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Posted by woolav on July 6, 2005, at 10:11:45
I am really freaked out, I havent taken a test yet, but I am usually pretty regular and Im late. The major problem(s) are the meds I take. My pdoc said they could cause birth defects. I dont want to have a child with problems (sorry for sounding horrible) Plus another concern of mine is if i am, and i stop taking meds, what will happen to me? I need meds to live basically. I dont know what to do??????
Help
S
Posted by AuntieMel on July 6, 2005, at 11:49:15
In reply to Could I be Pregnant? HELP, posted by woolav on July 6, 2005, at 10:11:45
The test will tell. The meds could also cause you to be late.
There's a good chance the doc is being extra, extra, extra cautious about the meds. Have you done any independent research on them to look for problems?
Good luck.
Posted by carolina on July 6, 2005, at 12:32:43
In reply to Could I be Pregnant? HELP, posted by woolav on July 6, 2005, at 10:11:45
i was just in the same sit. go take a test to get the stress of not knowing off u.then take things 1 step at a time.it may not seem like it now but things WILL work out.ive taken meds through both my pregnancies where my boys lived(im high risk) and they r perfectly healthy.i am like clockwork and my 2nd baby was not even 6 months old and i was late. i was already 6 wks preg b4 i took a test b/c i had been soooo careful that i didnt think i could be but... i was scared b/c i worried what my meds had done and the drs were telling me my hcg levels werent doubling and i just couldnt bring myself 2 have an abortion even though they told me something wasnt right.dont get me wrong,i had even scheduled an appt 2 terminate the preg but couldnt do it-i decided to leave it up 2 God and im not a very religous person. well they did the 4th ultrasound and told me that she was fine,healthy w a good heartbeat and 3 days later i found out the same day they gave me her 1st pic she became an angel.the best thing u can do is 1-take a test and depending on the results, see an ob dr asap. they know a lot of women r on meds that they need,even during pregnancy and can answer questions and tell u their medical opion regarding ur meds and if u r and decide to terminate the preg. seek help b/c i had a friend who became more depressed and got into heavy drinking and drugs 2 cope w/ the pain. im here either way-take care
Posted by woolav on July 6, 2005, at 15:31:35
In reply to Re: Could I be Pregnant? HELP, posted by carolina on July 6, 2005, at 12:32:43
Thank you both, good advise. I need to get the test before worrying about the next steps...
Sandy
Posted by Tamar on July 6, 2005, at 17:47:49
In reply to Could I be Pregnant? HELP, posted by woolav on July 6, 2005, at 10:11:45
> I am really freaked out, I havent taken a test yet, but I am usually pretty regular and Im late. The major problem(s) are the meds I take. My pdoc said they could cause birth defects. I dont want to have a child with problems (sorry for sounding horrible) Plus another concern of mine is if i am, and i stop taking meds, what will happen to me? I need meds to live basically. I dont know what to do??????
> Help
> SHow late are you?
There are all kinds of reasons for being late. Are you expriencing nausea, extreme tiredness and sore breasts? Other symptoms in addition to being late could be more of an indication than lateness on its own.
I know what it's like to face the risk of birth defects; I had an unplanned diabetic pregnancy last year and that carries risks of various birth defects, and miscarriage, and all sorts of problems. But the point about the word 'risk' is that it's not a certainty. My baby was fine, and most are. So don't despair. Try to take it one step at a time if you can. And I guess the first step is the test so you will know for sure.
I hope it goes the way you want it to go.
Tamar
Posted by Jazzed on July 6, 2005, at 22:55:57
In reply to Could I be Pregnant? HELP, posted by woolav on July 6, 2005, at 10:11:45
> I am really freaked out, I havent taken a test yet, but I am usually pretty regular and Im late. The major problem(s) are the meds I take. My pdoc said they could cause birth defects. I dont want to have a child with problems (sorry for sounding horrible) Plus another concern of mine is if i am, and i stop taking meds, what will happen to me? I need meds to live basically. I dont know what to do??????
> HelpDeep breath, deep breath. I know exactly how you feel, but I agree with Tamar, the meds can make you late. they've done that to me. Wait until after the test b4 you begin to even think of the consequences. And, btw, you are not horrible for worrying about the health of a child, or your ability to care for a child with defects. Perfectly normal worries! If you need the meds, there is no question, you have to take the meds. I'm sure your p-doc will be there for you to help you. If you're not pregnant have you considered some type of birth control? I know this sounds mean, I don't mean to be, but I have been there and wasn't using any, so I can see what you're going through.
(((hugs))))
Jazzy
Posted by woolav on July 7, 2005, at 8:00:31
In reply to Re: Could I be Pregnant? HELP » woolav, posted by Jazzed on July 6, 2005, at 22:55:57
Well...the test was negative. I took one of those early response ones, because im only about 2 weeks late. (but I am never late normally) so I dont know whats going on..
This whole experiance has made me realize that I need to go to the GYN and either get my tubes tied or get an IUD.
Thanks for all your support...........
hugs.
S
Posted by Jazzed on July 7, 2005, at 8:04:42
In reply to Re: Took the test, posted by woolav on July 7, 2005, at 8:00:31
> Well...the test was negative. I took one of those early response ones, because im only about 2 weeks late. (but I am never late normally) so I dont know whats going on..
> This whole experiance has made me realize that I need to go to the GYN and either get my tubes tied or get an IUD.
> Thanks for all your support...........
> hugs.
> SPhew! So happy for you. Now you don't have to stress out about this whole thing.
(((hugs)))
Jazzy
Posted by carolina on July 7, 2005, at 9:10:15
In reply to Re: Took the test, posted by woolav on July 7, 2005, at 8:00:31
> Well...the test was negative. I took one of those early response ones, because im only about 2 weeks late. (but I am never late normally) so I dont know whats going on..
> This whole experiance has made me realize that I need to go to the GYN and either get my tubes tied or get an IUD.
> Thanks for all your support...........
> hugs.
> Sim glad the test was negative. just 2 let u know- i know of some1 that had an IUD and it somehow got twisted or lodged wrong and caused her MAJOR pain,surgery,etc. i have asked 3 different ob/gyn drs about the IUD and they had different opinions on the safety,etc. so just wanted u 2 know 2 check it out. please let me know what u find out b/c i wanted the Norplant(the 5 year things in ur upper arm)but they took it off the market b/c it was unsafe.?? since i just lost my 4th baby im going back on the patch-it worked good 4 me for years w/o bad side effects. ive thought about getting my tubes tied also but im only 28 and im not 100% i dont want anymore children so im giving it time. please let me know ur ok after u c ur doc-always here,abbey
Posted by Tamar on July 8, 2005, at 20:23:24
In reply to Re: Took the test, posted by woolav on July 7, 2005, at 8:00:31
> Well...the test was negative. I took one of those early response ones, because im only about 2 weeks late. (but I am never late normally) so I dont know whats going on..
> This whole experiance has made me realize that I need to go to the GYN and either get my tubes tied or get an IUD.
> Thanks for all your support...........
> hugs.
> SI'm glad it was negative! (Because that seems to be what you hoped for.)
Just one cautionary remark: if you're as much as two weeks late, you should take another test in another week (unless your period starts). The tests aren't infallible.
Going to the gyn sounds like an excellent plan.
I hope your period comes very soon to put your mind completely at rest.
Tamar
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