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First pregnancy think I am having miscarriage

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Blondcat · 11/04/2018 09:06

So this is my first pregnancy and should be 6 weeks but think I am having a miscarriage. I have been bleeding for two days which started as brown spotting when I wiped then turned red now filling pad in a few hours period like with clots and period type cramps.
I spoke to the epu Monday when the bleeding turned red but they though may be post sex bleeding and said to wait and see not sure if I should call back to check as now much worse or just get on with it. I am booked in for first lot of pg bloods tomorrow at my gp surgery so not sure if I should still do these too.
Wow what a roller-coaster went from super happy to gutted in a couple of days Sad

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Melamine · 11/04/2018 09:28

So sorry to see you here as well @Blondcat. It really could go either way so I think you should push to go see EPU. Fingers crossed for you x

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Blondcat · 11/04/2018 09:35

Thanks @melamine I think I will give them a ring today see what they say.

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Melamine · 11/04/2018 10:50

Good luck lady. 🍀 Hugs to you x

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Labmum · 11/04/2018 10:50

Given tha you are filling a pad so quickly I’d say definitely give the EPU another ring. Near me the EPU is an A&E type service so you just drop in and wait to be seen. I think before 7 weeks they would take bloods to check HCG levels.

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Blondcat · 11/04/2018 11:37

Just been on to epu they have said no point seeing me at this stage only worried if bleeding through night time pad in half an hour or pain unbearable after taking paracetamol dizzy or faint then go straight to a&e. They said if still bleeding a lot after a week they will see me but can expect some bleeding for up to three weeks. Take a hpt after three weeks if still positive call them otherwise fine to ttc after that if bleeding has stopped.
Thanks everyone for your messages just feel really crap doesn't help having horrible head cold too as tired and run down anyway.

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Melamine · 11/04/2018 14:57

Sorry to hear, the waiting to find out has been the worst part for me too. Might help to speak to the GP tomorrow - are you still going to go? I ended up having a private scan as the EPU couldn’t see me for 4 days & I was worried about the bleeding. If you can afford it, it might be worth it for reassurance or just finding out.

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Blondcat · 11/04/2018 15:49

I am still going to go as my blood pressure was also high so they are also doing extra blood and checks for that though not seeing the gp just the nurse but may ask while there is possible to have a quick chat to one.
I am hoping we can get the blood pressure sorted out and see if anything else is an issue as may help in future so if nothing else it is useful for that.
Sorry to hear you have gone through it too.

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Labmum · 11/04/2018 19:45

I'm so sorry blondcat. I hope you can get some answers, it doesn't sound like the epu were very helpful. I know at ours they do blood tests before 7 weeks to check the HCG levels are increasing as that gives a clearer picture of what is going on. Fortunately/unfortunately all my miscarriages have been at 10+ weeks so they have been able to scan and let me know what's going on.
Its just a heartbreaking situation. Take care of yourself.

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Melamine · 13/04/2018 11:00

How are you doing @blondcat? Sending you strength x

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Blondcat · 13/04/2018 11:10

@melamine I'm OK bleeding is calming down. Went to gp yesterday she was lovely felt my tummy said was soft and to come back if needed but looks like mc. She is getting my BP checked as was high and it may have played a part so want to get it under control before trying again. Took blood to check for anything underlying causing it and going back in couple of weeks to see where we are at and if medication is needed to control for future. She did say they could check my hcg over a couple of days if I wanted to be sure quicker but I said I thought it was gone so would just wait for negative test. She also said to do get the pg bloods done as again that may show something I need to be aware of so just need to get to the hospital for that at some point. Thanks for your support it really helps to know you can talk and are not alone fx for some good news from us both soon x

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Melamine · 13/04/2018 17:42

So sorry. Fingers crossed it might be a simple fix if they can manage your BP. I had my 3rd scan today & it’s nearly over but seeing the positive test they did was tough. Hope we both get the green light to try again soon & do not doubt for a second we’ll be back on the happier boards very soon! Xx

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