasounds.

Hang in there! It's scary, but it's better to be monitored and cared for so closely than to not be and something might happen.

JulyMomma2U2 · January 2012

Thanks.. we've had 4 so far.. but, one was the NT scan.. the Feb one will make 5 for us..

The more I read, and the more I think about it.. the more I worry!! Ugh, I really was hoping it wasn't as bad as what they first thought

quezzo · January 2012

I'm high risk too. It is very scary. I hope that everything works out for you and that the separate uterus isn't going to cause a lot of issues. I heard a news story yesterday about a woman who had two uteruses and had a baby growing in each so miracles do happen.

Stay positive and hope for the best right now.

af2004rn · January 2012

I am considered high-risk because of a bicornuate uterus but I ended up seeing our regular OB throughout my first (and current) pregnancy. I delivered a healthy 8lb 2oz baby at 39 weeks. The only thing they did differently was more ultrasounds at the Maternal-Fetal Medicine Center.

Congrats and just take one day at a time. FYI, I did have TONS of contractions from about 24 weeks on. My OB and the MFM agreed it was likely to the increased amount of stretching that the 1/2 of my uterus where the baby was had expand.

UsafWifey09 · January 2012

Yes I am high risk. I have an incompetent cervix and have a cerclage and am on progesterone shots and on modified bedrest. It is very scary

. Make sure to update us on your progress. Will be thinking of you!

UsafWifey09 · January 2012

johnnys june:

My advice, make sure you are 100% comfortable with your MFM. I had a really crappy 1 for my first appointment and just did not trust him. My OB expedited my care to another MFM and I absolutely adore her. She very thorough, to the point, yet still very very very caring. She makes me feel comfortable, safe, and actually somewhat confident in this pregnancy.

Yes, you will definitely have more ultrasounds. It's definitely a perk (might be the only perk, but it's awesome). I'm only 15 weeks and I've had 4-5 ultrasounds.

Hang in there! It's scary, but it's better to be monitored and cared for so closely than to not be and something might happen.

This

JulyMomma2U2 · January 2012

On one hand, it's comforting to know I'm not alone with this, and for that I'm grateful.. but on the other hand, I'm sad to see so many others classified as high risk, too Sad

I guess, we'll all get through this together! I'm contemplating calling back MFM and seeing if they have an earlier date.. I'm not sure I want to wait another month before finding out the implications this may have.. though, it's VERY reassuring to see a PP have the same condition and all be fine.. T&Ps that my situation works out the same!!

What worries me.. they haven't identified what I actually have yet.. I've been told it could either be a bicornuate uterus or a septate.. from reading, the septate can be much worse.. all depending on the severity.. leaves a lot to be unknown right now!!

chusum · January 2012

I am for different reasons. I knew I'd be seeing an MFM for my chromosome abnormality from before I was pregnant the 4th time, so I see him for that. Then after the 4th pregnancy I was placed on injectable blood thinners, so reason #2. Honestly it's worth the additional monitoring, you'll have more appointments and more face time with your LO.

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