Pregnancy after Endometrial Ablation

[tracysue10]

I am looking for more info on pregnancy after an endometrial ablation.  I had an ablation in May 2002.  January 2003 I was not feeling well and went to the family doctor.  She thought it may be an ectopic pregnancy since I was told I was sterile.  I had an ultrasound to discover it was an interuterine pregnancy and I was about 9 weeks.  I am now 17 weeks and for the past month trying to decide to terminate or continue.  I am having a very hard time finding any info on any one with this happening to them and the risks to me or my unborn child.  I have seen several doctors and none of them have ever heard of this happening and 2 have suggested termination.  I have an appointment with a high risk specialist on Thursday (02/27/03).  Please tell me where I can find more info or who to contact.  Thanks.

[Mamaleddie]

How'd your appointment go? I feel very lucky, my doc never 'advised' me one way or another, just asked me what my plans were after talking to me about the risks..best of luck!

[MaybeMom1228]

I'm about 7 weeks, had EA in 2010 almost exactly 3 years ago. At the time I was married to a man that was done having kids and had a vasectomy. Recently divorced, I really really really didn't think I could get pregnant. Despite being single I would be overjoyed to have another child. I have always wanted more. I go to my first appointment tomorrow. I have no idea if they will fuss at me, tell me to terminate or what. I should be stressed out but I just have a sense of calm about it so far.

[MightyMe2010]

Hello. Just thought I'd post an update. I am now 20 weeks w/ my second post EA baby. I had my scans done, and everything looks normal. They can still see where there was something done, but it is nothing to worry about. They think this baby is a girl. I get a scan at every appt, so I'm going to ask that they peek again, lol.  The only big issues I've had w/ this pregnancy are the sciatica and the nerve damage from last pregnancy cause a bit of pain. This will be my last baby. I'm still very nervous, and am always super cautious about how much I do. Even though things have gone okay so far, doesn't mean they can't take a sudden turn. Hope all is well with everyone  :)  

[Mamaleddie]

Hi, I'm leddie, 39 and currently 24 weeks four days pregnant with a sweet baby girl. This is my 7th pregnancy and will be my 7th child. They range from 18 to 1, and I adore my big family. I DID think I was done, and my horrible periods coupled with PCOS led me to the EA. My doctor NEVER mentioned any secondary bc at all, and told me I would not conceive again after having this procedure. When I first discovered my pregnancy, I was terrified. I'm over 35, high blood pressure and had an EA. But, so far, so good! Had the MaterniT21 test, and the baby is chromosomally normal, and I haven't had not even one complication. I was seeing the high risk OB, because my regular OB has never treated anyone with my situation before. I wanted to consult with a doc that has. After working with them for three months, the refererred me back to my regular OB. Yay!  The internet reading is so negative, and I need hope and some happy stories to balance out the horror stories I've read. I want to be prepared for anything, but I'd like to have a smile on my face while still being educated about the risk!

[smweli]

Thank you for your reply! I figure I won't try ablation for many years, and as a last option, so I will keep trying to find different cures.  I am doing acupuncture and on an endometriosis/inflammation diet.

I am so very sorry to hear that you are regretting your decision...I hope at least you are having some symptom relief throughout this hard time, and that you can find a specialist who can help you further.  

Shannon

[wendy227]

Congrats on your miracle baby. Best wishes with your little one