I have now been diagnosed with pre-eclampsia/ toxemia. They've warned me that they may end up doing a c-section around 32 weeks, but will try to get my body to hold out until 35 weeks if possible. This has turned our world upside down overnight. I'm on increased meds and strict bedrest until next week. If they find protein in my urine next week, then I'll be in the hospital until I deliver. We're scared, nervous, anxious... Every emotion has coursed through us in the past 24 hours. Luckily, our little girl isn't showing any signs of distress. She's still kicking strong and all over the place.
Has anyone been through this? I need some hope that we'll both be okay.
UPDATE!!!
My dr ended up seeing me today vs Wednesday! I've lost 3 lbs in 5 days which he says is good bc he thinks it was water retention from my bp. The higher dose of bp meds is working. It's still slightly high, but not as bad as it was last week! Unfortunately, I've started having a lot of contractions which he says is caused by my bp bc it's my bodies natural reaction to the stress. Sooo I'll have to have a pelvic exam at each appt now. I have +3 protein in my urine, but again it's bc of my bp. He has higher hopes now that I'll be able to make it to August since my meds are working! I'll also be on early maternity leave as of 6/12.
Re: UPDATE! pre-eclampsia/ toxemia
She's now 35 weeks with her second child and all is well. She hasn't been diagnosed with pre-eclampsia this pregnancy. Thoughts and prayers are with you. Hang in there, momma!
I'm so glad to hear all of those babies are healthy now! My husband's 1st wife had their 2nd child at 25 weeks and he passed away after ten days, so my husband is on edge. But the difference with our pregnancies was that she was on drugs and disappeared until she showed up at the hospital 6 months later without having prenatal care. I keep trying to remind him(and myself) that she's a fighter and she'll make it!
@PixelPosy I had a c-section with my first due to a failed induction. I was supposed to be scheduled for August 7th with this pregnancy, but now we're praying to make it to July. And it's day 2 of bedrest and I'm bored to death already!
I'm sure bed rest would make anyone feel like they're going crazy (I know I would be going nuts!) but hang in there. It will all be worth it when you see your little girl's precious face! Thoughts and prayers until then
And please keep us updated!
I just found out that I might have it. I am pretty worried about it. I am sure that everything will turn out ok though.