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re: How was your RE Appt. Andrea?
Lee
81 posts
Jun 03, 2010
5:38 AM
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I hope it went well for you yesterday and it was informative. I had my 2nd ultrasound scan yesterday too. It was at my 9 weeks scan last pregnancy that I found out my baby's heart beat stopped so I was very nervous about this one.
It is alive. I am so used to bad news I cried for the first time hearing a good news. It was surreal. The ultrasound was done at the room where I found out I lost my babies both times. I thought about changing the doctor but he is a good doctor and what happened had nothing to do with him, just wasn't meant to be. Plus, I am determined to have a happy ending.
I feel kindred spirit with you, not just what happened to us but with our age and our quest and all. I am sure you will have wonderful news in near future.
Thinking of you.
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Shandrea
217 posts
Jun 03, 2010
10:02 AM
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Sending you hugs andrea.
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Andrea
194 posts
Jun 03, 2010
4:48 PM
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Lee,
Thank you for asking about me. My appointment went well and I like the RE who I am seeing. He was informative, but refused to get ahead of himself. There was not talk of treatment options, as he wants to collect my blood work, do a saline HSG of the uterine cavity and then another detailed ultrasound. All of these test will be done over time when the window of opportunity is best. Tomorrow, I will go in for blood work. Dr. K seemed blown away that my appointment coincided with CD 1, as I guess that rarely happens.
My husbands SA was normal, so now we see what is happening with me. I dealt with RPOC following my D&C for almost 4 months, thus Dr. K wants the saline HSG. More tests, more time, more money....it gets hard, but we push on.
Thank you for being so thoughtful. I'm ever grateful that your scan went so well today. I can relate the anxiety of a room where scans were not promising, but I am JOYFUL that today brought you happiness. I pray that happiness follows you for the next 31 weeks, as you deserve every ounce of it.
I feel a kindred spirit to you as well...keep me posted on you :) Visit my blog sometime persuitofourfairytale.blogspot.com
Much Love,
Andrea
ps thanks for the vote of confidence :)
Sweetest Shandrea,
Little one...I love you so much and like you posted on your blog, those are not just words, but words that I mean with sincerity. I pray for you always and trust that God has this growing little bean in his constant care. So happy that you are feeling okay...keep those tootsies up, my orders :)
Mwah!
me
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Lee
83 posts
Jun 03, 2010
8:56 PM
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Hi Andrea,
I can certainly understand about going through all the tests and yes, the costs... I myself did the Saline HSG, wasn't too out of the ordinary, much less uncomfortable than the one I did last year with the dye. And yes, some of the tests coincides with the our cycles and what not so it's very time consuming. It's good that your husband's SA came back normal, and so did my husbands. Your RE sounds very well grounded.
Last year, I had a baby blog following my 2nd pregnancy and after my baby died, I kind of stayed away from it all. I am thinking about getting into it again once I pass the 12th weeks mark and I would love to follow yours at the time. I checked yours out in the past and you are a beautiful woman. Since my family is all overseas, it would be nice way to share the news...
I remember getting so much blood drawn when I was going to my RE so make sure you eat plenty of iron rich food. You never know, for me, I got so fed up with all the testing when everything came back normal and my RE suggested they try something very new and actually do MRI and I canceled it day before it was scheduled and give myself a break. I tried after that and got pregnant after 2nd months of trying.
You never know, when it's right time, your body just might do it, or you will do it with the help of medicine, but no matter what, I am sure we will all be overjoyed hearing about your good news in future.
Keep soldiering on, and thank you for always being so caring and kind.
xoxo
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papillon
169 posts
Jun 09, 2010
5:54 AM
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My dear Andrea,
i pray you are well.I know its hard to go tru all the testing ,it took me almost 8 months ,test after test before i could try again,and i found it hard,so i am sending u lot of positivity ,hang in there my dear!!!I cant help thinking it will happen for u soon,i pray you have good news and an answer to ur questions,i pray God puts tranquility in ur heart,i pray He blesses u soon...
Thinking of u,plz keep me updated on ur progress,i want to be there for u ,always!
lots of love.
xxxx
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Lily
77 posts
Jun 09, 2010
8:03 PM
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Dear Andrea I hope all your tests go well and you get to the bottom of it..
I know how invasive these tests can be but all seem worth it when we get our reward at the end
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nae2284
44 posts
Jun 09, 2010
8:19 PM
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Hey Andrea,
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nae2284
45 posts
Jun 09, 2010
8:20 PM
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hey Andrea I hope you apt went well i also had mine and now im waiting on my results they said it takes a month for them to come back
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Andrea
199 posts
Jun 10, 2010
2:39 PM
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Hello Sweet Friends,
Thank you all for your love and concern. Last week I returned to the clinic for some routine blood testing and gave 10 vials worth of blood and today I completed the Sonohysterogram (saline infused ultrasound). If anyone has to have the SHG, DO NOT be AFRAID. The procedure took 10 minutes from start to finish and was painless and I was not even uncomfortable. I had 2 nurses that were amazing and were complete angels!
The test began with the insertion of a speculum, then the cervix was wiped with betadine solution, the catheter (very thin) was inserted and I felt a little pinch. Then, the vaginal probe was inserted and the tech took 4 D photos of the uterus and ovaries. That was it! And, I got myself all worked up for nothing.
Why am I sharing these details? I just want everyone to know that if and when you do this test, its painless and don't be afraid.
Malika, thank you for saying you will be here for me...you are precious to me :) I appreciate your friendship and all the sweet messages you send to me. I'm praying you are well, as is your growing little bean. Keep me posted on your progress sweet friend. Many hugs to you!
Nae, Shandrea and Lee, thank you for your concern and for holding me up through my trials. I appreciate you all more than you know and send love and well wishes to each of you.
xoxo
me
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momof3
313 posts
Jun 22, 2010
6:07 AM
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I feel so badly I haven't been on here lately, Andrea! You are in my thoughts and prayers on a daily basis, and I can't wait to hear good news from you!
Bethany
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Andrea
209 posts
Jun 23, 2010
3:18 PM
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Bethany,
Don't you feel bad for two seconds! You are a complete sweetheart and source of continual encouragement to me. I appreciate your support more than you know. When I look back I remember coming to this site and knowing no one. I recall reading your posts and sharing in your disappointments and frusteration...and then sharing in your JOY. I'm reminded of your struggle, but find hope in the out come of your story :)
More than anything, Thank You for your friendship and for continuing to walk this journey with me.
How are you? How is the little one doing? I know that she must be bringing you so much joy! So happy for you and thanks for the well wishes :)
xoxo
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momof3
314 posts
Jun 24, 2010
10:23 AM
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Andrea,
You've been such an encouragement to me as well! I am doing well. My angel girl is growing like a weed- she's already almost 11 pounds! She brings me more joy than most will ever know.
Keep me updated- if you want, shoot me an email- cakesbybethany@yahoo.com and I'll be happy to email you a picture of Aleah.
Bethany
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