hcg levels messing with my PGAL brain

[mrsjac1210]

I got my results from my 2nd blood draw. The hcg # from the draw on 1/26 was 522. The # on 1/28 was 2,145 which instead of doubling, my #s quadrupled. The nurse was concerned because rapid increasing hcg is a sign of a possible molar pregnancy or a partial molar pregnancy. The nurse spoke with my dr and the doc is fine with my #s but wants me to call asap if I have any major pain or bleeding. I'm trying to relax since my dr isn't worried. But try telling a PGAL brain to sit down and shut the hell up - yeah...it doesn't work to well. My u/s is scheduled for Feb 25 and the nurse didn't see any reason to move it up since my dr wasn't concerned. Man, this is going to be a loooong month.

I'm sorry this is such a rambling mess. Thank you so much for reading it. I'm mobile otherwise I'd offer a huge plate of yummy warm chocolate chip cookies.

[BookishMomma]

Sorry you're worried. I hope the numbers just mean that you've got a really determined little bean in there (or more than one, maybe?)

[mrsjac1210]

Thanks BookishMomma I keep thinking positive thoughts and multiples have definitely crossed my mind but the chances of multiple are pretty slim right?



And thanks @littlecabbage it's so hard to turn off PGAL brain. And I could sooo use a cookie. :-)

[BookishMomma]

Jan 29, 2015 16:48:04 GMT -5 mrsjac1210 said:

Thanks BookishMomma I keep thinking positive thoughts and multiples have definitely crossed my mind but the chances of multiple are pretty slim right?



And thanks @littlecabbage it's so hard to turn off PGAL brain. And I could sooo use a cookie. :-)

I've seen enough multiples on these boards to realize that they are not as rare as one might think! 

[mrsjac1210]

Jan 29, 2015 16:54:22 GMT -5 BookishMomma said:

Jan 29, 2015 16:48:04 GMT -5 mrsjac1210 said:

Thanks BookishMomma I keep thinking positive thoughts and multiples have definitely crossed my mind but the chances of multiple are pretty slim right?



And thanks @littlecabbage it's so hard to turn off PGAL brain. And I could sooo use a cookie. :-)

I've seen enough multiples on these boards to realize that they are not as rare as one might think! 

I'm gonna cling to that.

[mrskblack11]

Sorry you PGAL brain is acting up. It is totally possible that your quadrupling Betas is sign of multiples. It is a bummer you have to wait so long for your first U/S. I hope the time goes quickly for you.

[Smootiepie]

I know a few of the CAL ladies have experience w/ molars, but off the top of my head I can't for the life of me think of anyone specific. T&Ps that it's nothing (although my first thought was also multiples).

[downtheshore]

I'm sorry that you are worrying. I know not worrying is impossible. I don't have any good advice, just wanted to offer hugs and support.

[kate6214]

Sorry your numbers are causing you concern. PGAL brain sucks!

[fancefpp]

Sorry the nurse freaked you out. I find that a lot of them talk before they speak with doc. Stick with what the doc thinks. One nurse in my old docs office used to freak me out every time I called!

[heartpresidents]

Sorry the numbers didn't reassure you! I swear, if it's not one thing with PGAL brain, it's another.

I vote for asking for an early ultrasound anyway. Calming your nerves is reason enough in my book!

[mrsjac1210]

Thanks ladies. I'm trying to "relax & not worry" but I'm not a very laid back person in the first place. I'm just gonna TRY to think happy thoughts and trust my doctor.

[taberbtb]

Sorry your numbers are stressing you out. Hopefully you can get your u/s moved up and get an answer sooner.

[flippinchica]

Try not to worry. HCG rising is SO variable and really not specific for anything. I know it is hard.

[craftykix]

(hugs) I know it's hard not to worry. I hope you can find some things to distract you for the next few weeks and you've got a determined little babe(s) in there!

[natalie115]

I won't say don't worry, because that just about impossible. Try to to just take it one day at a time, today you are pregnant and you love your baby. Keeping my fingers crossed that you have a great ultrasound next month!

[backstreetpixie]

I have always been told that when numbers increase that is good. Also my cousin just had twins and her numbers were like that. =)

[mrsjac1210]

Jan 30, 2015 1:37:20 GMT -5 backstreetpixie said:

I have always been told that when numbers increase that is good. Also my cousin just had twins and her numbers were like that. =)

I always thought that too. I was super excited when the nurse told me the number. Then she looked at my previous # and said that was concerned and she needed to discuss my results with my doctor because that type of jump could indicate a molar pregnancy. Dang nurse! I know she was concerned but I wish she would have just said she'll discuss it with my doc and leave it at that.

[mpiemont]

Ugh to PgAL brain- I think it's a good sign that your dr isn't concerned.

[fourthtimesacharm]

Congratulations! My numbers had more than tripled but less than quadrupled in 48 hours and my dr never seemed concerned at all. I'm sorry the nurse scared you.

[backstreetpixie]

Jan 30, 2015 10:08:09 GMT -5 mrsjac1210 said:

Jan 30, 2015 1:37:20 GMT -5 backstreetpixie said:

I have always been told that when numbers increase that is good. Also my cousin just had twins and her numbers were like that. =)

I always thought that too. I was super excited when the nurse told me the number. Then she looked at my previous # and said that was concerned and she needed to discuss my results with my doctor because that type of jump could indicate a molar pregnancy. Dang nurse! I know she was concerned but I wish she would have just said she'll discuss it with my doc and leave it at that.

Agreed! i'm sorry she worried you with that. =(