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paranoia

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Hello
My name is Christine.  I am currently on my 3rd pregnancy. 1st was twins that I had a missed miscarriage at 10 weeks and didn't know about until almost 13 weeks.  Terrible experience with my OB who made me wait a week for a D&C which made me feel even worse about it and feel like I couldn't start healing. Switched OB's for the second one. Was told I am still low risk and didn't have an appointment until 10 weeks. Saw a heartbeat, measuring 4 days small.  miscarried 5 days later (sac measured more the 2 weeks small).  That started 3 months of blood testing because I threw a fit that they wouldn't do anything "because you have only had 2 miscarriages and you are only 23". I told them it was unacceptable because they were 5 minths apart and both at 10 weeks. So we started blood tests.  Turns out I have APS, an autoimmune disease that causes clots and it the cause of 15% of recurring miscarriages. Since then I have started aspirin. Found out I was pregnant just before Christmas.  Started blood thinners at 8 weeks (a little later then some recommend)  and have had to do daily injections since. 
With all that being said. I am super paranoid that I will miscarry again. does anyone else have this problem?  My doctors are great but I feel like I am not as high risk as soon of their other patients so they put up with me but actually feel like I am over reacting.  Is anyone else this paranoid or am I actually over thinking this? Oh yeah I am 11 weeks 6 days. 
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  • ShanRum3ShanRum3 member
    No experience like this, but as a mom who has experienced a loss, I understand your paranoia!
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  • HeyStVincentHeyStVincent member
    You're not overreacting at all. How you're feeling is totally normal, and I think anyone who has been through what you've been through would feel the same way. I bet your doctors understand where you are coming from. Don't ever worry that they think you're overreacting. You should always speak your mind and address your concerns with your doctor - it's part of their job to be there for you about those kinds of things! 
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  • ChloeSmithChloeSmith member
    Also had a loss at 10 weeks, and now 16 weeks pregnant, focus on week by week. In my diary I would write for the following week when I would be moving over to the next week, and every week, I held my breath a little bit less. At 14 weeks I bought a Doppler and every night before bed I listen to her for a minute. And then I can sleep better knowing she is still safe. Will be thinking of you! 
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  • bsckgb7bsckgb7 member
    I have APS and have been on daily Lovenox and baby aspirin since my BFP (currently 15w1d).  My doc feels confident my rate of miscarriage is low based on my protocol.  I will be switching to twice daily Heparin in the 9th month.  Congrats!
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  • jacmkelleyjacmkelley member
    As @ChloeSmith said, I also use a Doppler before bed now. I purchased one on Sunday. Because even though I feel great my mind still goes to that place too. It is scary if you've experienced a loss. But the Doppler does help to reassure you that your little guy is ok. Hang in there and just take t one day at a time. It's absolutely terrifying and you have every right to feel the way you do. I totally understand the worry. As far as the medicine goes, the Dr has you on what they feel is best to help your body carry through this pregnancy. That is comforting to know that they are treating your issue and that it's worked for other women before. 
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  • jolydanjolydan member
    Im on blood thinner since week 8 and was switch to the high risk at week 14. I think most high risk won't see you before 2nd trimester. I understand you are feeling very scare but I think being on blood thinner greatly reduce your risks. Sendings thoughts and prayers :)
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  • DaffireDaffire member
    having experienced 3 mc I had a doppler for the last pregnancy and this one. For me its a quick way to reassure myself and I spend less time being worried. I highly suggest it.
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