So scared, I need a colposcopy while pregnant

[Fightingtobepositive]

Hello ladies. I am completely and utterly obsessed with worry,it’s taking over me, I can’t breathe properly, eat drink.

So I am 23 weeks pregnant and have been back and for numerous times to labour ward for spotting (because I have placenta privea I’ve been monitored) I’ve been examined by 3 doctors first looked and said they think they see a polyp and not to worry until after pregnancy, second said extensive ectropion and deal with it after pregnancy, now third doctor... wouldn’t say what she though it was but said she was a little concerned and sent me for urgent colposcopy (she said best to make it urgent because of pandemic) but didn’t say anything reassuring.

I am beside myself, I can only think the worse and now obsessing over symptoms I’ve had throughout my pregnancy, I’ve had dull aches lower down and around sides, spotting pinky mucus, lots of discharge on and off, quite a few pains and hip aches/pains. I’ve assumed I’m just being a baby while pregnant or could it be more serious than that? I feel so guilty that I may be making the baby anxious but I can’t control my anxieties.

Any info will be so appreciated x

Aaw you’re okay OP 🌺 I totally get it - I think most of us have been there King regards will be at some point. It’s not easy at all.

Try and stay calm.
Don’t feed the fear by Googling.
Distract yourself as much as possible.
You will get your answers soon and all your worries will have been for nothing I’m sure.
You will be a great and caring mum.
Read this thread over and over if you can’t relax.
We’re all here for you 🌺😘

How are you today?

I hope you are eating and sleeping properly (stern Mum face)

Hi @stampsurprise thank you so much for all your kind words and support 💕. I’m not great, feel like my heart beats out of my chest and baby isn’t as busy as usual so just working myself up over most things at the moment. I am managing some food not a great amount but still getting some in. My partner is so wonderful with me, I am very lucky. Gosh i would do just about anything for all to be ok and all of safe and healthy 🙏🙏🙏🤞🤞🤞.

Hope you are well? Xx

I am so glad you have a supportive partner to help support you.

I wonder if going forward you could try some CBT to manage anxiety? I am going to start some. I realised I needed it when I was due my COVID vaccine. As you know only too well when you’re in the middle of a full-scale panic you can’t possibly learn new stuff. But it’s an idea for when you are calmer and you will be ready to handle other stuff that life may throw at you.

Try and take some time to do something fun or relaxing however small.

Trust that all will be well. We’re still here for you ❤️😘

@stampsurprise I’ve spoken to the doctor and she has referred me for perinatal counselling. So maybe I’ll hear soon.
It’s just such a horrible thing to deal with. It takes over doesn’t it. I wake up thinking I’m not going to be down I will busy my mind so on so I’m. But it doesn’t last long before I get lost in my thoughts. I haven’t been on Google yet today which is a plus I guess.

I would have been nervous having it to I have to be honest. But did all work out ok? Its definitely good to talk 💜

Hi op,
I know exactly how you feel. I went through similar when pregnant, although not same procedure. What should have been a happy time was the worse time of my life. My anxiety was through the roof, I had panic attacks, I couldn't stop crying. Poor DH didn't know how to cope with me. I, like you, googled everything and that it the worse thing you can do. I got some tablets from the GP (can't remember name) to help calm me down. It was an awful time and even thinking back now makes me cry.
I know it's really easy for me to say now, but please don't google, they always give the worse case. Chances are every thing will be okay. I remember just needed someone to tell me that everything is going to be okay. Big hugs to you

I've had both - a colposcopy and placenta previa and ectropian come to think of it... They wanted to check my cervix was closed. I was terrified to be honest - mors so of the pain of examination when pregnant as I found them awful when pregnant. But it was a walk in the park, didn't hurt, they talked me through it and no risk to baby. You'll be fine 😊

In answer to your question OP my vaccine was so easy. No pain and no after effects (apart from relief and a good night’s sleep!)

I needed it as I have a serious condition so I really needed to just get it done.

It won’t be long before you wondering what you were so worried about too

So glad you haven’t Googled today - that’s progress for sure! 🏆

@TheChaser I’m so sorry you had a rough time 💜 And so glad your ok now. It’s such a hard time, everything is already so unknown without additional worries. I am very up and down and your right Google is the worst place to be. It’s so hard not to go there when you are desperate for answers.

@Emotionalfuckwit oh really? How many comps when pregnant? Was all ok? Did the ectropion cause any symptoms? I’ve had one and the fact they want me To have another for a second opinion has just put the fear of god into me. It’s so scary, I also found it very painful so not looking forward to the next. I don’t know what i would do if they said they wanted a biopsy 😣

@stampsurprise that’s great, you are lucky to have had it. Hopefully the next won’t be to long for you.
I really hope so stamp 🙏🤞 I’m so scared. Especially knowing that the little man is doing well and fighting strong. I’m just so scared xx

1st pregnancy I had lots bleeds, but that's the pp. He was born at 36 weeks but perfect make sure you take it very seriously when they tell you to rest.

2nd pregnancy a few little bleeds at the beginning but otherwise perfect pregnancy. I was advised no sex in either.

Good luck, rest up and you'll be fine

Thanks @Emotionalfuckwit did they find anything at your colposcopy? We’re you pregnant at the time? Xx

I've had 2, both whilst pregnant (1 each pregnancy) and they found nothing but the ectropian. They wanted to be sure that the bleeds I was having was from ectropian and not because my cervix was open. Thing with ectropians is when you're pregnant there is a big increase in blood flow which engorges to it and any slight knock to it can cause a bleed so the colposcopy is often done to be sure. Every internal caused bleeding so it was the only way (after every Dr and the cleaner probably had a look 😂)

@Emotionalfuckwit that’s how I feel. Gosh I was so nervous about getting my bits out during labour... that fear has completely gone with how many people have had a poke around in there. Did they do anything about the ectropion? Or just diagnose there and then and leave it? Xx

No they just left it. I think they do laser treatment on it normal times but obviously not when you're pregnant.. Mine didn't bother me after my first trimester but I had a number of bleeds with my placenta previa and they kept me in a couple of times to monitor me. After 29 weeks they said if I had another bleed I was staying in so I did as I was told, got signed off and rested. Then a huge bleed at 36 weeks and out he came after an emergency section. But he was just fine 😊

Try not to worry, they are keeping a close eye on you. They want to be sure especially with pp. Keep your hospital bag packed early so if you have a short stay you have everything. I didn't have pp with the second pregnancy so it's just one of those things

Sorry it’s such a stressful time OP

Oh bless you you had a rough time then 💜 it’s a crazy time. Good that the ectropion didn’t bother you though. The fact that they have referred me for another opinion is just freaking me. I’ve spoke to so many people and yet to find anyone else it’s happened to 😕 I just can’t stop obsessing honestly, it will be the best miracle if they give me good news at the next apt xx

🙏🤞

Thank you @FabbyMagic xx

How are you @Fightingtobepositive x

@ShopTillYouDropp I’m struggling to be honest. I’m just beyond worried and can’t see why I’d keep getting referred if there was nothing to worry about. It’s a scary time. Hope your good? 💜 xx

@Fightingtobepositive I really feel for you, it's such a difficult time. I remember the feeling. They are probably just being over cautious but it's really hard to see that now. Do you know when your next appointment is

Hi ladies. Just wanted to update you as you’ve been so supportive.
Had my second colp today. The doctor said it’s probably ok and doesn’t feel the need to biopsy right now. But he would still like to double check again in 4 weeks. I’m grateful for today, obviously still worried for next time but will just keep 🙏🙏🙏🤞🤞🤞 and see where it takes us 💜 xx

So pleased for you OP. You must be feeling much better now.

Thanks for checking in and letting us know.

Try and enjoy the rest of your pregnancy. You are going to be a great mum!

That all sounds positive. Also time is working in your favour. In 4 weeks time you will be getting closer to being full term so it’s one less thing to worry about. I know for me passing 30 weeks made a big difference psychologically.

What a relief for you, and that does sound positive. Thank you for updating, I was wondering about you as I know how worried you were. Now try and enjoy the rest for your pregnancy x