HCG only went up 3,000 in 2 days!

geminismom · February 2017

Hi Ladies, I went in for a repeat blood draw n results were Tue - Thurs 3,000 point increased only. I'm not sure of my ovulation day so I'm a maniac trying to figure out how far a long I actually am. LMP was 12/7. The Dr will b giving me another ultrasound next Wed n this wait is damn near gonna kill me. I guess I'm just curious if this preg is not progressing why any increase at all n if I should take that as some sort of comfort...? Wouldn't it decrease drastically in 2 days? I am still having symptoms, n no spotting or cramping at all. Thoughts anyone?

Cats*in*space · February 2017

@geminimom Did your Dr. not discuss it with you? I'm pretty sure there's a wide range of "normal" in regards to HCG increases. And also, at some point, HCG is supposed to level off.

HollyGolightly09 · February 2017

What were your numbers both times they checked?

mrs_tacos · February 2017

It would be helpful to know how far along you are, which your last period doesn't really tell us. Do you have longer or shorter cycles? Only a 3,000 increase would worry me at say 9 weeks, but earlier on, when betas are generally lower, I would worry less.

That being said, my beta numbers didn't double in number over 48 hours, but my doctor said as long as there is a continual rise, which there has been, he isn't worried. Apparently some women don't double steadily, or double in 72 hours instead of 48. If your doctor isn't worried, I would try not to as well.

lap018 · February 2017

I hope there's another HCG post every day for the rest of our pregnancies...... why even go to your doctor? We have all the answers clearly

geminismom · February 2017

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geminismom · February 2017

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awildrose · February 2017

I know nothing about HCG numbers, but rising sounds promising. I know you've been on edge for the last week waiting for these results. Praying the sonogram gives you final answers and peace. I'd be hopeful since it has sounded like your dates have been off and your levels did go up.

geminismom · February 2017

@HollyGolightly09 they were 38,000 tue then 47,000 Thurs. Apparently that's not what the Dr wanted 2 c. I can't get in to her until next week, so despite what some commenters feel, I can't c her 2 get anymore info than that I was just curious if anyone had experience with that small of an increase n still had a good outcome since this wait is going 2 b so stressful. I've buried 2 babies in 3 yrs n I'm freaking. Thanks for the judgement free question, at least I know some people use this MB for its purpose - support, n not 2 b a B**** 2 another mom in need.

geminismom · February 2017

@awildrose thank u for the kind words, always helpful!

lap018 · February 2017

@geminismom report me for what? This is a public forum and I am allowed to respond to any post I choose. Also if you would have searched this board at all before posting you would know there are at least a dozen if not more posts on HCG and how there are MANY different zones in the normal zone. Only YOUR doctor can tell you what you need to know. It doesn't matter what experience any of us have had similar to this because everyone's levels mean different things for them! As someone who has had a miscarriage please let me tell you that analyzing my HCG numbers wasn't what clued me in it was the cramping and the bleeding together. I understand you are upset and going crazy over this but worrying will change nothing. The motto for those of us who have lost is "today I am pregnant" and I think you should adopt it because it will help ease your mind. Also next time please use the search function, I'm sure it would've given you some peace of mind to check out betabase.com (which has been recommended in several other HCG threads) or to know that some people's HCG didn't go up as expected but they still had normal ultrasounds.

mrs_tacos · February 2017

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QFP.

Wow, that turned hostile quickly. Also, there was absolutely no need to call out @lap018 in your response to HollyGolightly. You've been way more rude in your responses than anything anyone else said, which is not the way to get continued help and support here. People have, overall, been very kind and helpful to you. I suggest you tone down the acid.

Becky012016 · February 2017

Why not just update on your original post from earlier this week? Hcg numbers do not need a new thread. This board is supportive and it's one of the best BMBs I've ever seen. Its the Internet- you're allowed to post and other users are allowed to post, too, even if you don't like what they have to say. You don't need to get all aggressive and cash me ousside how bow dat when another user comments on a public forum. She hasn't broken any TOU so reporting her comment would do nothing to benefit you.

HollyGolightly09 · February 2017

It's doubling about every 6 days... I believe around 8-10,000 (please realize I could very well be wrong here) it can take 4+ days to double. So, those numbers alone don't seem super alarming to me.

Again, I could be very wrong. I'm just using an online doubling calculator and knowledge I've gained from Google.

geminismom · February 2017

@HollyGolightly09 that's exactly what I read, so the fact that my Dr is alarmed is confusing to me n only adds 2 my stress. It'll b a long weekend for sure but I'm praying wed will give me some peace of mind n really just answers either way. I have a 9 yr old n a baby on ng tube feedings at hm, so that'll keep me occupied! Lol. Thanks again n have a great weekend!

mrs_tacos · February 2017

geminismom said:

@HollyGolightly09 that's exactly what I read, so the fact that my Dr is alarmed is confusing to me n only adds 2 my stress. It'll b a long weekend for sure but I'm praying wed will give me some peace of mind n really just answers either way. I have a 9 yr old n a baby on ng ube feedings at hm, so that'll keep me occupied! Lol. Thanks again n have a great weekend!

I thought you had a two year old with an ex, and didn't think you could ever get pregnant again after two losses in three years? Where did this baby come from?

geminismom · February 2017

@amandarene112 correct, she's 20 mos n still in 9 mos clothes cuz she was a micro preemie, so she's still my baby. Pls leave me alone. Thx much.

mrs_tacos · February 2017

My bad. She's adorable.

msashley2010-2 · February 2017

Fingers crossed for you and your little one. Hopefully there is nothing to be worried about and baby is healthy and strong.

I would like to advise against using profanity when talking about other TB members, even if you use stars to block out most of the words. I understand you're dealing with a stressful situation. But there's no need to lash out in a hostile manner to others.

Best of luck to you and your baby!

torileea · February 2017

Fingers crossed lady! All the uncertainty in the beginning is enough to drive someone mad! I'll be on pins and needles with you ❤

Cats*in*space · February 2017

Becky012016 said:

Why not just update on your original post from earlier this week? Hcg numbers do not need a new thread. This board is supportive and it's one of the best BMBs I've ever seen. Its the Internet- you're allowed to post and other users are allowed to post, too, even if you don't like what they have to say. You don't need to get all aggressive and cash me ousside how bow dat when another user comments on a public forum. She hasn't broken any TOU so reporting her comment would do nothing to benefit you.

@Becky012016 Ha! You're so relevant!

geminismom · February 2017

@Msashley2010 ur absolutely right, I let the snarky tone of the PP comments get to me during this already testy state I'm in. thank you for the well wishes!

geminismom · February 2017

@lap018 I've "lost" more than you would ever care to see. When you pick out a tiny casket for your son or an urn for your twin daughter while starting a 7 mo journey in the NICU for your surviving twin, then maybe I'll take your wisdoms. Your original comment was snarky and mean-spirited and this is my first go at a message board I don't know the functions well yet. I was stressing n threw a topic out there. Profanity was uncalled for, but you should reevaluate what you were projecting with your original comment. In the future I trust nothing I post will be of interest to you and we're done here. Thanks.

lap018 · February 2017

@geminismom I honestly can't imagine going through the things you've been through and I am really sorry you had to experience that. My original response was snarky, yes but mean spirited, no. I was not intending to be mean to you just poking fun at how people post their own stuff instead of trying to keep the board organized by posting in threads already pertaining to that topic and how we as internet strangers and most certainly NOT your OB can answer these kinds of questions for you. I understand you may be new and do not "know the functions well yet" however the functions are pretty clearly laid out in the "read this first thread". There no need for you to be all "we're done here" seriously, I think as adults we can move on and support each other going forward.

wyomama0427 · February 2017

Okay this is getting out of hand. A lot of members here understand being worried and scared and having a history of tough losses. I really am terribly sorry for the things you have been through. But Becky was right, you could have updated your earlier post. Usually new members here "lurk" and learn the rules before posting. Even in the read here first post it talks about using the search function. Repeat posts tend to clog up the board, I can't imagine if everyone posted a new thread for every single thing they wanted to talk about, also it may be easier to you because there are already some pretty similar questions and answers out there. @lap018 was just expressing the frustration of all the repeat posting lately. Let's all take a deep breath

geminismom · February 2017

@lap018 Thank u, I'm HORRIBLE at following directions n truthfully only skimmed the read this first post, or I would know the ins and outs of message boards better. Yes, support is the end game here. I had already put Update in the title, from my last update 1/31 so I thought it was redundant to add to that thread with a new update. Smh, would've been the best move but that's hind sight.
@daniellelynette <Breath Taken>

wyomama0427 · February 2017

That was the least snarky breathing gif I could find lol. I did it a couple times and I think I'll save it for any future panic attacks. The last time I had one of those was a few months ago but this might have been helpful then.

geminismom · February 2017

@daniellelynette "least snarky gif"

good one.

wyomama0427 · February 2017

I'm not sure why that was funny..? I searched deep breath gif and everything else was mean so I decided to stick with this one which I THOUGHT was pretty neutral... did I come off snarky..?

geminismom · February 2017

@daniellelynette not at all, I literally, took a deep breath, mission accomplished

Texafornian · February 2017

@geminismom I don't have advice regarding a 3000 increase. I know that hcg levels level out after some time rather than doubling like they do in the beginning so maybe that's of some comfort. I'm sorry that your doctor gave off the impression that the increase wasn't up to snuff and that you now have to wait for further information. Waiting sucks. Uncertainty sucks. Hopefully you can focus on what's going right with this pregnancy until your doc can get you more definitive answers next week. Best of luck!

With that said...I'm so sorry for you previous losses and for the stress you clearly feel now, but while @lap018 might've been slightly snarky in her first comment, it was lighthearted. She did offer some sage advice and you kind of retorted pretty nastily multiple times. You being stressed and posting is totally understandable but maybe next time try searching first to see if another thread has already addressed your question and keep the nasty/defensive tone at bay. You telling people to leave you alone or that you're done with them wasn't really warranted.

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