2ww, dont want xrays

MAdams728 · June 2012

So, I'm two days away from when AF should arrive. I managed to fall down some stairs today, and I did a number on my ankle. My ankles were badly broken in the past, and are easily hurt. Swollen like a balloon, very painful, but I have some movement and can put a small amount of weight on it, but I need crutches. I made an appt. with my ortho for Tuesday morning, but now I'm freaking out about the x-rays. I dont really believe that I broke anything, but it's possible. I will decline xrays, but is there any reason to even go if I wont allow them? My parents were there when it happened, and want me to go because of my history, but they have no idea that I'm ttc. My mom will have to take me because I cant drive, and I dont want her to figure it out.

I plan on testing in the morning, but even on a negative I'm still going to worry that I tested too early.

Any thoughts?

BlueGirl9603 · June 2012

Your mom can still drive you, but she doesn't have to go back with them. When they ask if it's possible for you to be pregnant all you say is yes and take it from there. I've had an X-ray while in the 2ww, and they did a pregnancy test and even tho it was negative they doubled up on those cover things they put on your abdomen.

PrimRoseMama · June 2012

Tell them you might be pregnant. They will double up the protective shield. You don't want to let a potentially broken ankle go untreated. Should you be pregnant (right now) ankle pain & weak joint would be agony when you hit third trimester.

LissaLee · June 2012

I dislocated my jaw while pregnant and they had to do multiple x-rays (as opposed to a panoramic) but after talking to the radiologist, the techs were able to angle it differently and use a shield to minimize the risk to LO. If you have doubts, ask to speak with the radiologist to see how they can minimize the risk in case you might be pregnant. I'm assuming that since the rays would be directed at the ankle that it would be very low risk even in the 1st tri.

JilllyBean · June 2012

This happened to me last month, I was approx 7dpo so way too early to test. I told them I could be preg and they offered a test, but I knew it was too early so I didn't bother. They didn't think it would be that big a deal. He actually 'tripled up' on the lead vest thingys over my ute. I ended up with a broken foot. I go back right after AF this time for my second X-ray. I didn't end up being preg, but it didn't seem to be a huge concern of theirs. I think even if you do test positive they would still do the X-ray unless they looked at it and could tell it was just a sprain. You could always call your OB if you got a positive test to see what they recommend? Or call either way for peace of mind?

I think there is someone who works in an imaging place on here, maybe she will chime in!

Hope it isn't broken! I'm 4 weeks into my 6 in a walking cast, boo! Good luck!

RDK24 · June 2012

I needed an x ray on my hand in the 2ww. Talked to my doctor and she said it's totally fine as long as they protect your abdomen/take the necessary precautions. Feel better and GL!

Beaglechon2012 · June 2012

I know you want to have a baby, and you're in the 2WW. However, your health right now comes first imo. I agree with what others have said, just let them know. I hope your ankle heals quickly.

MAdams728 · June 2012

Thanks, ladies. I'm going to go ahead and go in. They said that they could do an exam and at least put a boot on if necessary.

mama&baby · June 2012

I had an xray on my neck when I was PG with LO (didn't know at the time... I was probably only 2 weeks along).... they had me sign something but didn't do a PG test and I didn't wear any additional protective gear. I think this early on in the game, you are fine as long as they aren't taking an xray directly where baby is

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