How often do I need to check Hcg levels with natural miscarriage?

[Chana4]

Hi, I have a blighted ovum which I am planning to miscarry naturally (I am 10 weeks and bleeding daily for two).  My doctor wants to check my Hcg levels every two days!  I am just wondering if this is necessary.  Right now my levels are high (22,000) but dropping.  Every time I go in there I watch the other pregnant women waddle by and spend the afternoon crying.  Is it really necessary to test every two days?  Thanks for any information you can provide.

-Chana

[ArmyPrincess819]

I'm sorry for what you are going through. Jenny is right your dr should checke them to make sure it's def a m/c. Your levels should rise every 48-72 hrs. If your dr can have him or her send and order to your local hosp and have your bloodwork done there it may be less painful. I'm a true optomist don't throw the towel in unless you have a confirmed m/c. I'm here if you need to talk! Best wishes to you!

AP

[Jenny5]

i'm sorry for your blighted ovum i had one last march making that my 3 m/c.You need to check your hcg until it drops to zero.Sometimes you don't m/c completely leaving any piece behind and hcg doesn't drop.You should check the hcg.Your doctor is right.I'm sorry