I had my ultrasound yesterday. I've been given the news that everything is fine, which is a relief because I was really anxious to get the news for some reason.
The ultrasound was done at the hospital by a technician, and they have a hospital policy that neither the technician nor the radiologist can share any information with you. The reason why I was concerned is because the baby wasn't cooperating enough for the technician to view and obtain all the measurements they wanted to get. Also, I didn't have a full enough bladder for the technician to get the data on where my placenta and cervix meet. My guess is that I have a low-lying placenta (which was the case with Kalli) that more than likely will resolve itself. I'm praying I don't have placenta previa. That sounds super scary.
So, we left the hospital with a more or less incomplete ultrasound and have to return to have a follow-up done. I hope the baby cooperates next time. I just need to look at this as a blessing that I will be able to get another sneak peek before the baby is born. It was just a little disappointing to leave the appointment yesterday without any information and to know that they didn't get everything they needed. My mind has a way of worrying unnecessarily (which is only enhanced when I am pregnant due to the extra hormones) and I was convinced something was wrong.
I waited a couple of hours, then called my doctors office to see if they received the report. I was informed that my doctor was out of town until next week. Next week!?!* I couldn't wait to hear the report results, especially when I had a sinking feeling (unfounded, of course). So, I found out that the other doctor in town was on call for my doctor's patients, and I called his office and asked if he'd be willing to read the report and give me the results.
After waiting seven hours (which seemed like eternity), the doctor called and said all looks fine. The measurement for amniotic fluid was low, but he said not to worry about it because the measurement shouldn't really be taken at this point in the pregnancy anyway, but still recommends a follow-up. Could be that I didn't drink enough fluids, could be error with the technician, or could be problems with the baby's kidneys or bladder. (*Note: this is all based on information I read on Google. Not scientific in the least. I don't know why, but I seem to like to torture myself by looking for information online---self-diagnosis, etc. It drives Austin crazy because it makes me worry. I know I need to stop doing it. It is a bad habit. I guess it's part of me that craves the knowledge, but it isn't good for someone who tends to be worry-wart anyway.)
I'll keep you posted.
5 comments:
I was waiting to hear about your ultrasound and how it went. thought I'd be waiting till tonight. well it is night but I'm glad so far so good. You are funny the things you and your mind think up to worry about... I don't consider you a worrying type of person Julie ha ha so you make me laugh!! anyways see you tonight with more details!!
I hate that nagging worried feeling! I'm sure you'll find out everything is fine in your follow up appointment, but next to a mother's intuition, a mother's worrying abilities are our strongest traits!
Oh...the worrying. How come we can't learn to stop doing that !! Good luck, it'll be just fine.
I'm glad I'm not the only one who has issue with worrying! The thing is it will be funny to look back (after everything turns out perfectly fine) and think about how worried you were. In my experience with ultrasounds (and believe me I've had about a million due to my twins) they tend to not be super accurate anyway. I think as long as they show a beating heart they've served their purpose.
I agree with Amber. Let the doctors worry about measurements and, take it from me, put your mind at ease that Heavenly Father's plan for you and your baby will unfold regardless of Google or an ultrasound. Although nagging feelings are super nagging - I hope they go away! We send our love and congratulations!
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