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Extremely low betas, slight rise, but HB at 6 weeks? Please help

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Re: Extremely low betas, slight rise, but HB at 6 weeks? Please help

  • That's great news!!!!
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  • @GoogleMD  Do you remember what your numbers were? Congratulations on your son!

  • @chloe97 Such great news for you!
  • So happy to read this update!
    TTC #1 since June 2015
    BFP #1 Nov 2015 ended in MC Dec 26 2015
    BFP #2 Feb 2016, EDD Nov 8 2016




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    Glad to read this @chloe97
  • runfast said:
    @GoogleMD  Do you remember what your numbers were? Congratulations on your son!

    I don't remember what the exact numbers were. My first number taken around 4 weeks was under 100, I believe it was around 85 or 90. It took right at 72hrs to double, a week later it was 1200, and a week after that ( so about 6-6.5 weeks) it was just over 2000. I had an u/s at what should have been 7w3d and baby measured 6w2d (HR was 125 if I remember correctly). I went back 8 days later for a follow up u/s, baby measured 8w0d and had a HR of 145. He measured 3-4 days "smaller" than the DD estimated from my last period the rest of the pregnancy. 
  • chloe97chloe97 member
    edited April 2016
    @googlemd thank you for this update! Even though I've been told over and over again b my Dr that all that matters is what is being seen on the ultrasound at this point (which has been strong heartbeats), there is still that nagging feeling that I can't feel comfortable because I had the really small beta increase right before week 6. Hearing a success story with a healthy, take home baby helps so much. 
  • chloe97 said:
    @googlemd thank you for this update! Even though I've been told over and over again b my Dr that all that matters is what is being seen on the ultrasound at this point (which has been strong heartbeats), there is still that nagging feeling that I can't feel comfortable because I had the really small beta increase right before week 6. Hearing a success story with a healthy, take home baby helps so much. 
    I understand, i was very nervous. We didnt trll anyone besides parents and my best friend until 16 weeks. We didnt buy anything other than a sleeper before 24 weeks. 
  • My betas were low low! Baby is healthy though, I'm 16 weeks :) keep your head up! A nurse told me i'd likely miscarry this one (i've already miscarried 2x)...and we have not! Like i said, stay positive mama
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  • @mrsbenjamindaniel Thank you!! I'm 10+5 today. We heard a great heartbeat yesterday, but I'm a bit worried because my Panorama came back with no results due to low fetal fraction. We did draw on 9+5 and did the redraw today, so hopefully we get results this time! Sometimes no results can be indicative of chromosomal abnormalities, so with this pregnancy's history, I'm worried.
  • I had the harmony test done twice because the first time there wasn't enough fetal dna. I was 10w3d. Second draw I was 12w5d. 
  • @chloe97 low fractal DNA means absolutely zero about anything wrong with the baby. I had it happen twice and they didn't even try a third. had my nt scan and several appts since and there are zero issues. 
  • chloe97chloe97 member
    @mrszoess I actually found ACOGs statement on NIPT and read that 23% of women with no results are carrying fetuses with aneuploidy https://m.acog.org/Resources-And-Publications/Committee-Opinions/Committee-on-Genetics/Cell-free-DNA-Screening-for-Fetal-Aneuploidy?IsMobileSet=true. Chances are still better that not that everything is okay, but the risk does increase. 
  • I was told the test could be done anytime after 10 weeks. So maybe it was just too early?
    TTC#1 since Jan 2015
    BFP 2/19/15  •  MMC found at 9 wks  •  D&E at 11 wks (age 36)
    BFP 8/29/15
      •  CP (age 37)
    BFP 11/18/15  •  DD born at 41 weeks <3(age 37/38)

    TTC#2 since May 2017
    BFP 10/18/17  •  MMC found at 8 wks  •  Misoprostal at 10.5 wks (age 39)

    BFP 2/16/18
      •  CP (age 39)
    BFP 4/13/18
      •  CP (age 39)
    BFP 5/07/18  •  MMC found at 10.5 wks  •  D&E at 11.5 wks 
    •  Testing showed it was a girl with Trisomy 22. (age 39/40)
    9/5/18 Diagnosed with diminished ovarian reserve (4-5 follicles, one ovary had none and was very atrophied)

    RE says the low egg count is likely causing my recurrent pregnancy loss. Less eggs results in more aneuploidy.

    BFP 9/24/18  • 
    CP (age 40)
    BFP 5/11/19  •  Fraternal twins  •  MMC found at 10w5d (Baby A 6w, Baby B 10w)  •  Misoprostal at 11 weeks (age 41)













  • chloe97chloe97 member
    @CarrieandRoy Panorama says 9 weeks, but I like to think it was just too early. I have a feeling that my draw at 10+5 is also going to be a bust, which will do nothing for my nerves. I've pretty much resigned myself to getting an Amnio. FX I'm wrong though!
  • panoramas own site does not disclose that information. I tend to believe my actual obgyn over a website that has no backup from the actual manufacturer of the test 
  • I'm so sorry that this has brought you more stress! Hope you get good news soon!
  • j32444j32444 member
    Wow it sounds like things are going very well! I will keep you in my thoughts. Thank you for sending updates. Your post has given me some hope.
  • chloe97chloe97 member
    @j32444 Welcome and good luck!! According to the American Pregnant Association 15-20% of women have betas that don't follow typical patterns and go on to have healthy pregnancies. After a heartbeat is visible on an ultrasound, that is a much better indication of how the pregnancy is progressing. Unfortunately, we're not out of the woods yet. I've made it to 12 weeks, but still have an NT scan and waiting on NIPT genetic testing results. We definitely have not been able to relax about this pregnancy.
  • FX for you @chloe97  !!!
    This is just so hard.. to be pregnant after a loss. We need to stay strong and keep our spirits up!!! I hope your upcoming tests come out wonderfully!

    I am still on 5weeks, I will have blood tests tomorrow, and I will wait for 8w for my first US. FX also for me!

    hugs,
    -Y
    Married 06.21.14 / TTC since 11.15 /
    BFP 01.03.2016 / MMC 6w5d D&C 02.2016 // BFP 05.06.16 / natural MC 05.12.16
    Benched 06.2016-08.2016 / TTC again 09.2016! On a diet. Cranky.
    BFP 10.02.2016 / NT scan at 12w looked normal / Anatomy scan at 20w everything ok
    Team blue! / EDD June 11th 2017
    DAVID ROGER was born on May 23rd at 37 weeks.

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    Started PhD studies in Architecture on 2017.
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  • chloe97chloe97 member
    I wanted to give what could be the final update in this saga. I wish that I came here with better news, but unfortunately it's not looking good.

    My Panorama once again came back with no results. We went for our NT scan today and the baby is measuring 10 days too small, the placenta is extremely small and the head is too large. We had a CVS today, but more likely than not, the baby has a chromosomal abnormality not conducive with life. Probably Triploidy based on the HCG issues my Dr ventured, but hopefully we will know more ina few days. 

    I just want to say thank you all for the support through this tough time. It's been helpful.
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    Sending hugs and prayers to you, Chloe97. I can't imagine how hard this must all be for you. 
    Married my best friend 03/2012
    BFP#1 06/2012 ----Luke John born 03/2013
    BFP#2 06/2014 ----MMC 8w4d  D&C 07/2014
    BFP#3 10/2014 ----Chemical
    BFP#4 01/2016 ----Due 09/10/2016
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    @chloe97 I have checked back on this thread a couple of times looking for your updates. I am devastated for you to be in this situation. I am so sorry you are going through this. You and your husband will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers.

    Me: 40, DH: 35 / Married: 2009; TTC #1: 2013

    2013 - 2015: 5 pregnancies —> 5 miscarriages

    TTCAL with RE (RPL specialist): February 2016

    2016: 3 medicated TI cycles —> 3 medicated IUI cycles: All BFN

    Donor Egg IVF Transfer: May 1, 2017

    May 11, 2017: BFP!! Beta #1: 449.1, Beta #2: 844, Beta #3: 1714

    EDD: 1/17/18, it's a GIRL!  <3 E. L. A. born 12/7/2017








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    this breaks my heart to see. I have been following this thread and hoped everything was finally looking up for you. I am so sorry and hope you and DH are managing during this difficult time 
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    I'm so sorry, @chloe97. It looks like there were many of us rooting you and your baby on from the other side. Sending you and your DH some love during this devastating time.
  • I'm so sorry @chloe97 .  I wish I had something more comforting or insightful to say, but this just sucks.
  • @chloe97 I just can't even. I'm so sorry you have had to go through this. 
    TW: MMC
    BFP1 12/24/14 - EDD 09/07/15 (D/C 8w1d)
    BFP2 6/12/15 - EDD 2/22/16 (D/C 10w3d)
    ———
    Diagnoses and Treatments
    PCOS (myo-inositol, excercize)
    Indeterminant levels of APS IgM antibodies (baby aspirin)
    Sub-septate uterus (hysteroscopic septoplasty 12/18/15)
    ———
    BFP3 05/02/16 EDD 01/09/17 DS born 01/05/17
    BFP4 01/28/19 EDD 10/?/19 🤞🙏

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    @chloe97 I'm so sorry you are going through this. So many of us were rooting for you. You will be in my T&P. 
  • @chloe97, I am so sorry to hear this update. My heart breaks for you. 
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  • Oh dear...

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    I am so sorry @chloe97 ... This is just awful.

    And I'm also sorry to add my own bad news. Yesterday morning my temp went way down and I started spotting. Later in the day I started bleeding heavily. I can't believe I am losing my baby again :-(

    Thank god I was at home, because it has been a terrible process. A girl friend of mine came to stay with me in the evening when my husband had to leave for work, and I am so thankful she could be with me.

    It was so nice to have hope and be here with you ladies. I don't know if I'll be back soon. I'm sorry. I'm so sad.

    -Y
    Married 06.21.14 / TTC since 11.15 /
    BFP 01.03.2016 / MMC 6w5d D&C 02.2016 // BFP 05.06.16 / natural MC 05.12.16
    Benched 06.2016-08.2016 / TTC again 09.2016! On a diet. Cranky.
    BFP 10.02.2016 / NT scan at 12w looked normal / Anatomy scan at 20w everything ok
    Team blue! / EDD June 11th 2017
    DAVID ROGER was born on May 23rd at 37 weeks.

    Architect, Peruvian living in Chile. I love art, opera and good chocolate.
    Started PhD studies in Architecture on 2017.
    Fur mom of a rescued miniature poodle called Luke Skywalker.


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    @chloe97 I am so sorry to see this update.  Sending you so many warm thoughts during this difficult time.  

    @yolandamunoz I am so sorry for your update as well.  Please take care of yourself as best you can.  Hugs.
    About me:
    /loss mentioned/
    TTC#1 July 2014
    dx: MFI (morphology)
    IUI #1 w/Clomid + Ovidrel Sept. 2015 ~ BFN
    IUI #2 w/Clomid + Ovidrel Halloween 2015 ~ BFN
    IUI #3 w/Clomid + Ovidrel Thanksgiving 2015 ~ BFP!!
    hb 146 bpm at 7w5d
    1/28/16 ~ began to say goodbye to our beautiful baby at 11w 
    d&c, followed by cytotec
    TTCAL April 2016
    IUI #4 w/Clomid + Ovidrel Apr. 2016 ~ BFN
    IUI #5 w/Clomid + Ovidrel ~ CP
    IUI#6 w/Clomid + Ovidrel ~ BFN
  • @yolandamunoz - I am so so sorry. I wish I had more to say but I know there isn't anything anyone can say. Just know we are thinking of you.
    TW: MMC
    BFP1 12/24/14 - EDD 09/07/15 (D/C 8w1d)
    BFP2 6/12/15 - EDD 2/22/16 (D/C 10w3d)
    ———
    Diagnoses and Treatments
    PCOS (myo-inositol, excercize)
    Indeterminant levels of APS IgM antibodies (baby aspirin)
    Sub-septate uterus (hysteroscopic septoplasty 12/18/15)
    ———
    BFP3 05/02/16 EDD 01/09/17 DS born 01/05/17
    BFP4 01/28/19 EDD 10/?/19 🤞🙏

  • Thank you girls for your kind words. Just trying to hang in there.

    hugs

    -Y
    Married 06.21.14 / TTC since 11.15 /
    BFP 01.03.2016 / MMC 6w5d D&C 02.2016 // BFP 05.06.16 / natural MC 05.12.16
    Benched 06.2016-08.2016 / TTC again 09.2016! On a diet. Cranky.
    BFP 10.02.2016 / NT scan at 12w looked normal / Anatomy scan at 20w everything ok
    Team blue! / EDD June 11th 2017
    DAVID ROGER was born on May 23rd at 37 weeks.

    Architect, Peruvian living in Chile. I love art, opera and good chocolate.
    Started PhD studies in Architecture on 2017.
    Fur mom of a rescued miniature poodle called Luke Skywalker.


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    @chloe97 I am so sorry you are going through this. I was really hoping for a successful outcome. My heart goes out to you and your DH during this difficult time

    @yolandamunoz I am so sorry that you are going through this. Please know that you are in my thoughts.
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    Me (39) DH (40) 
    From my first marriage DD: 03/04 CP:01/06 DS:12/06 
    DH- no kids
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    TTC: since 2/15, RE Consult 9/15
    IUI #1 10/15: Letrozole = BFN 
    IUI #2 11/15: Letrozole + trigger = BFN
    1/08/16: Surprise- BFP!!  2/16/16: MMC @10w 2days,  D&C: 2/17/16
    TTCAL: May 2016
    IUI #3 5/27/16: Letrozole+trigger=BFN
    IUI #4 06/24/16: 7.5mg Letrozole+trigger= BFN
    IUI#5 08/24/16 Menopur+trigger = BFN
    IUI #6 09/19/16 5 mg Letrozole +Menopur + Trigger= BFN
    **10/2016: No more medicated cycles, TTCAL on our own**
    12/03/16: BFP!! EDD: 08/12/17 It's a girl!! 
    Eleni was born on 8/14/17!!
  • @chloe97    I'm so sorry!  I've been checking on you and hate to hear this update!  You are in my thoughts.
    TTC #1 since June 2015
    BFP #1 Nov 2015 ended in MC Dec 26 2015
    BFP #2 Feb 2016, EDD Nov 8 2016




  • @chloe97 oh no... I'm so sorry to hear it!  I had so much hope for you. Take care of yourself while you wait for definitive news. I know how hard that is.
    TTC#1 since Jan 2015
    BFP 2/19/15  •  MMC found at 9 wks  •  D&E at 11 wks (age 36)
    BFP 8/29/15
      •  CP (age 37)
    BFP 11/18/15  •  DD born at 41 weeks <3(age 37/38)

    TTC#2 since May 2017
    BFP 10/18/17  •  MMC found at 8 wks  •  Misoprostal at 10.5 wks (age 39)

    BFP 2/16/18
      •  CP (age 39)
    BFP 4/13/18
      •  CP (age 39)
    BFP 5/07/18  •  MMC found at 10.5 wks  •  D&E at 11.5 wks 
    •  Testing showed it was a girl with Trisomy 22. (age 39/40)
    9/5/18 Diagnosed with diminished ovarian reserve (4-5 follicles, one ovary had none and was very atrophied)

    RE says the low egg count is likely causing my recurrent pregnancy loss. Less eggs results in more aneuploidy.

    BFP 9/24/18  • 
    CP (age 40)
    BFP 5/11/19  •  Fraternal twins  •  MMC found at 10w5d (Baby A 6w, Baby B 10w)  •  Misoprostal at 11 weeks (age 41)













  • So sorry you're going through this. Thoughts and Prayers. 
  • chloe97chloe97 member
    edited May 2016
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    Thanks guys. Just an update- FISH results came back with the diagnosis of triploidy. I will be having a D&E next week. Thanks so much for your support along the way. This has been the most awful experience that I hope no one else ever has to go through. 
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    @chloe97 I am so, so sorry. My thoughts and prayers to you and your DH. @yolandamunoz I'm so sorry you are going through this again. Big hugs to you both.
    Me: 39 DH: 39
    CP 1/25/16 4.5 weeks, developed Graves' disease
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