They did test it. It was 12. THe Dr. said that was normal. He said it was 12, but that is normal for very early pregnancy (not so sure I agree, but whatever). I am wondering what other tests I need to ask for. I guess there is some chromosomal deficiency test they can do and will do, but I am wondering if there is others.
Question about multiple miscarriages
September 22, 2008
Dr. I had another early m/c. It was our 2nd in just 2 months. Obviously we are absolutely devestated.
I go back to the Dr. on Oct 10th. They said they are going to start doing tests to try to figure out why this keeps happening. They said they will start with a blood test for both myself and DH.
Can you tell me what kinds of tests we could expect or request??? I would appreciate it very much.
I go back to the Dr. on Oct 10th. They said they are going to start doing tests to try to figure out why this keeps happening. They said they will start with a blood test for both myself and DH.
Can you tell me what kinds of tests we could expect or request??? I would appreciate it very much.
we just went thru 2 m/c in a row ourselves and the tests that we had done was a chromosomal test, blood clotting disorder test, diabetes, FSH, anemia and a few others.
The doc says that it is very common to have them but when you have 2 in a row they tend to look at it a bit more closely.
What is your age and your FSH level hun?
The doc says that it is very common to have them but when you have 2 in a row they tend to look at it a bit more closely.
What is your age and your FSH level hun?
its a number that they test for on day 3 of your cycle - im pretty sure it has to do with how many follies you have waiting and then how you wil respond to any meds that you would take.
Have you taken meds holly?
I just read a post that you said your number went up, more than doubled..... did you lose the baby or no?
Have you taken meds holly?
I just read a post that you said your number went up, more than doubled..... did you lose the baby or no?
Holly-I just had my 1st miscarriage in June. I had the whole workup done. They found nothing. They feel that it is safe for me to try again. Some of the test include but not limited to:
STD Testing
Testing for Infection
Serum Progesterone Blood Test
FHS, LH And Estradiol Blood Tests
Prolactin and Androgen Blood Tests
Genetic Karyotyping
Tests for Blood-Clotting Disorders
Tests for Antibody Problems
Tests for Baby Killing Cells
Endometrial Biopsy
Hysterosalpinogram (HSG)
Saline Infused or Saline HSG
Hysteroscopy
Laparoscopy
The last (5) tests are more evasive. In addition to blood test, you RE may want to take a sample of you endomerial lining and/or examine the inside of your uterine cavity and fallopian tubes.
STD Testing
Testing for Infection
Serum Progesterone Blood Test
FHS, LH And Estradiol Blood Tests
Prolactin and Androgen Blood Tests
Genetic Karyotyping
Tests for Blood-Clotting Disorders
Tests for Antibody Problems
Tests for Baby Killing Cells
Endometrial Biopsy
Hysterosalpinogram (HSG)
Saline Infused or Saline HSG
Hysteroscopy
Laparoscopy
The last (5) tests are more evasive. In addition to blood test, you RE may want to take a sample of you endomerial lining and/or examine the inside of your uterine cavity and fallopian tubes.
Holly-after I read your post I got into some of my old books."Betas are funny things. You really need to be Zen about them because they can do just about anything (including drive you over the edge). My friend Sarah's initial beta came back 12. Her betas were repeated every forty-eight hours for almost three weeks and were still low and barely doubling between tests. Even after Sarah saw a heartbeat on her ultrasound (normally the all-clear sign) her RE told her not to get her hopes up; her beta was still so low that he couldn't imagine this was a viable pregnancy. Sarah was a wreck for weeks. Her daughter was born nine months laster. Statistically, Sarah's pregnancy shouldn't have carried to term, but it did. All the stress she endured worrying about betas spoiled the joy of her pregnancy." (The Infertility Survival Handbook).
What is FSH? (Follicle Stimulating Hormone)
FSH is just one of a number of hormones that is secreted by your brain. Inside your brain, located just at the base of your neck, there is a tiny region called the pituitary gland. This gland is responsible for releasing a variety of different hormones, including FSH. FSH hormone is used to help encourage the growth of eggs in women and sperm in men. Without FSH, neither males nor females would be able to procreate.
FSH is just one of a number of hormones that is secreted by your brain. Inside your brain, located just at the base of your neck, there is a tiny region called the pituitary gland. This gland is responsible for releasing a variety of different hormones, including FSH. FSH hormone is used to help encourage the growth of eggs in women and sperm in men. Without FSH, neither males nor females would be able to procreate.
My husband and I went through this twice this year. We have a son, so we didnt know why this was happening. We started at the genetic counsler and we both came out ok there. Then we started going to an RE, She did alot of blood work and some swabs. It ended up being me with a genetic mutation called MTHFR. I dont metabolize folic acid. This was the best thing we could have done b/c we found out after only going to her for two months and going on Folgard that we are now pregnant with a healthy pregnancy. I wish you all the best and you are in my prayers. I have been there!
If you you've had 2 or more miscarriages they should think about testing for the following
1. Auto Immune Disorders, i.e. Lupus
2. Clotting Disorders (Factor V Leiden Mutation, MTHFR, Anticardiolipin Antibody, Lupus Anticoagulant, Protien C&S Activity, DRvTT, Antiphospholipid Antibody Syndrome.
3. Hysteroscopy to check for uterine defects (often not seen of regular ultrasound)]
1. Auto Immune Disorders, i.e. Lupus
2. Clotting Disorders (Factor V Leiden Mutation, MTHFR, Anticardiolipin Antibody, Lupus Anticoagulant, Protien C&S Activity, DRvTT, Antiphospholipid Antibody Syndrome.
3. Hysteroscopy to check for uterine defects (often not seen of regular ultrasound)]
September 22, 2008