@Texafornian Just getting caught up on this thread. I don't have any experience or insight into a less than awesome NT scan, but it sounds like your blood work somewhat confirmed. Thinking of you, sending you a virtual hug. This is tough stuff, but keep in mind, these tests are not conclusive. I hope whatever more your next OB makes gives you some answers and peace.
@daniellelynette did the friends have poor NT scans as well or just genetics? Im in limbo as I can't get the F'ING high risk office to answer a call. I think the window for a cvs is 10-13w and if im measuring a few days ahead, I basically have a few days to get my ass in there for testing or I kiss the window. That'd mean four more weeks til I can get an amnio plus another two for results... dying.
Praying for you @Texafornian and sending you so many positive thoughts and hugs! I'm sorry you didn't get the news you were hoping for, praying for you for clarity and peace over the next weeks!
@Texafornian as far as I know just genetics, I don't think I ever heard about any NT scans
I am so sorry you are still in limbo. I wish they'd answer your freakin call! Ugh. More hugs your way. Praying this is the last of the not so stellar news and it's much better from here on out.
@daniellelynette did the friends have poor NT scans as well or just genetics? Im in limbo as I can't get the F'ING high risk office to answer a call. I think the window for a cvs is 10-13w and if im measuring a few days ahead, I basically have a few days to get my ass in there for testing or I kiss the window. That'd mean four more weeks til I can get an amnio plus another two for results... dying.
That's ridiculous. Those people need to answer the damn phone. Maybe they go to lunch at 11?
@daniellelynette did the friends have poor NT scans as well or just genetics? Im in limbo as I can't get the F'ING high risk office to answer a call. I think the window for a cvs is 10-13w and if im measuring a few days ahead, I basically have a few days to get my ass in there for testing or I kiss the window. That'd mean four more weeks til I can get an amnio plus another two for results... dying.
That's ridiculous. Those people need to answer the damn phone. Maybe they go to lunch at 11?
I think they should eat their lunch next to their phones!
@Texafornian I can totally understand the sense of urgency trying to get a CVS in before you're too far along. Come on office! Play nice! Hopefully they're just at lunch and will call you first thing when they get back. Did you leave a message with a nurse, or speak to the secretaries at the front desk for appts? Either way, I might be taking a visit up there tomorrow if no calls today. All the hugs.
Me: 27 years old DH: 27 years old Type 1 Diabetes since 2001, MTHFR hetero A1298T Dogs: Raider 4 yrs, Dex 4 yrs
Married in July 2014
TTC #1 since late Feb 2016
BFP #1 3/29/16 MMC: 5/5/16 BFP #2 7/6/16 SCH, D&C 8/4/16 BFP #3 12/26/16 EDD: 9/6/17 My Chart / My Diabetes/Pregnancy Blog My Type 1/TTC/Pregnancy Podcast: Juicebox Podcast Episode 118 A1Cs: 1/12/16 6.7% 5/25/16 6.0% 11/2/16 6.1% 3/22/16 5.8% 4/27/17 5.4% 6/13/17 5.3% "Sugar Fancy Tutu"
Thanks ladies. Finally got through and I'm still annoyed. My OB sent an order for a level 2 ultrasound from one of two doctors. Apparently those two only do amnios and there's only one doc in the office who does cvs. The top rec couldn't get me in til next Tuesday but #2 on the list can see me tomorrow morning. Sooooo I have an appt at 8:50 downtown at the high risk doc for the US and if after seeing that/speaking with doc we want to do cvs, my OB will need to send a revised order for THAT doc and they'll need to squeeze me in in the next three days!!! otherwise...I have the four week wait plus 7-10 days for results which will put me at 18w. I'm devastated to have to possibly make gut wrenching decisions that late...it so sooooo sucks.
Trying to stay positive but with two shit tests my hope is a tad lackluster.
@Texafornian we are here standing with you. You are not alone in this. We will still be hopeful for a good outcome. If you need to vent, rant or cry. We are here. Praying for you and your family.
@Texafornian i meant to reply to your post earlier..only now after my US this afternoon can i relate. My NT measurements were thick.. 5.2 . Doctors told me i have a 50-50 chance of having a baby with downs or heart defect.. crushed. I have to wait a week for the maternit21 results. I just want to say you are not alone and i am praying for you and LO.
@atthemoment please keep us updated on your results. Though we didn't do any testing with DS he was born with a heart defect. And is now a bouncing jumping racing 7 year old. Please feel free to inbox me if you need to chat. As always and in everything. All of us are praying for great results when you get them!
@atthemoment ugh I'm so sorry...I don't wish it on anyone. I hope your genetics comes back with fabulous news so you can enjoy your pregnancy...please feel free to PM me if you need to chat. Xo
@atthemoment and @Texafornian while I can't offer any advice to either of you, I want to echo everyone else and say how sorry I am you are both in this situation/time of uncertainty. Praying for you both
@Texafornian and @atthemoment prayers for strength for both of you! That you can handle what comes your way. And prayers for the beautiful babies inside. Hoping there's only good news ahead.
Thanks everyone. I cried all i could cry and now im at peace with this.. which feels strange to say since im normally an amxious person. We will love baby either way and i hope results come back normal but ive mentally prepared myself for them to not be and im ok with that. I know its all in gods hands at this point.
Big hugs for you both @Texafornian and @atthemoment . I cannot even imagine what you are going through right now. I just said a prayer for you both for comfort and clarity.
My NT measurement increased from 5mm to 7mm in exactly one week. Not looking good but doctor said there's a sliver of. Hence it could all resolve itself but he's pretty confident the cvs will show t21. We didn't see a nasal bone and there's still Hydrops (swelling of the skin). He's pulling me off progesterone and said that because of the large progression from last week coupled with the fact that I'm having Braxton Hicks...that there's a strong possibility that the heart might stop before I get to testing. I'm heartbroken but this appointment has given me some peace. Now just need to get through my Thursday one...
Re: Less than stellar NT scan...?
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Me 34 DH 34
PCOS
Baby number 2 due 4/11/20
Im in limbo as I can't get the F'ING high risk office to answer a call. I think the window for a cvs is 10-13w and if im measuring a few days ahead, I basically have a few days to get my ass in there for testing or I kiss the window. That'd mean four more weeks til I can get an amnio plus another two for results...
dying.
**TW**
Losses:
#1: 8wks MMC 4/16
#2: 13+4 T21 + Hydrops 3/17
I am so sorry you are still in limbo. I wish they'd answer your freakin call! Ugh. More hugs your way. Praying this is the last of the not so stellar news and it's much better from here on out.
Type 1 Diabetes since 2001, MTHFR hetero A1298T
Dogs: Raider 4 yrs, Dex 4 yrs
BFP #2 7/6/16 SCH, D&C 8/4/16
BFP #3 12/26/16 EDD: 9/6/17
My Chart / My Diabetes/Pregnancy Blog
My Type 1/TTC/Pregnancy Podcast:
Juicebox Podcast Episode 118
A1Cs:
1/12/16 6.7%
5/25/16 6.0%
11/2/16 6.1%
3/22/16 5.8%
4/27/17 5.4%
6/13/17 5.3%
"Sugar Fancy Tutu"
My OB sent an order for a level 2 ultrasound from one of two doctors. Apparently those two only do amnios and there's only one doc in the office who does cvs. The top rec couldn't get me in til next Tuesday but #2 on the list can see me tomorrow morning. Sooooo I have an appt at 8:50 downtown at the high risk doc for the US and if after seeing that/speaking with doc we want to do cvs, my OB will need to send a revised order for THAT doc and they'll need to squeeze me in in the next three days!!!
otherwise...I have the four week wait plus 7-10 days for results which will put me at 18w. I'm devastated to have to possibly make gut wrenching decisions that late...it so sooooo sucks.
Trying to stay positive but with two shit tests my hope is a tad lackluster.
**TW**
Losses:
#1: 8wks MMC 4/16
#2: 13+4 T21 + Hydrops 3/17
Blessed
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Me 34 DH 34
PCOS
Baby number 2 due 4/11/20
Edited because my phone added words.
**TW**
Losses:
#1: 8wks MMC 4/16
#2: 13+4 T21 + Hydrops 3/17
you all are making me so nervous to have my NT scan...
Blessed
We didn't see a nasal bone and there's still Hydrops (swelling of the skin). He's pulling me off progesterone and said that because of the large progression from last week coupled with the fact that I'm having Braxton Hicks...that there's a strong possibility that the heart might stop before I get to testing.
I'm heartbroken but this appointment has given me some peace. Now just need to get through my Thursday one...
prayers for a miracle please.
**TW**
Losses:
#1: 8wks MMC 4/16
#2: 13+4 T21 + Hydrops 3/17