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Cervix at 3 cm 19 w 4 d

kelnate22kelnate22 member
in January 2016 Moms
Hi ladies, I need some advice. After experiencing some pressure, I had an ultrasound today. The tech didn't tell me, but I saw on the screen that my cervix was measuring at 3 cm without funneling. She excused herself to talk to the doctor and I googled (bad idea) cervix lengths and found out this is on the short side. She came back and said that the doctor said everything is fine and I'm free to go but to call if it gets worse before my next appt on the 18th. Doctor didn't seemed concerned, but as a PGAL, I am. Do any of you have experience with this? Is 3 cm something I need to worry about? Thanks!
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Re: Cervix at 3 cm 19 w 4 d

  • CandKSCandKS member
    What do you mean you saw it on the screen? Did you see the codes she put on a specific image, or did she actually write out "cervix measuring 3cm without funneling?  Unless you are a trained diagnostic medical sonographer, PLEASE don't try and Dr. Google your own ultrasounds. 

    PGAL is SO hard, and doesn't get much easier until your little squishy is in your arms, but if the radiologist/doctor didn't say anything to you, it is because its his TRAINED medical opinion that you are fine. 

    Could you be confusing pressure with SPD (symohysis pubis dysfunction)?
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  • mysquishy18mysquishy18 member
    What number baby is this for you? Do you mean you're dilated 3 cm or the length of your cervix is 3 cm? Are you funneling because that makes a difference too? I also agree with previous post in that you should trust your doctor. I don't feel like 3 cm is that short and other factors would definitely go into deciding if it's a problem or not. Factors I'm sure your doctor weighed in when sending you home.
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  • rah938rah938 member
    edited September 2015
    I'm having twins, so they measure cervical length at each visit now. My doctor said as long as I stay above 2-2.5 cm I'm good. They monitor for changes and not just length. I'm sure if your doctor said you are good, she thinks you are. Try not to worry.
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  • kaym6kaym6 member
    At 19 weeks mine was only measuring 2.7, the doctor was not concerned and said I can continue on as normal! I am having another US to recheck this week at 24 weeks. If the doctor isn't concerned I would try not to worry about it.
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  • christianks104christianks104 member
    I think you are talking about the length of your cervix? Which is measured in cm and then mm. If your cervix is 3cm then it's still about 30 mm. Average length of a closed unpregnant cervix is about 4cm-5cm I believe. Especially if it is not funneling, you are probably fine. And every body is different, that may be your normal. Trust and listen to your doctor!!! If it was something to worry about, he would have set you up with more ultrasounds to keep a very close eye on it.
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  • CejimlCejiml member
    Last pg I was measured every 2 weeks and my dr told me as long as it was no less than a 2 it was fine. Since they are checking again I wouldn't be worried. I've had 4 mi/c so I understand the nerves too. I'm not allowed to workout or have sex( which sux!) but it's all worth it. If you are nervous just take it easy until you go back. I cramp a lot and my dr just told me if I do to guzzle water and get off my feet. HTH!
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  • ccoleemanccoleeman member
    I know it's hard to believe you won't be in the unfortunate minority after being a PGAL but for your mental health, learn to trust that your doctor will bring up any issues or red flags vs Google. If it helps though, reach out to them and just ask, maybe even note that being a PGAL you research a lot and just want some confirmation as to WHY they feel everything checked out ok so you know in the future.
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  • daninikicolidaninikicoli member
    I have to get my cervix checked every 2 weeks. 3 cm is good. Every time they measure mine and I see the 3 cm on the screen, I'm so relieved. I still feel cramping and pressure at times, sure it's just a growing baby... My high risk dr never seems concerned about it. I've had a 16 week loss and my son was born premature, so I tend to think the worst will happen...I've had to learn to stay away from Google. If they thought there was an issue, they would put you on Progesterone, talk to you about a cerclage and/or put you on bedrest. If you look on the high risk board, you'll see scarier numbers. Good luck!
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  • leap_frogleap_frog member
    Yes, had mine today, it measured 3.5. Dr is only concerned if it is lower than 2 cm. Nothing to worry about, but call your Dr. if you need reassurance. 
    N (2004), A (2007), N (2010), and L (due 1/2016)
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  • kelnate22kelnate22 member
    Thanks for the responses! Your comments made me feel better. I go back on the 18th so I will hopefully get checked again. I may call like pp posted to get more information. Thanks for that suggestion. To clarify, I saw the WRITTEN words that she printed out and gave to the doc to look at and I'm talking about cervix length. Thanks again, ladies!
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  • cjd&kcjd&k member
    I understand it can be hard PGAL, but please do not stress these things. The doctor said things are fine, take his/her word.
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  • macattack15macattack15 member
    what does Pgal mean
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  • AminaflemingAminafleming member
    @cejimil: is oral sex out of the question also? I'm in the same boat as you. Doctor's orders. X_X
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  • MrsB915MrsB915 member
    PGAL means pregnant after a loss
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  • Emott13Emott13 member
    A friend of mine rode out a 1.25in cervix for the second half of her pregnancy. She ended up getting cerclage, but she delivered just fine and her LO stayed tucked up in there until I believe week 39. As long as the doc is aware and is watching it, you needn't be concerned. :)
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  • mg137mg137 member
    If you're having trouble not being stressed, call and talk to your doctor about it. Have him explain to you why he is not worried and hopefully that will ease your mind. With my twins, doctor said he wasn't worried about some shortening as long as we didn't get below a certain number I've since forgotten. If no ones worried, you shouldn't be, but that's easier said than done and you deserve more info if you'll find it reassuring.

    TMI warning.
    For the no sex thing, there's two main reasons: orgasms can cause contractions and semen can ripen the cervix. Also I think there's something about things being inside the vagina because you're also not supposed to use tampons, though the pregnant woman on pelvic rest who used tampons and necessitated that rule kind of boggles my mind. So oral sex on you is a no no, but obviously you can perform. Other sex acts, including anal sex, if you're into it, depend on who you ask (and of course are off limits if they'll bring you to climax). I notice teeny little contractions even without orgasm, which don't worry me but did last pregnancy because of my risk of preterm labor. It's always best to have this conversation with your doctor but "so, what about anal?" kind of changes the dynamic....

    Sorry if TMI. I struggled with the pelvic rest order last pregnancy but was too shy to ask my doctor the questions I really should have and didn't want my husband to either. I know that's silly because he's a doctor and spent a lot of time with my vagina, but he's also very dignified and grey haired, and has daughters my age and I got shy.
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  • CejimlCejiml member
    Aminafleming said:
    @cejimil: is oral sex out of the question also? I'm in the same boat as you. Doctor's orders. X_X

    It's not. But the later I get I can't have an orgasm be it makes me contract.. I still have another month or so. Oh the joys...
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