Hi ladies.
So I'm a type 1 diabetic for about 14 years now, and water retention is common with me and I understand preeclampsia is common in diabetics as well.
Anyway I would appreciate some help from some mommies who maybe dealt with swelling and preeclampsia.
In a day and a half I have gained 11 pounds of water which ISN'T normal. I also have a tough time breathing (I walk a flight of stairs and can't catch my breath) and I practically cry trying to move my legs.
I called in and seen my doctor today and he waa super worried and sent me in to L&D for blood work and urine to test for preeclampsia. Guess it all came out perfectly fine and also told my my bp was fine, meanwhile it was in the high 130s and 140s at home as well as twice 140/90 when the obgyn checked me out. and I'm in no way relieved. There has to be a reason why this is happening. I'm just trying to get answers.
Did anyone deal with something similar or know what tests I can request. I suspect I may have fluid in my lungs due to do much swelling, and I have all the typical preeclampsia symptoms like dull headaches, nausea, terrible lower back pain. Sorry this is so long. I'm 34w2d and just going nuts.
Thanks!!
Re: Symptoms of Preeclampsia but results fine?? Opinions appreciated!
Has it it been hot? Are your stressed? On your feet a lot? That can cause sudden swelling as well. Consider taking a sick day and put yourself on modified bed rest. Sometimes just a day of elevated feet, lots of water, and rest can make a difference.
Hope you you feel better soon!
My doctor also requested a Ct scan done with the dye, and I know the risks and at this point the benefits outweighed them. I know 3rd trimester is also safest time to.do these tests. Had a CT done. No clots in lungs, but some fluid retention. Although the ER doctor told me it's not enough to cause my shortness of breath. (I run out of breath just trying to switch positions in bed haha)
Get to see my doctor again Thursday. It's just ridiculous how all blood and urine comes out fine, but I keep getting all these symptoms. This child is already stressing me out lol