Nuchal Fold 6mm at 13 Weeks... HELP!

all4patti100 · April 2013

I made, what I consider a huge mistake, by getting the Nuchal Translucency Ultrasound. We have no family history of chromosomal issues... Yet, I wanted to see my baby again, so I went to have it done. The next day I get a call at 8AM saying for me to come in because they did not get clear measurments. I knew something was not right. I went in they started again, this time the doctor was there too, not just the tech. The doctor tells me that the baby should have a nuchal fold of no more than 3mm and my baby has 6mm. He wanted me to speak with the Genetic Counselor. After about an hour, I decided to do the CVS test... the fun needle that goes through your tummy. I am waiting on the results.... I feel that knowledge is power so if my baby has Down?s, Turners, Trisomy #, or a heart defect that I would want to know now. Does anyone have any insight... Can ANY good news come from this?! I get the preliminary results in a few hours...

PrettyAccountant · April 2013

You have no history of "retardation"? So what's your excuse?
Clearly you need to select words more carefully.

all4patti100 · April 2013

I removed the word... however, look up any reseach and "mental retardation" is a MEDICAL TERM. Clearly, you are the one with out knowledge. Thank you for posting something rude during my difficult time.

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BabySuz · April 2013

I don't think there's anything wrong with your choice of wording, and am so sorry you are going through this! I had a blood screen done last week and got a call Tuesday that my baby has an increased risk of Trisomy 18, so we now are going Monday to see a

all4patti100 · April 2013

Unfortunately, the CVS test is just as invasive as the Amnio. I am only 13 weeks so the CVS test would be the only test they can do without waiting until 16 weeks for the amnio. Its almost the same procedure except the needle goes to the amniotic fluid

katiebenes · April 2013

Did they tell you what your odds were? without that, I can't say if any good will come of it (but then again, the odds may come from your next test)

That is actually why I avoided these tests.

But

BabySuz · April 2013

Good to know about the CVS test. I will be 17w5d when we see the specialist so they will first do a level 2 u/s and then we can determine whether or not we would like an amnio after that. I have already has 2 miscarriages prior to this pregnancy so would

all4patti100 · April 2013

I only just had the blood work part done, so I guess they decided not to give me odds yet. Basically, I am 28 yrs old, first child, no family history of any chromosomal issues or heart defects. He said since what we are looking for is all genet

katiebenes · April 2013

well, then I think/hope you'll get good news. (and I was more taken aback by her use of it than your FTR)

2have2hold · April 2013

In OPs defense, mental retardation is a clinical term and is associated with a positive NT screen. She was right to use it.

OP I'm sorry you're going through this. I have no personal experience but wanted to send you positive vibes. I can't imag

all4patti100 · April 2013

I am sorry to hear that. Both are invasive. The amnio at 18+ weeks has very low miscarriage risk, of course, speak with the dr, there is always a risk. BUT here is my opinion, and ONLY my opinion... and I wish I followed this myself from d

Soleil3 · April 2013

2have2hold:
In OPs defense, mental retardation is a clinical term and is associated with a positive NT screen. She was right t

BabySuz · April 2013

Yes, we wouldn't termite in any case, either, so most of the time I think anything beyond a level 2 u/s isn't necessary, except I do agree with you that knowledge is power. Let me know what your results are. I think it's a good thing that your initial tes

Soleil3 · April 2013

CarolynL8:
Why did they do the NT scan so early? Isnt it normally done at 20 weeks? Im not a doctor obviously but I feel like

shakes · April 2013

CarolynL8:
Why did they do the NT scan so early? Isnt it normally done at 20 weeks? Im not a doctor obviously but I feel like

all4patti100 · April 2013

I think I consider it a mistake b/c of all the stressing and worrying I am doing when I was a low risk to begin with and now considered high. Given the circumstances and the results, knowledge is power. I can see why it may appear to be a contradicti

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cwhitloc · April 2013

This is so aggravating. The NT test is known for giving higher odds for problems and worrying people. I had a great measurement with my first and the bloodwork came back with a higher chance than normal. I forget the percentages.&nbsp

jackson290721 · April 2013

Sending good thoughts your way!

Mitchellovesnemo · April 2013

Im so sorry to hear your going through this! T & P's!!!

shara3333 · April 2013

cwhitloc:
This is so aggravating. The NT test is known for giving higher odds for problems and worrying people. I

Suepotsy1 · April 2013

PrettyAccountant:
You have no history of "retardation"? So what's your excuse? Clearly you need to select words more careful

kendra223 · April 2013

shara3333:
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Unknown · April 2013

I am so sorry you are going through this, keeping you and your little one in my thoughts and prayers!

all4patti100 · April 2013

Well.. Here is an update: I received a call from my doctor this afternoon. He said that there is NO down's, turners or Trisomy abnormalities however, there is still a concern as to why the fluid is there. I will have many weeks of testing including a f

Unknown · April 2013

Congrats on the good news and welcome to Team Pink!

Unknown · April 2013

all4patti100:
Well.. Here is an update: I received a call from my doctor this afternoon. He said that there is NO down's, turn

cortxo1014 · April 2013

I went through this same thing not too long ago actually and I just want to say that you probably don't have anything to worry about. Genetics, from what the doctor told me, has nothing to do with it really, it's the splitting of your eggs at the time of

erbear · April 2013

all4patti100:
I think I consider it a mistake b/c of all the stressing and worrying I am doing when I was a low risk to begin

all4patti100 · April 2013

So here is the final results... everything is normal. The full results of the blood and CVS came in and our baby girl is healthy We have to schedule a fetal EKG at 26 weeks to be on the safe side but so far so good. Thank you for every one that post

MJHershey · April 2013

all4patti100:
So here is the final results... everything is normal. The full results of the blood and CVS came in and our baby

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