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I’m a man and I just found out I’m pregnant

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nobletree · 24/05/2022 20:20

No this isn't a joke or figure of speech, no matter how much I'd want it to be. I'm a man but I was born with what you can call intersex condition. Basically despite looking predominantly male and living as a man my whole life, I have both male and female reproductive organs and my kariotype is messed up. I never even thought this could happen, I've been told by many specialists that I can't have children of my own. That's why it came off as such a shock and I still haven't fully processed this. I haven't decided yet whether I want to continue this pregnancy or not. I'm married and both my husband and I wanted to have kids in the future, just not like this. I don't feel like this is right and it's not how it's supposed to be. Everyone I know would find out about what's wrong with me and the baby could be born with what I have, or maybe not be born at all. There's just too much risk than it's worth it. But then, the idea of having a baby that's both mine and my husband's when we've always thought it was impossible is what makes me hesitate. I'm not asking anyone to decide for me, I'm just simply venting cause I feel like I'm about to go insane here.

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Jojobees · 24/05/2022 20:25

Oh Noble, that’s a lot of information for you to process.
Do you still have a geneticist you can contact, they might be able to help give you the information you need to go forward with the pregnancy.I really suggest getting to an EPU as soon as possible so you can receive the best care possible.

I wish you all the best, and my inbox is always open if you want to talk genetics, I have 2 kids with “odd” kariotypes!

Staynow · 24/05/2022 20:32

Get as much information as you can before you make any decisions, I can't imagine how hard it must be to get your head around it all. Just make sure you make the right decision for you based on all the facts.

Mrsbrooks1 · 24/05/2022 20:37

Oh crikey. I agree with PP you need to see EPU to establish where the pregnancy is and if your health could be at risk.

I don't want to offend you at all, I'm not familiar with your situation or anatomy so please forgive me if that is an out of turn comment. I know someone who has ovaries but doesn't have a uterus but they are aware of the risk of a pregnancy of unknown location etc. but obviously this may be different for you. I'm rambling.

With regards to people finding out, We are on this earth only once, and if you want to continue (if it's physically possible and safe for you to do so) then crack on! Stranger things happen on a daily basis and if you have family and friends who love you, that's all you need.

I wish you luck and hope you're ok! Xx

TheGlitterati · 24/05/2022 20:41

Wow. What a shock! I agree with the others. Epu x

Wheresmywoolyjumpers · 24/05/2022 20:41

I have no knowledge to add, but wish you the best with whatever you decide.

Antarcticant · 24/05/2022 20:44

I think you need to understand the medical implications of the pregnancy, from the relevant specialist; first and foremost. This will give you a clearer basis for a decision.

I hope that things go well for you whatever you decide. Flowers

Cakeandcoffee93 · 24/05/2022 20:45

Congratulations! I agree with the other comments. And who cares what people think! As long as you and baby are healthy that is the main thing. Go for what makes you happy!

moreshitandnofuckingredemption · 24/05/2022 20:45

Wishing you lots of luck, you've got this x

Sleepingsatellite1 · 24/05/2022 20:46

What a shock for you, no helpful advice but I hope things become clearer asap

ThreeLocusts · 24/05/2022 20:58

Sorry this is so difficult, I wish I could say congratulations. Just want to say, sod what others think. There's nothing wrong with you, you're just different. So I'd focus on the medical considerations, not the social ones.

That said, I'm ignorant of what the social consequences might be in your particular situation, so apologies for being blithe. All the best for making the decision.

Branleuse · 24/05/2022 21:51

I hope it all goes ok for you whatever you decide

jadey1991 · 24/05/2022 23:32

@nobletree I'm so sorry to hear about this. It's a lot of information for you to take in. I would say get as much info as you can and take it from there. See what the chances of your baby having what you have etc. between you and your husband I'm sure you will both make the right decision. Good luck

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