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Pregnant and can't remove coil!!!

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gemjon88 · 06/07/2018 22:38

This is my first post, I'm hoping someone can please give some help or advice.
I found out last week that I'm pregnant, obviously wasn't planned as I've got a copper iud and already have 3 children. I had to wait 3 days to see my doctor, and then a further 5 days to see someone at the early pregnancy assessment unit, during this time waiting my iud moved again and I've been in constant pain.
The doctor at the hospital was unable to remove it, and has told me it has to stay in situ.
He confirmed that there is a gestational sack and yolk showing on my scan, but then went on to say it looks like there's no baby. I became very confused as the lady who performed my scan said I was 5 to 6 weeks.
I have to go back in 2 weeks for another scan. I left the hospital today feeling very upset and confused, I was sent home with no info on pregnancy with iud/risks, anything at all really. Just got told to take pain relief for a while. I'm scared something bad will happen if I am pregnant and this iud isn't removed, but also scared to feel attached to the idea I could be having another baby just in case there is no baby, am I making any sense? I'm completely lost and would appreciate any help or advice, thank you.

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Gibble1 · 06/07/2018 23:58

No actual medical advice but have heard stories of babies being born with the coil in their hand. Fingers crossed everything works out well for you op.

peanutbutter310 · 07/07/2018 00:25

I was very recently in the same position. Because of the IUD my doctor did a same day scan referral. Sadly it was ectopic, but at least they were able to quickly tell what was going on. For me it was only 24 hours of uncertainty, but i recognize the exact feelings you described in how to deal with it emotionally. No advice, but sending you a virtual hug, I really hope it works out well for you

Eeeeek2 · 07/07/2018 08:43

I know of someone who has a surprise 3rd child which she had with coil in. She was sterilised after he was born. So it can work out fine, all the best.

JustVent · 07/07/2018 08:51

Hi OP with regards to the scan, the reason they are leaving it two weeks is to see if it progresses into a fetus. Is common for them not see much at such an early stage.

With regards to the coil, what kind of doctor did you see? Can you get referred to a gynaecologist?

The pain is probably the main thing you need to get sorted at the moment. 9 months of pain, potentially, is not ok for them to make you endure.

Poptart4 · 07/07/2018 11:48

I was born with a coil stuck to my head! Apparently its very common. I think you should make an appointment with your GP just so they can answer any questions you have. Write them all down so you wont forget.

gemjon82 · 07/07/2018 20:34

@justvent I saw the senior doctor on the gynaecology ward at the hospital. He made no sense to me with all the medical language he used. A nurse explained things more simply for me but I still felt very overwhelmed and upset.
I don't think my gp would be able to help me now, I've been told to call the assessment unit if I have any questions or concerns.
Thank you all for your comments, I think I'll look into what's going to happen with regards to the pain, not looking forward to months of agony

Racecardriver · 07/07/2018 20:46

This doesbt seem right. Why can't they take it out? Why are they not interested in the fact that you are in pain? Is there da walk in clinic you can go to? You shouldn't have to put up with the uncertainty just because no one has cared enough to explain it to you properly.

JustVent · 07/07/2018 21:42

Presumably they can’t take it out because it would rupture the membranes, or do irreparable damage to the pregnancy.

venus417 · 07/07/2018 21:43

@racecardriver sometimes they can safely remove the coil but depends where the egg implanted so sometimes its safer to leave it in place.
Hope everything works out for you.

Racecardriver · 07/07/2018 21:46

@venus stating the obvious? From what the OP has said she hasn't been provided with an adequate explication. 'it isn't safe' doesbt really mean much does it?

JustVent · 07/07/2018 22:43

Racecar you asked a question and someone kindly answered.

gemjon82 · 07/07/2018 22:52

@Racecardriver the doctor said the risk of miscarriage is too high, they won't even consider removing it.

gemjon82 · 12/07/2018 09:04

Just an update for you, I've ended up in the hospital needing an emergency operation. Turns out the pain was caused by my coil and turned into an infection that spread into my abdomen.
This pregnancy has come to an end unfortunately, and to think it all could have been avoided if the doctor at the assessment unit performed a test for infection, and paid more attention to my symptoms.
Thank you all for your earlier comments, and please make others aware of this risk if ever you're in contact with ladies who have the same complaints as myself, I think it's important we all inform each other xxx

IdogMax · 12/07/2018 09:11

InTheRoseGarden · 13/07/2018 13:53

I'm so sorry to hear this OP

I am shocked that they didn't investigate the pain further.

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