5mm Nuchal Translucency. :(

jnacevedo918 · December 2014

So at first everything was great. This is my first child so seeing it wiggle around and wave it's arms and stuff was truly amazing. Seeing the heart on its chest beating was incredible. BUT the Nuchal Translucency was at 5mm instead of the normal 2.5 or lower. The doctor told me that there's a high risk it could have some kind of syndrome or heart problem etc. And I would have to start making a decision on if I would want to terminate the pregnancy or keep the baby even with problems. Now I j ave to wait 4 weeks in order to have another ultrasound and and amniocentesis done which is something else that worries me. Idk what to do or think. I'm So Depressed AND Sad. Did anyone else have this and things turn out fine? I'm so stressed.

finchfeeder80 · December 2014

I don't have any advice for you, but I wanted to let you know I feel so badly you are in this situation and I'll keep you in my thoughts.

Bednarova · December 2014

I don't have experience with this either, but wanted to offer virtual hugs.

They can do a CVS test now, I believe if you want answers more quickly, was that offered?

KimberlyandThor2014 · December 2014

I don't have any advice for you either, but I wanted to extend warm hugs and let you know that I will be thinking of you. I truly hope all turns out well for you and your baby. ❤️

TheAlmostMom · December 2014

*hugs* and lots of love your way! Is DNA testing (Verifi, Harmony, Panorama, etc) available to you? It is non-invasive and zero risk of miscarriage compared to an amnio or cvs (which have low, low risks, but still risks) and they are incredibly accurate in detecting T21, 13 and 18 (SOME of the tests look for additional trisomies/genetic errors if one of these three is not what your doc is looking for. I believe Panorama is the most extensive). It is just a blood draw and can be done at any point in your pregnancy- results usually come back in 1-2 weeks which would cut down your wait at the very least.

Keeping you and your family in my prayers!!

mcp6286 · December 2014

So sorry to hear this! T&Ps for you during this tough time!

awheeler4311 · December 2014

So sorry!! No advice, but you're in my thoughts and prayers.

Schnurette · December 2014

Fingers crossed the further testing shows everything is alright.

With DD we passed the NT no problem but towards the end of pregnancy they started doing a lot of extra checkups and phone calls etc. not really telling us why, just sort of brushing it off as having to do with my blood pressure being up.

Turns out I had a lot - A LOT - of extra fluid in there. (They told us after DD was delivered.) They had been making phone calls to the specialists in the cities to ask them to review my u/s and blood work etc. and concerned that DD had some sort of disorder that the NT didn't pick up on.

DD is totally fine, beautiful healthy happy delightful little girl with no "defects" at all. Sometimes it all turns out to have been nothing!

blastocarrier30 · December 2014

I'm so sorry that you're going through this stress. T&P as you go through more testing and face all these difficult decisions!

leenziepops · December 2014

Sorry you are going through this. I would personally try to see if you could get earlier testing so that you don't have to wait 4 weeks plus some few days for the results to come back. Also, it's a very personal choice on whether or not to terminate. Something that you should talk about with your DH/SO with advice from your doctors about your options. I believe there is also a timeframe to make termination decisions so that's something to bare in mind. T&P are with you during this difficult time.

erbear84 · December 2014

Will they let you do any of the Harmony/Materniti21/Panorama type tests? That would let you know if it's any of the trisomies at least.

I'm sorry you are going through this!

blu-eyedwife · December 2014

Thinking lots of good thoughts for you. It's hard being in this in-between stage and not knowing what's going on. Try to remember that this is just a screening and not diagnostic. Even if your chances are 1/10, it's not a guarantee for anything. Hopefully the further testing will help you have a clearer picture of what's going on.

pinkcallalily · December 2014

I am so sorry you are dealing with this. We had a baby with a 6.6 nuchal measurement and I know how scary it is. We were able to get in for CVS a couple days later and had the first results the following day. I think it takes up to 2 weeks for the full results, but we got the answers we needed with the first results.

I would ask if you can get CVS done so you can have answers as soon as possible. I can't believe they expect you to wait so long for the next steps. Not all MFMs do CVS so we were sent to a different one than we did our nt scan with.

Again, I am really sorry you have to go through this!

ETA: I'm not sure any of the panorama type tests would be offered to you as your next option because they aren't 100%. When I had panorama done at the same time as my nt scan our genetic counselor said if any of of the results were elevated our next step would be CVS again to get a definitive answer. Although panorama has a high detection rate, it still isn't as high as CVS or amino. It's possible they would offer it, but I think they would recommend the more invasive testing.

tiffbot1985 · December 2014

So sorry you are going through this, just wanted to say good luck with everything!

rissy8398 · December 2014

Our little girl measured at 10.5mm at an 11 week scan. The same day we had CVS testing and 48 hours later the doctor told us she had turner syndrome. Unfortunately our baby passed away a week later and I couldn't bare delivering her so I had surgery. It was the hardest thing me and my husband have gone through. If you look on my blog you can read more about my experience. Everyone is different and can the news in many ways. I only can say that I'm thankful for what happened because it wasn't meant to be at the time. My husband and I are 14 weeks pregnant with a healthy baby.. We just found out Monday that he/she had no generic abnormalities. Good luck with everything and I truly hope for the best. Keep us posted and Happy Holidays.❤️

Katerina&Baby · December 2014

Just wanted to let you know that I'll keep you in my T&P - hopefully this turns out to be absolutely nothing and you have a stress free H&H pregnancy from here on out.

effthisnoise · December 2014

I'm sorry that you're going through this. I hope everything turns out all right.

jnacevedo918 · December 2014

Idk about any of these tests but I am going to look into them. I did the genetic test today that they do through your blood and then that amnio test I'm scared of

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beckynsean11 · December 2014

Oh goodness. I'm so sorry you're going through this. Everyone had covered the different testing options. I'll be thinking of you & your sweet little babe. Sending so many hugs!

taboullio84 · December 2014

I'm so sorry . I don't know much about this. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

jnacevedo918 · December 2014

I have to get a fetal echo done as well the week after I get the amnio done. I really hope all works out with the results of the panorama I had done today and the ultrasound before the amnio

TheNewMrsY · December 2014

I'm truly sorry you have to deal with this stress and uncertainty. I'll be thinking of you and hoping you get answers quickly.

flbabychin · December 2014

You are in my thoughts and prayers! I'm so sorry that you are going through this. While I don't really have any advice, I'd echo others' suggestions of trying to get the bloodwork done first, so you're not just in limbo for 4 weeks. I hope you get some answers soon.

mrshaynes1216 · December 2014

I was told that my son would have Down syndrome and that I should think about termination. They offered me an amnio test and I refused because of the risk and just prepared for a child with Down syndrome. He was born with absolutely nothing wrong with him. Just pray and give it to God

katester91 · December 2014

Thoughts and prayers for you and baby. I'm sorry you're going through this.

tinavonsparkle · December 2014

Thinking of you. I hope the next 4 weeks either go really quickly for you or you get an appointment sooner. Much love x

mamabearMoni · December 2014

I don't have any experience, but try to keep your hopes up. Loads of T&Ps headed your way

Edit: because my finger twitched at precisely the wrong moment.

hazeldublin · December 2014

I don't have any experience with what your going through but I wanted to send my thoughts and prayers to you and your baby. I hope your ok and the wait won't feel too long xxx

cassare · December 2014

I've been a lurker since October. I decided to come out of the shadows since I am facing the same situation. My EDD is June 25th. Just submitted blood samples for the Harmony testing yesterday and so we are hoping to hear back before the start of the new year. I have been weepy every time I think or speak about it. We were blindsided with our second US. We are hoping for the best and are trying to take every day as they come. Once we get the results back, we will then decide if we will pursue the amnio test. We both will get through this. Just wanted to let you know that you are not alone in facing this difficult path.

a5swanson · December 2014

PPs did a good job of pointing out all the other testing. Hang in there. I know it will seem like torture, but there's absolutely nothing you can do between now and the time you hear more from the doctor. Try to get some rest and focus on maintaining a good headspace with your partner about it. FX for good news to come of this!

suzysurparis · December 2014

My T&P go out to you in this difficult time.

jbartsy · December 2014

I'm so sorry you're going through this. Hoping all turns out well for you and baby.

adorebel · December 2014

I'm so sorry you're going through this. I did a CVS on Monday because our baby has a visible defect on the u/s that it's likely s/he won't survive. Our reasoning for doing the test was that the baby is already facing such high risks that the extremely low risk of the test doesn't even compare. We hope to have some answers 7-10 days after doing it. I have heard the CVS feels pretty similar to an amnio. It only lasts a few minutes, but the giant needle they pump in and out of the abdomen is more painful than they tell you! It also gave me uterine contractions for a few hours afterwards, but I didn't bleed at all. I don't know exactly how far along you are, but I know they won't do a CVS if the baby is measuring over 14 weeks, which may be why they're doing a less conclusive blood test now and making you wait for the amnio at 16-18 weeks. The waiting while preparing for the worst is a horrible feeling, and I sympathize with you so much. One minute you're over the moon, and the next you can't stop crying. I hope everything works out for your family.

mlindzz · December 2014

This is heartbreaking to hear. I'm so sorry for the news, and the position this puts you in.

We had to make the decision yesterday if we were going to do this test, and although the choice wasn't easy and there is no right or wrong answer, we decided not too.

We've had 3-4 friends who were told they were high risk for complications with the baby, specifically Down syndrome, and each of them ended up having healthy baby girls!

Remember a medical professionals opinion of 'high risk, is generally higher then average but this does not mean it's 'likely' to have any complications, the odd are still in your favour.

And pray about it my girl!

The doctor told me this summer that based on my blood test results I needed to put starting a family on hold, and would be undergoing treatment for roughly a year. We were heartbroken. The next time I saw my doctor and she ran more tests, she said she couldn't explain what happened but everything looked great. Everything was 'fixed', and back to normal. Thank you Lord!

I know exactly what happened, a lady from Uganda walked over to me out of the blue and put her hands on my tummy and had started praying. I knew it was for a baby, but because of the language barrier I couldn't understand exactly what she was saying. She had no way of knowing about the news we had recieved, although I believe she was bold in her faith and listened to something inside that must have told her I needed the prayer. I will forever be thankful.

Remember He has so much love and grace for you and your family. You will be in our thoughts and prayers mama.

Jennym2b · December 2014

I am lurking from July 15 and just want to say how sorry I am you are going through this. I pray everything works out for you and all the other ladies going through this. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

bumpuser5925118 · December 2014

While my NT scan wasn't as high as yours, the bloodwork came back saying that the baby has a 1 in 34 chance of having something wrong. I requested to have the Harmony test done, and am awaiting results. I know how scary this can be. I've done nothing but pray for peace within myself for whatever happens. Its so hard to wait, its driving me crazy. Thoughts and prayers are with you!

mfoster134 · December 2014

You are in my thoughts and prayers!! Hope is the best thing you can hold onto. Baby could be totally healthy. For our first my husband and I found out we both are carriers for CF. It was a total shock, nothing on either sides of the family. For our first we opted not to find out, our only option was amnio and it wasn't worth the risk to me. We hoped and prayed and our beautiful daughter is not even a carrier which is a miracle in itself!!! Baby could be fine so try not to stress. I will be thinking of you and praying!

Sunny B · December 2014

Thinking of you and sending a prayer for your baby.

mlindzz · December 2014

Roo54 said:
While my NT scan wasn't as high as yours, the bloodwork came back saying that the baby has a 1 in 34 chance of having something wrong. I requested to have the Harmony test done, and am awaiting results. I know how scary this can be. I've done nothing but pray for peace within myself for whatever happens. Its so hard to wait, its driving me crazy. Thoughts and prayers are with you!

Thoughts and prayers are with you as well Roo54. Try not to worry more than you already are, remember 'high risk' generally means higher than average, but it still means the chances of a complication are unlikely. You are blessed either way!

jmkelly18 · December 2014

My DS has Down syndrome. We opted out of early testing because I hate having bloodwork done and didn't find out until the 18week US. They said he had an echogenic focus spot on his heart. When he was born his heart was perfect no issues at all! He is the biggest blessing to our family. He is 3 almost 4 now and he can run and play and talks and is doing thugs typical 3 year olds do. He teaches us patience and is so very loving! He wasn't what we were expecting but our lives wouldn't be the same without him!

I just wanted to share so you know Down Syndrome isn't bad, it's different.

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