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4855837 tn?1363705551

Single? Double? Or Higher?

I had two 5day embryos transferred on 1/27. My first beta HCG level on 2/6 was 430. The next level on 2/8 was 1193. My HCG level yesterday (2/11) was 7774. Even though I know I should stay away from so much research (because it can be depressing and/or scary sometimes), I can't help but go to the web when I have new developments. I know such a high number doesn't necessarily mean multiples but research shows that there is a good possibility. I go for a vaginal ultrasound in the morning and I am praying they can give me some insight. Anybody been in this predicament before?
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2082492 tn?1366727308
congrats on the wonderful news!!!! yay for twins!
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961574 tn?1520648103
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mhv
What wonderful news :). Let the fun begin!!!  I am so excited for you!!  It is quite a journey :)
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4855837 tn?1363705551
I went to  the doctor this morning and heard the heartbeats. It is confirmed, there are two heardbeats. Yaaayyyy!!!!  And they are strong heartbeats. I was told I was right at six weeks. We are estatic. The only downside was my husband had to cover for one of his employees being off work and couldn't make it. BUT... I captured it on video so I know he will be all snotty nosed and teary eyed when he sees it tonight. LOL
And good luck to you on Friday miky1537.
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4897937 tn?1362685548
How did things turn out?
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4897937 tn?1362685548
Oooh my, I said the same thing. My hcg levels are so high and I think my one egg may have split. I'll find out on Friday when I have my first ultrasound.
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4897937 tn?1362685548
I get nauseous a little that's all besides being really tired and hungry. Great luck to you!
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961574 tn?1520648103
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mhv
Well update us after, ok ?? :)
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4855837 tn?1363705551
Hi Emilia105. Yes this is my first IVF. I am heartbroken to hear about your drop in the Beta HCG. I am speechless but I pray the nurse is wrong this time.
@mhv: Thanks so much!!! Seems like it is taking forever for Wednesday to roll around. :)
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961574 tn?1520648103
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mhv
It is the most awesome thing to see and hear those 2 precious hearbeats :). I am beyond excited for you :). Wednesday will be here before you know it!!!!  
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4850031 tn?1361058918
Sorry for the multiple posts.... It's my iPhone and bad service
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4850031 tn?1361058918
Congrats!!! Best of luck!! Keep us posted on those heart beats!
Was this your first IVF?
I had my first IVF, egg transfer of 2 embryos (5day old) on 1/29, all looked god and even saw the little sac this morning, but then the call with my blood work result came and burst my bobble. Beta HCG went down from 257 (on Monday) to 148 today. I will experience miscarriage in the next few days, so the nurse says.
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4850031 tn?1361058918
Congrats!!! Best of luck!! Keep us posted on those heart beats!
Was this your first IVF?
I had my first IVF, egg transfer of 2 embryos (5day old) on 1/29, all looked god and even saw the little sac this morning, but then the call with my blood work result came and burst my bobble. Beta HCG went down from 257 (on Monday) to 148 today. I will experience miscarriage in the next few days, so the nurse says.
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4850031 tn?1361058918
Congrats!!! Best of luck!! Keep us posted on those heart beats!
Was this your first IVF?
I had my first IVF, egg transfer of 2 embryos (5day old) on 1/29, all looked god and even saw the little sac this morning, but then the call with my blood work result came and burst my bobble. Beta HCG went down from 257 (on Monday) to 148 today. I will experience miscarriage in the next few days, so the nurse says.
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4850031 tn?1361058918
Congrats!!! Best of luck!! Keep us posted on those heart beats!
Was this your first IVF?
I had my first IVF, egg transfer of 2 embryos (5day old) on 1/29, all looked god and even saw the little sac this morning, but then the call with my blood work result came and burst my bobble. Beta HCG went down from 257 (on Monday) to 148 today. I will experience miscarriage in the next few days, so the nurse says.
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4850031 tn?1361058918
That is such a great news!! Congrats and Neal of luck ... Keep us posted on those heart beats!!!
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4855837 tn?1363705551
Thanks! I go back Wednesday.
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961574 tn?1520648103
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mhv
Twins!!!  Congrats :). How exciting!  What day do you go back?  They are a lot of work, but sooo worth it!!!  
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4855837 tn?1363705551
That was suppoesd to have been good "luck"! And I "couldn't" wait. Typos everywhere.... sorry.
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4855837 tn?1363705551
Good news!!!! According to the ultrasound tech, there are two sacs. I go back next week to listen to the heart beats. I prayed at the beginning of the process and told God that I would accept however many he blessed us with. But if I hear four heart beats, excluding my own, I am going to pass out right there on the table. LOL
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4855837 tn?1363705551
That was pretty much the case for me too msdierxs. No real symptoms other than mild cramping. But I could wait on the blood test. I cheated. LOL Good look!!!!!!!
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961574 tn?1520648103
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mhv
Good luck!! :). Let us know how it turns out!! :). I had NO symptoms until week 10 of my pregnancy...just FYI :)
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I have my first pregnancy blood test a week tomorrow, as with everyone else the wait will drive us nuts!  I keep waiting for a sign lol...morning sickness, something.  I have been having the cramping, especially today so I'm looking at that as a good sign :)  Had my transfer on the 10th - 1 perfect at day 5 the second wasn't going to be ready until the day after transfer but we're praying for the catch up.  We have our mind set on twins ;)
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4897937 tn?1362685548
hcg measurements come in 2 different forms qualitative and quantitative. The quantitative level is important for the first couple of blood test. Ask your doctor for the numbers of both, if both are being tested.
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how do you get your HCG numbers?
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