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How do I get a D&C on the day I want (is private an option?)

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LadyCaro · 19/02/2012 08:55

I had an early scan at 7 weeks yesterday. Was told that I'm either earlier in the pregnancy than I thought (5% chance), or the baby gave up at 5 1/2 weeks (95%....in my heart, I know this is the case, I stopped feeling pregnant over a week ago).
I'm going in for another scan on Friday (Sunday today), and will find put then what's what. I would prefer to have a D&C than let nature take its course (I did that at 11 weeks once and I would rather just not see the aftermath).
My hubby is supposed to be going abroad on Saturday, and whilst he's totally 'ofcourse I won't go' I really just want to have the D&c on Friday, with him there, and then just get on with things (have lots of friends who'll look after me if needed).
So, I need to ensure that I can defo have D&C that day. Am wondering if there's any way of getting it booked in, privately if necessary. Does anyone know how I would do this? Somehow, it would be a weight off my mind at a rubbish time.

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catsareevil · 19/02/2012 09:03

Sorry that its not looking hopeful for this pregnancy. If you had the D+C on friday will you be well enough for your DH to go abroad the next day?

Do you have a private hospital near to you? If they do gynae work you could call them and see.

The alternative would be to ask the NHS hospital what their usual procedure is. I have seen some people have the D+C on the same day as the scan.

brandysoakedbitch · 19/02/2012 09:11

I would say let your husband stay home because leaving you after having this done might be very hard for him too.

I am so sorry about your loss.

LadyCaro · 19/02/2012 12:11

Thanks. Now I'm panicking, because I've read loads of stuff about misdiagnosis...and am wondering if I should let nature take its course (in some vain hope of it being miraculous good news). I've got til Friday to decide. Feels like an age away.

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catsareevil · 19/02/2012 12:13

How long is your DH away for? Would it be an option to wait until he returns before you have definitive scanning?

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