Yes first Pregnancy and first MC and doc. didn't really tell me anything. He just did an ultrasound and said that he couldn't see the sack and my HCG levels were dropping so he just told me to go home and rest and when I was feeling better I could go back to work. And if the pain got worse he could prescribe me something for it.
I first would like to say I am sorry about your loss..
I just wanted to ask you--when you m/c in Oct did you go natural or did you have a D&C where the tissue could be tested?
Thank you girls for your encouragement. I also think the PA's recommedation is extreme esp for a first time miscarriage. That is why I am waiting to hear back from the doctor. Honestly, I feel very uncomfortable with getting test results and medical recommendations from a PA. I think this type of information should come from a doctor.
For some reason the site isn't letting me post my own comment it doesn't give me a spot to put a title and then tell's me it won't post unless I put one. But anyway I am curious about the chromosomal thing, I was told by my DFIL that I should make sure my DH and my blood matched and maybe this is why we MC in Oct. but I thought he was crazy and that wasn't an issue anymore with technology. But maybe I should check into it more.
^^I agree. A very large percentage of early m/c are due to chromosomal abnormalities. I had a blighted ovum and m/c at 6 wks, but that was likely due to chromosomal abnormalities. I'm sorry, but I think this PA is worrying you unnecessarily. Did the OB authorize him or her to give you that info? My OB said they only do that type of testing if you have recurrent m/c. I'm sorry you are dealing with this. ((Hugs)).
I had natural MC the doctor said there was no need unless I had more difficulties. I had a very painful MC baby was 7.5 weeks.
Was this your first miscarriage? If so, generally, your chances for a successful pregnancy are still very good.
What advice did your doctor give you?
First of all, I want to extend my sympathy on the loss of your son.
After my first mc (chromosonal abnormalities) they told me to try again. In my province they do not do any advanced testing until you have had three losses.
Take heart, you know you can bear a healthy child.