Hello mumsnetters.
I have had a whirlwind couple of days and was admitted to hospital yesterday feeling absolutely awful. I had high blood pressure, pains in my abdomen/right shoulder and swelling. Tests also revealed some liver abnormalities and I was diagnosed with pre-eclampsia today. I am 33weeks + 4. The consultants have been very reassuring. I have been told that the baby will be delivered at 37+6 at the latest, if I can hold on that long, if they can control my symptoms and baby continues to grow and be happy. They have given me injection steroids to help with baby's lung developments and I am being given blood thinning injections too.
Whilst I know that I am in good hands and that I am at a fairly good gestation level already, after being quite calm today, it has all rather hit me suddenly this evening and I could do with some positive stories and hand-holding.
Has anyone been in a similar position? If so, was your baby born at a decent weight (am having growth scan on Monday to try and give an idea of baby's weight so far)?
Also, I am very anxious about being induced for a natural birth at only 37/38 weeks when my body may not be ready for it. Would rather an ELCS than a failed induction and crash section. Any advice or experience here?
Sorry this has turned into a bit of a ramble. I not sure if I am staying in hospital until i deliver yet or will be allowed home. Trying to relax to help my BP but finding it hard. First baby so no experience generally.
Thanks v much - any comforting words appreciated.
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Diagnosed with pre-eclampsia - positive stories/ c-section or early induction
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croon979 · 25/04/2015 21:10
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