Pregnant and Scared

[alwaysfallingup]

So, after thinking for eight years that Preston and I would never have kids of our own, I am pregnant. I have no idea how far long I am (it's hard to calculate when you don't have a menstrual cycle), no idea what to expect, and so happy that I can barely keep from crying with joy. However, I'm also really scared because, according to what I've been reading online, women with PCOS can have a 50% miscarriage rate. I go to the doctor tomorrow to find out more about how far along I am and if everything is okay.

Please pray for me and Preston and our little one. I don't know if I'll be able to take it if I miscarry after never thinking I would ever become pregnant. Just send us prayers, energy, reiki, candles, whatever you do. I don't think I'm making a lot of sense here, but I'm so overjoyed and terrified at the same time that I can barely keep myself together here. Part of me is trying not to get my hopes up, but the other part of me is telling myself that I need to stay positive and not be stressed out.

Expect me to be on here a lot, ranting, raving, and possibly hysterical.

[Caitlin.ann]

From one cyster to another, who desperately wants pregnancy myself, I'll be keeping you both in my thoughts and prayers. :hugz: I hope everything turns out to be ok.

[la tortuga]

So, after thinking for eight years that Preston and I would never have kids of our own, I am pregnant. I have no idea how far long I am (it's hard to calculate when you don't have a menstrual cycle), no idea what to expect, and so happy that I can barely keep from crying with joy. However, I'm also really scared because, according to what I've been reading online, women with PCOS can have a 50% miscarriage rate. I go to the doctor tomorrow to find out more about how far along I am and if everything is okay.

Please pray for me and Preston and our little one. I don't know if I'll be able to take it if I miscarry after never thinking I would ever become pregnant. Just send us prayers, energy, reiki, candles, whatever you do. I don't think I'm making a lot of sense here, but I'm so overjoyed and terrified at the same time that I can barely keep myself together here. Part of me is trying not to get my hopes up, but the other part of me is telling myself that I need to stay positive and not be stressed out.

Expect me to be on here a lot, ranting, raving, and possibly hysterical.

First of all, congratulations! :boing:

Second, it's good to try to keep a level head about it all. Stressing out and worrying overly much about a 50/50 chance of miscarriage won't do you, daddy, or baby any good.

Third, I'm thinking about y'all. :hugz:

[Cloaked Raven]

:hugz: I'm keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers.

May you carry the little one to full term and may both of you be happy and healthy!! :hugz:

[Lunacie]

Energy in the way!

My daughter miscarried twice before she carried a baby to full term, it actually happens a lot more than most people realize. It left her feeling very ambivilent about being pregnant, afraid she might have another miscarriage, even when she was in her third trimester. I sure hope things go well for you since it's almost a miracle that you get pregnant at all. :thumbsup:

[cesara]

Best of luck with your pregnancy! I agree that just relaxing and enjoying it is the best course of action. A tall order in your situation, I know...but, try your best!

Sending positive pregnancy vibes your way! Congrats!

[HetHert]

Congratulations!!! :hugz:

Of course there will be energy and prayers and requests for you to deliver a healthy, beautiful, full term baby on our end.

Your homework is to take care of you, try not to stress too much, and have fun getting ready for the event.

:hugz:

[moonbride]

A big congrats to you! :hugz:
Just try to relax a little bit and enjoy the experience. Sending good vibes your way for a healthy pregnancy.

[Brónach Druid]

:hugz: The very best of luck! I hope all goes well, I will keep you in my thoughts.

[Laoghaire]

All my love!

:hugz:

[Alu]

Congratulations!!!, may lady Freyja be with you :uhhuhuh: don´t stress because the baby could feel everything so... stay calm :smile: and happy!

[Jrdyn]

My thoughts are with you in this exciting and emotional time. Wishing you all the peace, joy and blessings that can be had.
Congrats on this little miracle.

[roguetamlin]

Whatever happens just take it day by day. You've gotten pregnant! It's the first hurdle and quite often the biggest one. I've been there and I did have a miscarriage, but I knew then I could get pregnant and now I have a beautiful little girl. Hugs and my best wishes.

[Nesta]

Congratulations. I'm really happy for you.

Positive, calming and nurturing energy being sent your way.

[Sakurako]

Congratulations on your little miracle!!!! Wishing you puffy ankles in your third trimester lol.

No seriously sending calming energies to you and your little one & wishing you a wonderful pregnancy :)

[Calli]

Congratulations! That's such exciting and scary news!

I agree with everyone. Try not to stress and worry. Lots and lots of positive energy is being sent your way. Take comfort in that, okay?

[alwaysfallingup]

Thanks, everyone. I have my appointment tomorrow at 3:00 and they will be doing an ultrasound to see how far along I actually am. I've been doing some research online and found some things that can help people carry to full term with my condition (namely, progesterone supplements), so I'm hoping that maybe I can talk to my doctor about testing for low levels and then supplementing if I need to. I'm also trying to be calm, but it sure isn't easy.

Thank you so much for all the prayers and good energy. I'm hoping this is what is going to get us through this safe, sound, and healthy.

[abrecan]

warm wishes and the best of luck.

[mephistopheles]

Best of luck!!

[KC Destroyer of Worlds]

Congrats alwaysfallingup!!! Sending out positive calming energy. Keep your head about you. You are a strong woman, don't let the stats bug you out. Get the information first.

[mermaid]

Congratulations and good energy to you :)

[evergreen]

:hugz:, prayers and congratulations!

[cesara]

I've been doing some research online and found some things that can help people carry to full term with my condition (namely, progesterone supplements), so I'm hoping that maybe I can talk to my doctor about testing for low levels and then supplementing if I need to.

Don't quote me on this....but, I'm pretty sure that progesterone levels go up all on their own when you are pregnant. Pregnancy does a whole whack of things to your hormones!

[Shanti]

Your pg? :boing::boing::boing:

Just take it one day at a time and listen to your doc and talk to your doc...ask questions and dont just follow blindly, have him/her explain whys and hows for everything!
Yes, drive your doc nuts! If you get a prescription, why this one, why this dose, etc.
Information is a tool for our own well being, and in this, case your wee ones. :)

With understanding fear can be put on a back burner.

[Autumn]

warm hugs and good wishes to you that sometime in feb. you will have a rapid labor, an easy birth and a healthy baby.

As far as driving your doc nuts, that's what you're paying for. make no mistake about it!!

progesterone supps are indeed used in pcos pregnany where progesterone isn't rising as they want it to. although you will be well perferated after all the blood draws!

[Old Witch]

Best wishes for a healthy baby and energy sent for an easy, uneventful pregnancy...

[Clair de la Lune]

Congratulations!!!:boing:

I am sending you, your little one, and your man calming and loving energy to stay healthy and be strong. I am sending your doctors and practitioners energy to make the right decisions regarding your care! Rest easy and know that the Universe will take care of you all. Many, many :hugz: for you!!!

Blessings,
Clair

[Brightshores]

Congratulations!!! :hugz: :hugz:

Don't worry too much. Women with PCOS can and do have good pregnancies and healthy babies all the time. Definitely get the progesterone checked. Demand the test, and demand treatment if your level is less than 12. I have PCOS, and I am convinced that progesterone supplementation saved my baby. (I had been spotting before I got the supplementation at around 6 weeks.)

Apparently a good proportion of miscarriages in women with PCOS can be traced to the progesterone levels not rising as they should. The happy news about this is that the progesterone supplementation works really well. I now have a very healthy (and extremely active!) baby boy.

The Crinone transvaginal cream supplementation worked really well for me - but there are lots of different kinds.

:hugz: and best wishes to you and your little one!

[Philosophia]

Congratulations! :hugz: Sending positive, healing, and calming energy to you, your baby, and family!

[alwaysfallingup]

Don't quote me on this....but, I'm pretty sure that progesterone levels go up all on their own when you are pregnant. Pregnancy does a whole whack of things to your hormones!

Yup, progesterone is supposed to go up when you're pregnant, but with PCOS, sometimes your body doesn't make it during the pregnancy like it should, which can cause problems, so the doc can give *shudders* suppositories. :weirdsmil

[alwaysfallingup]

Thank you so much, everyone. Some of these posts have touched me so much. I've gotten Preston to come and read them with me, and they've meant a lot to both of us. He's also threatened to password-protect Google so I can't drive myself crazy with worry.:toofless:

I'll be checking this thread during the day tomorrow, and probably while I"m in the waiting room at the dr's, because I'll need some calming energy!

[Raxeph]

Congratulations. :hugz: The very best of luck and nurturing energy being sent to you now. :) Life is smiling upon you.

[Ariste]

Sending sticky dust....i have good sticky dust...my babies didn't even wanna come out when it was time.

[Bettie]

Congratulations to you both, and hoping you have a happy, healthy pregnancy! :hugz:

[Willow Rosette]

Im so sorry Im just now seeing this!! Im sooo happy for you and Preston, you both have worked so hard to have a family and deserve it so much. Please keep us updated!! And I will of course keep you and your little bundle in my prayers!

YEA!!!!!:boing::boing::boing:

[Laoghaire]

I'm going to light a candle, though I have NO idea what time it is there right now... Bests of luck!!

[HorseCrow]

Congratulations :yayhawaii

Sending you tons of sticky dust and energy :)

[Crystal Willowtree]

:hugz: congrats, may you have a healthy pregnancy & a happy healthy baby at the end

[Cindlady2]

Congrats! May you have a strong healthy baby!

[roguetamlin]

Yup, progesterone is supposed to go up when you're pregnant, but with PCOS, sometimes your body doesn't make it during the pregnancy like it should, which can cause problems, so the doc can give *shudders* suppositories. :weirdsmil

LOL, given the discomfort of pregnancy the suppositories lose their blech effect I found, though I just had them for yeast.

[cesara]

Congratulations!!! :hugz: :hugz:

Don't worry too much. Women with PCOS can and do have good pregnancies and healthy babies all the time. Definitely get the progesterone checked. Demand the test, and demand treatment if your level is less than 12. I have PCOS, and I am convinced that progesterone supplementation saved my baby. (I had been spotting before I got the supplementation at around 6 weeks.)

Apparently a good proportion of miscarriages in women with PCOS can be traced to the progesterone levels not rising as they should. The happy news about this is that the progesterone supplementation works really well. I now have a very healthy (and extremely active!) baby boy.

The Crinone transvaginal cream supplementation worked really well for me - but there are lots of different kinds.

:hugz: and best wishes to you and your little one!

Yay. I'm so glad someone here has experience with what you have. I have just recently been looking in to progesterone levels etc. for my own issues....I suspect I am low myself.

It's good to know that you aren't alone and that many women carry to term with a little help. :)

Good luck at your appointment!

[daphnerose]

Congrats! I hope all goes well!
daphne

[alwaysfallingup]

Okay, had my appointment. I'm happy to report that the baby is doing well, and I am at 8 weeks 1 day. We saw the ultrasound images and heard the heartbeat, and the doctor and ultrasound person both told me everything looks good and there's nothing to be concerned about at this time. I did demand a progesterone test (my doctor said they would not normally do one unless someone had a history of miscarriage, so I'm glad I asked for it) and they did lots of other blood work as well as a urinalysis. It does look like I have a little bit of a UTI in the works, but it seems pretty mild, so they're going to do some more looking at the bloodwork and then maybe give me an antibiotic for it.

So now, we're just waiting for the bloodwork to come back to see what we're looking at there as far as the infection and the levels, and if everything is alright there, I won't see the doc again for four weeks. If there is something concerning in the bloodwork, I'll go back immediately.

I really appreciate everyone's prayers, energy, and thoughts. When I saw my baby on the screen in front of me, I just started weeping. Seeing has made this all so real.

My baby.

[KC Destroyer of Worlds]

I'm so happy for you!!!:hugz::hugz::hugz:!!

Water and cranberry juice will help with the UTI. Yay! Did they give you a picture from the ultrasound?

[Glowy]

Oh Congrats to you and Preston!! I can't wait until we can welcome your miracle in 7 months!!:cutie:

Energy for a healthy, happy pregnancy!!

[cesara]

Good to hear your appointment went well! Good luck with the tests. I'm sure they will be fine. :)

[Caitlin.ann]

Congrats! I'm glad to hear all is well! :hugz:

[Brightshores]

LOL, given the discomfort of pregnancy the suppositories lose their blech effect I found, though I just had them for yeast.
:lol: Yes, they're not much fun. You get used to them, though, and they're really not all that bad, considering. They're definitely worth it in the end! :thumbsup:

[Bettie]

I'm so glad to hear everything went well, and you got to see your lil' jellybean! :hugz:

[Raxeph]

What wonderful news. :hugz:

[Flux]

Yay, so excited for you! Will keep you both in my thoughts!

ETA Not to be an alarmist, but get the UTI treated! Not something to mess around with early in preg. And definitely check back on the progesterone!

:hugz:


Okay, had my appointment. I'm happy to report that the baby is doing well, and I am at 8 weeks 1 day. We saw the ultrasound images and heard the heartbeat, and the doctor and ultrasound person both told me everything looks good and there's nothing to be concerned about at this time. I did demand a progesterone test (my doctor said they would not normally do one unless someone had a history of miscarriage, so I'm glad I asked for it) and they did lots of other blood work as well as a urinalysis. It does look like I have a little bit of a UTI in the works, but it seems pretty mild, so they're going to do some more looking at the bloodwork and then maybe give me an antibiotic for it.

So now, we're just waiting for the bloodwork to come back to see what we're looking at there as far as the infection and the levels, and if everything is alright there, I won't see the doc again for four weeks. If there is something concerning in the bloodwork, I'll go back immediately.

I really appreciate everyone's prayers, energy, and thoughts. When I saw my baby on the screen in front of me, I just started weeping. Seeing has made this all so real.

My baby.

[la tortuga]

Okay, had my appointment. I'm happy to report that the baby is doing well, and I am at 8 weeks 1 day. We saw the ultrasound images and heard the heartbeat, and the doctor and ultrasound person both told me everything looks good and there's nothing to be concerned about at this time. I did demand a progesterone test (my doctor said they would not normally do one unless someone had a history of miscarriage, so I'm glad I asked for it) and they did lots of other blood work as well as a urinalysis. It does look like I have a little bit of a UTI in the works, but it seems pretty mild, so they're going to do some more looking at the bloodwork and then maybe give me an antibiotic for it.

So now, we're just waiting for the bloodwork to come back to see what we're looking at there as far as the infection and the levels, and if everything is alright there, I won't see the doc again for four weeks. If there is something concerning in the bloodwork, I'll go back immediately.

I really appreciate everyone's prayers, energy, and thoughts. When I saw my baby on the screen in front of me, I just started weeping. Seeing has made this all so real.

My baby.

Ahhh I'm teary and choked up for you guys! Congratulations and enjoy! :hugz:

[Morred]

I'm wishing the best of luck to you and sending energy for a great, healthy and happy pregnancy, an easy birth and a healthy baby :hugz:

[Willow Rosette]

I really appreciate everyone's prayers, energy, and thoughts. When I saw my baby on the screen in front of me, I just started weeping. Seeing has made this all so real.

My baby.

Ohhh Honey!! I cried when I read that!! You of all people deserve this so much. Im so happy that the baby is healthy and happy where he or she is!! Pretty soon we will be ooohhhhing and aaaahhhhing over you holding your little bundle of joy...I cant wait!!

[Laoghaire]

This is amazing!!

Good luck my lady, you will do just fine!

[Bindi]

am wishing you both the best of luck !!:) congratulations on the long awaited pregnancy. have faith ! it will all be ok :)

i have endometriosis and cysts so i know exactly how you feel, so desperately wanting a child and also worrying about a misscaridge(spelling) . my heart goes out to you both.

you have been blessed with this child for a reason, its meant to be ! try and relax and enjoy being pregneant. it will all work out, the universe has your back :)

buy your self a peice of unakite ( or several peices !), it promotes heathy pregnency and healthy reproductive system.
congratulations to you both ! :boing:

[roguetamlin]

:lol: Yes, they're not much fun. You get used to them, though, and they're really not all that bad, considering. They're definitely worth it in the end! :thumbsup:

LOL that really should be the mantra of pregnancy: it's worth it in the end.


i have endometriosis and cysts so i know exactly how you feel, so desperately wanting a child and also worrying about a misscaridge(spelling) . my heart goes out to you both.

That was my problem too, I did manage to avoid UVF with a regimen of herbs and vitamins and have a normal pregnancy after a miscarriage. Let me know if you want any tips on all that. :)

[alwaysfallingup]

So, I called the doctor's ob/gyn's office today. My culture came back good, so I don't have to worry about a UTI. Everything was within normal ranges. They just think I might have been a little dehydrated from all the vomiting I'm doing. The good news is the nausea/morning sickness is getting a little better every day.

As far as my progesterone, I was at a 12.1 on the day that I did the labs. It's still a little on the low side, but from what I've read not critically low. My doc isn't in right now but is supposed to call me on Monday in case she wants me to come in for more labs or to prescribe supplementation.

I'm still worried and scared, but trying not to be. I'm almost at nine weeks now, and I keep telling myself that I'm going to pull through to 12 weeks when the placenta takes over the production of the progesterone and everything will be peachy. Please keep remembering us...we need all the baby-sticking energy we can get!

[Willow Rosette]

Honey how could you not be in our thoughts and prayers?? You never leave them!! Your going to be there through your whole pregnancy!! :hugz:

[Brónach Druid]

Glad to hear everything is going well so far. :hugz:

[Ariste]

Stick baby stick!!!!!!!!!

[cesara]

Good to hear things are in good ranges so far.

*sticky vibes out your way!*

[alwaysfallingup]

Going to my doctor's appointment at 1:20. Please send us any good thoughts you might have for good results and continued growth and development!

I'm so nervous!

[Lunacie]

Sending good thoughts for the best results and good news.
And sending energy for being calm and enjoying this experience. :hugz:

[Nesta]

I hope all is well with you and your baby. I'll think of you and send good energy often.

[banondraig]

Stay healthy, alwaysfallingup Jr.!

(I get the impression it's a girl)

:huddle:

[DreamSpell333]

Going to my doctor's appointment at 1:20. Please send us any good thoughts you might have for good results and continued growth and development!

I'm so nervous!

Fingers crossed for you! :hugz:

[alwaysfallingup]

Just a quick update from my phone:

Doctor's appointment went fine. I got scared for a minute when she couldn't find the heartbeat with the doppler, but it showed up strong and regular on the ultrasound. Baby was moving all over the place! Yay!

Thank you so much for all the good wishes and energy. When we got back to the car, I just bawled with relief. We are so blessed!

[WitchOfEndor]

Aww I'm so happy for you :hugz:

[Cloaked Raven]

Good!! I'm so glad to hear that you and the baby are doing well!! :hugz:

I'm keeping you and the little one in my thoughts and prayers. :hugz:

[Glowy]

:boing:!!! This is such good news!

[Lunacie]

Just a quick update from my phone:

Doctor's appointment went fine. I got scared for a minute when she couldn't find the heartbeat with the doppler, but it showed up strong and regular on the ultrasound. Baby was moving all over the place! Yay!

Thank you so much for all the good wishes and energy. When we got back to the car, I just bawled with relief. We are so blessed!

Excellent news! :woot:

[banondraig]

:boing: for healthy baby!

[Calli]

You just make a beautiful, healthy little one, okay? :hugz:

[HetHert]

Fantabulous! Wonderful news!

[Brightshores]

:hugz: Glad to hear everything is going so well!!!

[alwaysfallingup]

We're going for our next appointment on Monday. I'm, of course, nervous, but I'm also excited, because if the baby is turned right, we might be able to see if it's a boy or a girl! So far, on my end, everything seems to be okay (except for my CONSTANT morning sickness!), we're just hoping that the doctor agrees.

Also, I just wanted to thank everyone so much for their support through this. You guys have been like family to me when I've been afraid to talk about how scared I am in person.

Just five more months, right?

[Bettie]

Just five more months, right?

Five more months - it seems like forever, but I promise you, it will go quick. I know it's hard, but try and take time out to enjoy your pregnancy... I have 8 weeks left, and am on bedrest right now, which isn't much fun, but we do what we have to do to get a healthy baba at the end of it, right? :)

:hugz: Good luck with the scan on Monday!

[Clair de la Lune]

Good luck! Looking forward to an update.:uhhuhuh:

[Laoghaire]

Good luck!!

[Lunacie]

We're going for our next appointment on Monday. I'm, of course, nervous, but I'm also excited, because if the baby is turned right, we might be able to see if it's a boy or a girl! So far, on my end, everything seems to be okay (except for my CONSTANT morning sickness!), we're just hoping that the doctor agrees.

Also, I just wanted to thank everyone so much for their support through this. You guys have been like family to me when I've been afraid to talk about how scared I am in person.

Just five more months, right?

Almost halfway there already? Wow! Happy "see the baby" energies sent.



Five more months - it seems like forever, but I promise you, it will go quick. I know it's hard, but try and take time out to enjoy your pregnancy... I have 8 weeks left, and am on bedrest right now, which isn't much fun, but we do what we have to do to get a healthy baba at the end of it, right? :)

:hugz: Good luck with the scan on Monday!

Yeah, no fun at all. My daughter was on bed rest the last month with her first baby and that seemed like a looooong time. But at least you're getting some rest now 'cause you won't get much when baby arrives. :weirdsmil

[alwaysfallingup]

Five more months - it seems like forever, but I promise you, it will go quick. I know it's hard, but try and take time out to enjoy your pregnancy... I have 8 weeks left, and am on bedrest right now, which isn't much fun, but we do what we have to do to get a healthy baba at the end of it, right? :)

:hugz: Good luck with the scan on Monday!

Thank you so much! The doctor warned me at the outset that I might spend some time on bedrest, so I'm just looking at it as a possibility down the road.

:hugz: Let me know how you're doing while you wait. Wishing you many good movies to watch, many good books to read, and the best room service ever!

[Anubisa]

Sweetheart, i'll be praying for you. I've never been pregnant, but I want to one day and I wish you the best. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

[Willow Rosette]

Im soo excited to hear what the Dr has to say!! You know Im here for you honey in any way you need me! Always!!!

[alwaysfallingup]

Well, yesterday/today was sort of a mixed bag. I got to the Dr's office and everything seemed to go fine. I had a Doppler scan and heard the baby's heart beat and moving, so that was great, although they decided to wait until week 20 to do the next ultrasound. I asked some questions and got some answers I needed, a pretty boring and uneventful visit, for which I was happy and grateful.

However, right after I left the office, I started itching across my chest. It was weird. Then my arms started. I noticed a tiny, red raised series of bumps forming across my arms. It was very itchy. I called the doctor back and told her what was happening. She said to take some Benadryl, and if I didn't feel better in the morning, to come back.

Well, the rash just got worse and worse. It spread over my entire body, and the bumps got so close together it looks like a sunburn instead of a rash. I tried everything I could think of to get relief--oatmeal bath, Benadryl cream, benzocaine cream, calamine lotion. I continued to take the Benadryl as directed. Nothing helped. I was miserable and couldn't sleep because I kept waking myself up with scrubbing my skin raw scratching in my sleep.

At three in the morning, I woke Preston up because inside my nose and mouth/throat were now itching. It scared me, because I was worried if the rash was spreading there, it might affect my breathing.

We went to the ER. I waited for almost three hours, and the doctor didn't inspire much confidence in me. He barely spoke to me, mumbled a lot, and didn't seem to know what medicines to give me. He told me he was going to go look up "what classes were okay for first trimester....B? Cat C? Cat D?". He just didn't remember. That seemed problematic for a couple of reasons, since I am four months along and no longer in the first trimester. He also said it could be a reaction to something or a virus, he didn't know. But, he didn't do any blood tests or a urinalysis or anything.

He never came back. A nurse came in, gave me a Benadryl (which I had been taking all night with no relief) and a shot of Tagamet in the rear end. She gave me a prescription for Benadryl and Tagamet and said I should feel better in 25 minutes or so and that I should follow up with a doctor.

Well, it is now 9:30 am, and I am not feeling any better. I am still covered head to toe with this rash and am miserable. I itch so much I feel like tearing my skin off and starting again. I'm worried if this will have an effect on the baby. I have an appointment with my ob this afternoon, so we'll see what happens there. At least I'm confident in her ability to do her job.

Ugh.

(note: posted to my pregnancy journal for record-keeping)

[banondraig]

Well, yesterday/today was sort of a mixed bag. I got to the Dr's office and everything seemed to go fine. I had a Doppler scan and heard the baby's heart beat and moving, so that was great, although they decided to wait until week 20 to do the next ultrasound. I asked some questions and got some answers I needed, a pretty boring and uneventful visit, for which I was happy and grateful.

However, right after I left the office, I started itching across my chest. It was weird. Then my arms started. I noticed a tiny, red raised series of bumps forming across my arms. It was very itchy. I called the doctor back and told her what was happening. She said to take some Benadryl, and if I didn't feel better in the morning, to come back.

Well, the rash just got worse and worse. It spread over my entire body, and the bumps got so close together it looks like a sunburn instead of a rash. I tried everything I could think of to get relief--oatmeal bath, Benadryl cream, benzocaine cream, calamine lotion. I continued to take the Benadryl as directed. Nothing helped. I was miserable and couldn't sleep because I kept waking myself up with scrubbing my skin raw scratching in my sleep.

At three in the morning, I woke Preston up because inside my nose and mouth/throat were now itching. It scared me, because I was worried if the rash was spreading there, it might affect my breathing.

We went to the ER. I waited for almost three hours, and the doctor didn't inspire much confidence in me. He barely spoke to me, mumbled a lot, and didn't seem to know what medicines to give me. He told me he was going to go look up "what classes were okay for first trimester....B? Cat C? Cat D?". He just didn't remember. That seemed problematic for a couple of reasons, since I am four months along and no longer in the first trimester. He also said it could be a reaction to something or a virus, he didn't know. But, he didn't do any blood tests or a urinalysis or anything.

He never came back. A nurse came in, gave me a Benadryl (which I had been taking all night with no relief) and a shot of Tagamet in the rear end. She gave me a prescription for Benadryl and Tagamet and said I should feel better in 25 minutes or so and that I should follow up with a doctor.

Well, it is now 9:30 am, and I am not feeling any better. I am still covered head to toe with this rash and am miserable. I itch so much I feel like tearing my skin off and starting again. I'm worried if this will have an effect on the baby. I have an appointment with my ob this afternoon, so we'll see what happens there. At least I'm confident in her ability to do her job.

Ugh.

(note: posted to my pregnancy journal for record-keeping)


:shaker:

:hugz::hugz::hugz::hugz::hugz:

[Laoghaire]

I know it's not exactly the season anymore, but... Strawberries?

[alwaysfallingup]

I'm still covered head to toe and still itchy. I also have a big, hard knot developing on the top of my right breast/underarm area. It looks like it's sort of coming to a head or something. It's tender and hot to the touch. I'm thinking now I've been bitten by something maybe.

I'm going to my OB's right now, so that I know anything they give me will be safe for the baby.

[Willow Rosette]

Ohhh Honey that is awfull. Im so glad your going back to see the dr you have faith in. Im lighting a candle for you right now that whatever this is goes quickly away!! Please keep us updated!!

:hugz: :hugz:

[HetHert]

I hope your OB does a much better job of getting you fixed up than that ER doc!

I'm watching this thread for z updates.

Your in my thoughts! :hugz:

[Lunacie]

I'm still covered head to toe and still itchy. I also have a big, hard knot developing on the top of my right breast/underarm area. It looks like it's sort of coming to a head or something. It's tender and hot to the touch. I'm thinking now I've been bitten by something maybe.

I'm going to my OB's right now, so that I know anything they give me will be safe for the baby.

Sending healthy energies as we wait for an update! :hugz:

[DaNcInG_WiNd]

Ok, I am out of the loop...lol

First of all, congratz on the pregnancy! Second of all, sending energies for you to get over the itchy rash. (((((Hugs)))))

[Willow Rosette]

How are you feeling??? I am worried about you!

[alwaysfallingup]

Sorry I haven't updated before this. I've spent most of the last two days sleeping because the medicine they gave me is knocking me out.

Okay...I went to my OB's. She was shocked by the way I looked...I was BRIGHT red all over, like a horrible sunburn. She got to looking at me and told me that what I had wasn't a true rash...it was actually petekia (sp?) from the capillaries bursting under my skin and bleeding. By this time, the bite site is red and swollen and hot to the touch, tender and several inches across. She couldn't believe they didn't keep me at the ER for monitoring for a while, or at least do a doppler to make sure everything was okay there.

She gave me a shot, prescribed antibiotics (Bactrin, I think is how it's spelled) for the bite and Reglan for the itching and reaction. She then did a doppler to listen for the baby, and thank the Goddess, everything is fine there.

I have to go back to be looked at again, because the bite spot is just getting bigger and bigger, so I'm a little worried there. I have no idea what kind of bite it is, or even if it's some kind of sting, because I didn't feel it when it happened. But, whatever it was, I was SERIOUSLY allergic. So, I'm going to have to keep an eye out still, and she said that if I start to feel it in my nose or throat again, I have to go to the ER immediately.

In the meantime, I am just going to take Aveeno baths and sleep. :smile: And not scratch! Really! I'm going to stop! As soon as I get this spot.....

[Lunacie]

Oh dear, I'm so sorry that you such a bad reaction to the bite. I recently had to deal with poison ivy so I understand how hard it is not to scratch. Hopefully the meds will help ASAP and in the meantime we usually don't scratch while we're sleeping so sleeping is probably good. Glad to hear the little one is still safe and snug. :smile:

Sending anti-anaphylactic energies your way! :hugz:

[Willow Rosette]

Im glad the baby is doing well but you poor thing!! You are staying in my prayers honey intill you are feeling all better. Sleep and healing energies sent your way!

[Shanti]

Hows it going hon?
Thinking of you.

[FaeDragon]

I haven't been around for awhile but I wanted to say ...

CONGRATS!!! :boing:

From one cyster to another, I am thinking of you and sending healthy baby vibes all day, every day!

I hope you are feeling better. Is your allergies clearing up yet? I am glad to hear little Bean is ok.

you take care of yourself and come back and let us know what's going on in that beuatiful belly of yours.

[alwaysfallingup]

I'm doing better. I feel a lot less itchy, but the bite site is still pretty nasty-looking. It's red and blotchy and bruised and the exact spot of the bite is sunken in, like a volcano. It's pretty gross. I'm keeping an eye on it, and of course, Preston is worrying over it like a mother hen. :)

I'm still taking the meds and am getting a little better every day. I'm just hoping the bite itself will get better because it's really a mess.

Thanks for all the good thoughts and energies!

[Rowan Darkmoon]

First off, congratulations on your pregnancy!! :)

You are in southern IL? My guess is that you were bit by a brown recluse spider, we have them in west/southern IL and they are nasty. A couple of the patients I work with got bitten last year, and they developed very similar symptoms to yours although their allergic reaction was much less severe.

They like to live in wood, and can nest in headboards, so often they bite you in your sleep and you don't even notice.

Keep an eye on the area of the bite, and stay in contact with your doctor. The bites can become necrotic and very badly infected. I wish you the best of luck with everything!

[Willow Rosette]

You never told us...Did the Dr till you if the little bun was a blue bun or pink????

[Clair de la Lune]

Oh honey! I came in for an update, and what happens in my absence... good grief!! :cutie:

I hope you feel better and heal up soon. Glad the itching is slowing down. I hope you return back to normal in a jiffy!:uhhuhuh:

I will pray for you and your growing family tonight. :hugz:

Take good care of yourself and keep updating us,
Clair

[Clair de la Lune]

Prayer sent!:smile:

[alwaysfallingup]

Thank you for your prayers, Clair! I really appreciate it!

Willow, the doc is making me wait! So, we have three more weeks before we find out. At the next visit they do the 4D color ultrasound and make a DVD of it for us, and we will find out if it's a boy or a girl. So, more waiting. :boing:

[Willow Rosette]

Thank you for your prayers, Clair! I really appreciate it!

Willow, the doc is making me wait! So, we have three more weeks before we find out. At the next visit they do the 4D color ultrasound and make a DVD of it for us, and we will find out if it's a boy or a girl. So, more waiting. :boing:

Ohhhh that sucks!! I was so looking forward to finding out. Have you settled on names yet?

How are you feeling?

[alwaysfallingup]

I'm having a crazy streak of weird health stuff. First, the bug bite and subsequent reaction. Then, two days ago, I threw up so hard I blacked both my eyes! I didn't even know it was possible, but I broke the blood vessels around my eyes and across the bridge of my nose. Today, I pulled something in my back with vomiting. My doctor thinks the antibiotics I'm taking for the bite is making me throw up so hard.

But, honestly, I'm trying to be cheerful about the whole thing, because I know in the end, I will definitely forget all about all this stuff!

[Glowy]

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But, honestly, I'm trying to be cheerful about the whole thing, because I know in the end, I will definitely forget all about all this stuff![/quote]


nope, just will make your pregnancy story to your child and friends more interesting:cutie:

I hope you feel better soon!!

I am so excited to know if it is a pink or blue bun!

*Smooch to you and baby always smiling up at you.

[Faol-chù]

My doctor thinks the antibiotics I'm taking for the bite is making me throw up so hard.


Ask your doctor if it would be feasible for you to take probiotics...

At the very least, try to eat some organic yogurt. You will likely find that that helps, at least a little. (Maybe even a lot.)

Hope you feel better soon!

[alwaysfallingup]

I've been eating yogurt in the mornings, because it's one of the few things that doesn't make me so sick earlier in the day. However, today is my last day of the antibiotics, so I'm really happy about that.

The bite site looks a lot better...it still has a big, hollow hole in the middle, though. Preston looks at it every night and shakes his head.

[FaeDragon]

(((Hugs)))

I hope you start feeling better soon!

You could always use the story of how sick your were while pregnant to get your child to do their chores! :uhhuhuh: Then again, that may not work. My mom tried that, I still never did anything. :smileroll

I am anxiously awaiting to hear updates as they come in! Eeeee! :smile:

[Willow Rosette]

LMAO Glowy is right, you wont forget about the throwing up it will just become part of the story you tell.

I was seriously sick when I was pregnant with toria. The only thing that worked for me was a mixture of raspberry and mint that I drank 24 hours a day.

[Willow Rosette]

Update?? How are you feeling???

[alwaysfallingup]

I'm doing pretty well. Still sick, but not as much as a few weeks ago, and the bite is completely healed. I wish I felt the baby moving, but nothing yet. I got to the doctor on...is it the first or the second? I'll have to look at my calender. But, that's the visit where we find out if we have a little girl or a little boy in there. I'm really excited to see the baby wiggle around. It always alleviates all my worries and makes me feel happy and secure about the pregnancy.

[Clair de la Lune]

Alwaysfallingup,

I'm so excited for you!!! Best wishes for you and Persephone as she starts letting you know she is in there!!:hahugh:

I wish you and Persephone abundant health!

:hugz:
Clair

[Wood Nymph]

Reiki coming to you and Persephone.

*hugs*

[shamannathwife Tasha]

Congrats i wish i was pregnant i have always wanted a baby, Maybe someday. Wish u lukk and ur in my prayers

[alwaysfallingup]

Thanks for all the good wishes, everyone. We're doing well and hanging in there. I honestly didn't expect to make it this far, and I think that all of your support has a lot to do with it. :uhhuhuh: