Monday Appt and STILL Confused

williegsocks · October 2014

Well today I had my 2nd ultrasound and more blood work done for my hcg levels. Thankfully the ultrasound proved yet again that I do not have an ectopic pregnancy, but this time unlike last time a sac was discovered in my uterus. My RE sat down with me after the US and told me that there is a white line around the sac indicating that a baby could possibly be forming. He told me at this point hcg levels really don't matter any more and that it's up to if the baby is going to develop or not. He's still confused and wants to give this more time and do another US next week on Wednesday.

About 4 hours after my appt. I received a call that my hcg level made an 80% increase, but the nurse told me that it's still not good. I just don't trust the nurse at all anymore and I'm just not sure what to think. So it seems I am still in limbo...always with the waiting. I just want to know what is going to happen so I can move on.

Seriously AGGRAVATING moment: last week the nurse told me to stop taking all of my prenatal vitamins and my folic acid tablets....so I did even though it nearly killed me. Today my RE wanted to know why I stopped taking all of that and that I needed to start taking it again immediately....WHAT? Are you kidding me?! I was infuriated!

Any way, thanks ladies for being there for me and sharing such great, positive advice. This has been the most difficult, miserable, painful week of my life. I've never felt this trapped and anxious before, you have all made it a little easier to bare.

Shauntee · October 2014

Sorry to hear about all of the confusion. I wish you luck with the sac they found. As far as the nurse is concerned, I would let your Dr know about everything and request that all information come from him. I don't know if that is possible, but it is worth asking. You might not be the only one getting horrible answers for her.

Ann612 · October 2014

This waiting is terrible!!

why in the world did she tell you to stop taking vitamins?

Ann612 · October 2014

@iPutKetchupOnKetchup

I just want to say I enjoy your reckless abandon when it comes to using the word "fuck"

LindseyM2012 · October 2014

I'm so sorry you're in limbo. I agree with others that you should inform the doctor about this nurse and either request a new nurse or to speak only to the doctor. This is a sensitive and serious enough situation to make that happen.

williegsocks · October 2014

iPutKetchupOnKetchup said:

"I'm sorry WillieG.. the waiting and back and forth with answers would drive me insane. What in the fucking fuck is this nurse thinking? KU or not, any woman who is of reproductive age (let alone one TTC) should be taking prenatal vitamins with folic acid as a precaution. I want to strangle her on your behalf.

In all honesty, I'd bring up her lack of bedside manner and bullshit advice to your RE immediately. If she still remains employed, I would demand that she be barred from your case and that any further information and interactions come either directly from your RE or another staff member. You have that right. Stand up for it. "

I will bring it up! She has been nothing but rude and doom and gloom from day one. The second I answer the phone she has the worst attitude and a horrible, dreadful tone. From what she told me, she was positive that the RE would want to give me medication to miscarry the baby today and that my vitamins and folic acid would counteract all of that. Now that I know that my RE wants to actually give this a shot and says that doing that would be unethical at this stage I'm unbelievably pissed! I could punch her.

williegsocks · October 2014

LindseyM2012 your meme made me spit my water all over the place! Seriously. Now I have to go get a paper towel for my computer. Hilarious!

mshandlebar · October 2014

I can't tell you how sorry that this is happening to you. I hope that it is just a slow starter, and that you will get some answers at your next appointment. I know that I am new and don't know you too well, but I am sending loads of positive thoughts your way.

Also, avoid that nurse like the plague. She is bad news!

DharmaChick · October 2014

Yikes, that nurse sounds horrible. You should be able to trust the information that you are getting from anyone at your RE's office. As others have mentioned, you should definitely share what she said this with the doctor.

I hope that you get some answers soon. *hugs*

RazzyRN · October 2014

that nurse sounds down right stupid.

all women of childbearing age should be taking a daily vitamin with extra folic acid even if you are not trying to conceive.. because not all pregnancies are planned.

i would definitely tell someone about this because she shouldnt go around telling women they dont need these vitamins. im annoyed for you!!

LindseyM2012 · October 2014

williegsocks said:

LindseyM2012 your meme made me spit my water all over the place! Seriously. Now I have to go get a paper towel for my computer. Hilarious!

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I'm happy it could bring some laughter. Every time I post, I cringe at my own photo. This is going to be a loooong October.

rachelkeller · October 2014

I'm sorry you are still having to play the waiting game. Fingers crossed for you to get some answers soon!

BookishMomma · October 2014

I'm sorry you're in limbo. Hoping for the best for you and sending strength...

Hollowvic · October 2014

sorry you're going through this. Praying it works out for you. I would tell the doctor about the nurse, but I don't think missing a few days of prenatals will cause harm. I think they tell you to not take folic acid if it's ectopic, but I'm not sure why. Hoping the best for you.

theholmanherd · October 2014

I hate that they don't have definite answers for you. I will pray that your little one keeps growing. I'm still hoping for a positive outcome. We're here for you.

BunnyBerry · October 2014

Oh my goodness that is an EVIL nurse!! What woman TTC would ever stop taking her folic acid and prenatals? Is that nurse trying to hurt your baby's chances of developing? Is she crazy? And she tells you Over The Phone that you're going to get meds to miscarry today? She sounds pathological. Please, please do tell the doctor everything she has said and make sure he realizes how messed up that was.

Saying a prayer for a sticky, healthy LO!!

mmmKayy · October 2014

So sorry you are dealing with this... You'll be in my prayers! FX for a great outcome!!!!!

dancerspose · October 2014

I am so sorry you're dealing with this confusion, and a horrible nurse on top of it! I definitely echo what everyone else has said about telling your RE about her behavior and demanding she not be involved in your care.

I can't imagine the level of frustration you feel right now, but I hope you are being kind to yourself. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Good luck!

MoseyAnkles · October 2014

Wow, I'm praying for you that this is really it! FX

curve31 · October 2014

Since I thought the nurse was a moron too I looked up why she said that. Folic acid helps in the development of new cells. Of course, if your pregnancy is ectopic you don't want to aid in its growth. Interesting because I just thought folic acid prevented spina bifida and other birth defects. Now I know how.

williegsocks · October 2014

I suppose that explains the folic acid, but getting off of my prenatal vitamins doesn't really make sense to me. I feel that the nurse has been not only extremely rude and negative with everything, but she's also been very premature with her suggestions and advice of doom and gloom. She had me fully prepared to go into my US on Monday, see nothing but horribleness, and take medication to miscarry. Which didn't happen. She's really been making this already awful and emotional experience that much more awful.

curve31 · October 2014

I'm sure all prenatals have folic acid in them. She should've explained why you needed to stop taking them. She may not be dumb but she certainly sounds like a bitch!

LindseyM2012 · October 2014

I've been thinking about you and hoping for the best. When is your next follow up with the doc?

williegsocks · October 2014

LindseyM2012 thank you SO much for checking in on me! That right there makes me feel good. My next ultrasound is this coming Wednesday and I am so anxious for it. I've finally gotten to a healthy place where I am not hysterical about all of this. I understand the likelihood of this not working out and I'm to the point where I'm okay with whichever way this goes I just NEED to know what is going to happen. From what my RE said, this could go on for weeks. If the sac appears to have grown at my next appointment, but there's still no heartbeat he's going to get me to come in again the next week and so on. I really don't want that to happen. I just want to know what is up so I can move on. I HATE being in limbo!

LindseyM2012 · October 2014

Hang in there lady! Hoping for the best for you. Whatever happens, we're here for you. And I second Ketchup's thoughts

williegsocks · October 2014

iPutKetchupOnKetchup said:

williegsocks said:

LindseyM2012 thank you SO much for checking in on me! That right there makes me feel good. My next ultrasound is this coming Wednesday and I am so anxious for it. I've finally gotten to a healthy place where I am not hysterical about all of this. I understand the likelihood of this not working out and I'm to the point where I'm okay with whichever way this goes I just NEED to know what is going to happen. From what my RE said, this could go on for weeks. If the sac appears to have grown at my next appointment, but there's still no heartbeat he's going to get me to come in again the next week and so on. I really don't want that to happen. I just want to know what is up so I can move on. I HATE being in limbo!

Hang tight, gorgeous girl. We are all rooting for you. I also have been secretly hoping that the horrible nurse of yours develops some sort of gastrointestinal virus that makes her shit herself while wearing her favorite dress. Just so you know.

Oh my soiled pants! Seriously died laughing! You are hilarious! Made my whole freaking night.

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