SAU

[sailboat123]

I just took an ultrasound where they told me that it looks like I have a single artery umbilical cord (SAU).  I take another ultrasound in two weeks. I am extremely stressed out bc I have talked to a counselor and I cant stop thinking of the worst case scenario. Everyone thinks im over stressing it, but I cant stop thinking about it. Is there anyone that is willing to share their experience, I am desperately listening..

[Linzola1]

How far along are you and what all has the doctors said about it? Google and other search engins are scarry so I would def talk to your doctor! God Bless and I will keep you in my prayers!

[jenkaye21]

If you type in SUA in the "search medhelp" box at the top of the page, you can find a link to an old post from some ladies who went thru this, some with outcomes.  Hope that helps.

[sailboat123]

Thanks niki, thats good to hear. I am also expecting a boy which has a lower ratio then girls with SAU so its nice to hear that a boy came out okay with it. Thanks again

[niki_beth]

I don't have any experience with this either personally, but I was just reading an article about a women who had this with her first son the other day, and he was born perfectly healthy (I think it was in a parents magazine.. but I really cant remember). I know that there can be some complications including low birth weight related to SAU, but I don't think that this is always the case. It sounds like they are watching you really closely and you are in good hands. I will keep you in my prayers, and please keep us updated.

[sailboat123]

thank you:)

[Ready_4_Baby_2]

I don't have an experience to share but you are in my thoughts and prayers.