I called back later in the day and was able to snag a cancellation spot at a different clinic. Now I'll be going on 12/16. Still a 2 week wait, but at least it's before the holidays and not, literally, next year!
I called back later in the day and was able to snag a cancellation spot at a different clinic. Now I'll be going on 12/16. Still a 2 week wait, but at least it's before the holidays and not, literally, next year!
Yes, we are. Like you, we see them first and then have the ultrasound. This seems odd to me, especially considering the cysts might well be gone by then? Oh well, I'm sure they know better than me! I am assuming they will push us to do some kind of blood testing (I opted out of first tri screenings). I'm not really sure what else they will tell us, as I am not over the age of 35, have no family history, and everything else on baby measures perfectly normal. We shall see!
Yes, we are. Like you, we see them first and then have the ultrasound. This seems odd to me, especially considering the cysts might well be gone by then? Oh well, I'm sure they know better than me! I am assuming they will push us to do some kind of blood testing (I opted out of first tri screenings). I'm not really sure what else they will tell us, as I am not over the age of 35, have no family history, and everything else on baby measures perfectly normal. We shall see!
My geneticist said the order of appointments didn't matter, because if they see a soft marker once, they still evaluate even if the soft market goes away in subsequent scans.... So it's ok to see genetics before the level 2 U.S. In fact it's probably a good thing because some if the genetic tests take a couple of weeks to get back, so you'd rather get them going ASAP. Good luck to us both!
I haven't checked in for several days, but I just wanted to tell you I'm sorry you've had such a scare, & I'm glad that you've subsequently had some reassuring and encouraging information to help put your mind at ease, at least a bit. Big hugs to you and your LO.
Had my level 2 US today. It was an 1h exam, sonographer was very helpful and then doctor came at the end, took a few more pics and spoke to us.
The echogenic bowel has resolved already! He said its a very good sign. The only little thing is that one of his kidneys was very mildly enlarged ( I think he was referring to pyelectasis) , but doctor told us not to worry about it at all. He said it is super common and will resolve throughout gestation. It is also a soft marker for Downs but I had a very low risk IPS and the Panorama test is already being done anyways.
Brain, heart, limbs, gut, all were perfectly normal! He is measuring in the 21st percentile, he is a smallish baby but well within the normal range.
Doctor said I don't need to be followed in the high risk ultrasound department anymore, yay!
Now we just need to wait for the genetic tests. But everything so far has been very reassuring ! Thank you for your thoughts and prayers!
Whoo hoo!!! Amazing news! Hope you are finally getting a chance to breathe a sigh of relief!
Not a super deep breath but yes. I'll breathe better once the panorama is back...And also, I heard the tech telling the doctor that I have marginal cord insertion. It increases the risk of intrauterine growth restriction, placental abruption and premature birth by a bit but I'm trying not to worry about it. I've had too many stressors already!!
I have a marginal cord insertion as well. My doctor acted like it wasn't a big deal, but of course I worry! Ironically, I also have gestational diabetes, so we're worried about baby being too big and too small. Hoping the test results come back quickly for you!
I have a marginal cord insertion as well. My doctor acted like it wasn't a big deal, but of course I worry! Ironically, I also have gestational diabetes, so we're worried about baby being too big and too small. Hoping the test results come back quickly for you!
Right, the worry never ends! What percentile is your baby measuring at?
She didn't mention a percentile, but she was measuring 7 days behind. We didn't have an early ultrasound. I didn't want one because I've had too many traumatic ultrasounds (an 8 week loss and limb differences with DD). I am sure on my LMP but think ovulated a 2-3 days later, but it's hard to know why she's measuring small. DD is in the 5th percentile still for weight at 2.5 years old (and healthy), so maybe we just have small babies? We had a level 2 at the high risk clinic, and that OB as well as my own aren't worried. Hoping this is a good sign. I have another growth scan at 26 weeks (first week in Jan) to follow up. That should give us more info about her size.
I haven't been around much the last week so I feel terrible I'm just now seeing this. My heart sunk when I read your original post, but I'm so glad you've gotten some answers since then. I'll still be praying for you and your little one, sorry you had to go through that scare.
Just found out today that baby has a soft marker for Downs in the left ventrical. My doc didn't seem concerned and hasn't suggested any further testing because it was an isolated marker but it caught me off guard since I left the ultra sound with the impression that everything looked great. I couldn't even think of any questions to ask while there, though I have thought of lots since! From the reading I have done tonight, it looks like having one soft marker doesn't increase the risk of a chromosomal issue by much.
Just found out today that baby has a soft marker for Downs in the left ventrical. My doc didn't seem concerned and hasn't suggested any further testing because it was an isolated marker but it caught me off guard since I left the ultra sound with the impression that everything looked great. I couldn't even think of any questions to ask while there, though I have thought of lots since! From the reading I have done tonight, it looks like having one soft marker doesn't increase the risk of a chromosomal issue by much.
Wishing you and baby all the best.
Same to you! Did you do any type of prenatal screening? That helps evaluate the probability of down's in light of the soft marker. Hope you can brush this off soon, too!
We decided not to do any prenatal screening before finding out about the soft marker.
I still feel the same. I asked myself what I would do if the results came back saying the baby had a high risk for Downs. It wouldn't change anything for us so i don't think I want to know more.
We decided not to do any prenatal screening before finding out about the soft marker.
I still feel the same. I asked myself what I would do if the results came back saying the baby had a high risk for Downs. It wouldn't change anything for us so i don't think I want to know more.
I wouldn't do anything different either, but I just had to know, one way or another.
Re: Experiences with echogenic bowel? *update on page 2*
Dr. has me seen a genetic counselor and doing the second ultrasound to see if they can find out more.
Dr. has me seen a genetic counselor and doing the second ultrasound to see if they can find out more.
Same here. I had my genetics appointment last week, and ultrasound this afternoon. Fingers crossed for us both!
It's a boy! Grow baby, grow! EDD: 4/22/2016
Had my level 2 US today. It was an 1h exam, sonographer was very helpful and then doctor came at the end, took a few more pics and spoke to us.
The echogenic bowel has resolved already! He said its a very good sign. The only little thing is that one of his kidneys was very mildly enlarged ( I think he was referring to pyelectasis) , but doctor told us not to worry about it at all. He said it is super common and will resolve throughout gestation. It is also a soft marker for Downs but I had a very low risk IPS and the Panorama test is already being done anyways.
Brain, heart, limbs, gut, all were perfectly normal! He is measuring in the 21st percentile, he is a smallish baby but well within the normal range.
Doctor said I don't need to be followed in the high risk ultrasound department anymore, yay!
Now we just need to wait for the genetic tests. But everything so far has been very reassuring ! Thank you for your thoughts and prayers!
It's a boy! Grow baby, grow! EDD: 4/22/2016
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Just found out today that baby has a soft marker for Downs in the left ventrical. My doc didn't seem concerned and hasn't suggested any further testing because it was an isolated marker but it caught me off guard since I left the ultra sound with the impression that everything looked great. I couldn't even think of any questions to ask while there, though I have thought of lots since!
From the reading I have done tonight, it looks like having one soft marker doesn't increase the risk of a chromosomal issue by much.
Wishing you and baby all the best.
Did you do any type of prenatal screening? That helps evaluate the probability of down's in light of the soft marker. Hope you can brush this off soon, too!
I still feel the same. I asked myself what I would do if the results came back saying the baby had a high risk for Downs. It wouldn't change anything for us so i don't think I want to know more.
Update to add that cystic fibrosis results are back and neither my husband nor I carry the allele! Hooray!