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Wednesday, January 30, 2013
Tuesday, January 29, 2013
My Wonky Thyroid
I had my follow-up with Dr. H yesterday and may I say I am so glad that I've added an endo to the mix. She fascinates me...I love how she takes the time to explain everything so thoroughly. She does not accept insurance so that she can spend more time with her patients. I really like that I have not felt rushed during my appointments.
So...my wonky thyroid...when I saw Dr. H in December she didn't think I really needed to be on the Syn.throid and took me off of it. When Dr. A did my blood work last Friday my TSH came back elevated. When Dr. H had me go in for labwork it was the same...right around 6, so too high to say the least. Back to the Syn.throid I go - this time 100mcg for 2 weeks, then I'll step down to 75mcg. She told me not to worry that she's going to make sure I have plenty so there is no damage to the baby (it was SO weird to have her say baby). She told me that during the first trimester the concern is going to be focused on the baby and after that we'll talk more about me because the baby will have it's own thyroid by then. Again...so bizarre to have her talking so far into the future. All I could think was that we may not be worrying about any of that in 3 weeks. BUT I am trying to stay positive...
Dr. H also had my glucose levels checked and she's concerned about how much insulin I am producing. Time for me to cut my sugars and carbs. She said she does not want me gaining more than 20lbs during this pregnancy. I've been researching low carb meals today and am going to do a lot of meal planning.
More labs for me in 2 weeks and then another appointment with Dr. H in 3 weeks...really hoping we are still in the game then!
So...my wonky thyroid...when I saw Dr. H in December she didn't think I really needed to be on the Syn.throid and took me off of it. When Dr. A did my blood work last Friday my TSH came back elevated. When Dr. H had me go in for labwork it was the same...right around 6, so too high to say the least. Back to the Syn.throid I go - this time 100mcg for 2 weeks, then I'll step down to 75mcg. She told me not to worry that she's going to make sure I have plenty so there is no damage to the baby (it was SO weird to have her say baby). She told me that during the first trimester the concern is going to be focused on the baby and after that we'll talk more about me because the baby will have it's own thyroid by then. Again...so bizarre to have her talking so far into the future. All I could think was that we may not be worrying about any of that in 3 weeks. BUT I am trying to stay positive...
Dr. H also had my glucose levels checked and she's concerned about how much insulin I am producing. Time for me to cut my sugars and carbs. She said she does not want me gaining more than 20lbs during this pregnancy. I've been researching low carb meals today and am going to do a lot of meal planning.
More labs for me in 2 weeks and then another appointment with Dr. H in 3 weeks...really hoping we are still in the game then!
Monday, January 28, 2013
Mixed emotions
P.U.P.O. - pregnant until proven otherwise...that is how I am feeling about this one right now.
It does not feel real to me and I am nervous about what we will or won't see during Friday's u/s. I am truly trying to take it one day at a time and enjoy each moment I have with "Cinco". I figure it's not going to do me any good to worry from one week to the next, so I am trying really hard to stay calm and not think about it every time I have a minute free. I did pick up my knitting this week. It was nice to start it again...I figure if this doesn't work out, I'll just pack it away again like I did after Fred left us. I think knitting helps me remain positive and not think about all of the ways things can go wrong.
I have a follow-up appointment with my endocrinologist this afternoon and boy am I glad I do...Dr. A called on Friday afternoon about my TSH level. He said it was a little high and he wanted me back on the Synthroid...when I told him about today's appointment, he was okay with me waiting until today to find out what Dr. H has to say about my wonky thyroid. He also said he was planning on calling Dr. H. It feels really good that he's fighting so hard with us to make sure we do everything we can to have a positive outcome this time around.
It does not feel real to me and I am nervous about what we will or won't see during Friday's u/s. I am truly trying to take it one day at a time and enjoy each moment I have with "Cinco". I figure it's not going to do me any good to worry from one week to the next, so I am trying really hard to stay calm and not think about it every time I have a minute free. I did pick up my knitting this week. It was nice to start it again...I figure if this doesn't work out, I'll just pack it away again like I did after Fred left us. I think knitting helps me remain positive and not think about all of the ways things can go wrong.
I have a follow-up appointment with my endocrinologist this afternoon and boy am I glad I do...Dr. A called on Friday afternoon about my TSH level. He said it was a little high and he wanted me back on the Synthroid...when I told him about today's appointment, he was okay with me waiting until today to find out what Dr. H has to say about my wonky thyroid. He also said he was planning on calling Dr. H. It feels really good that he's fighting so hard with us to make sure we do everything we can to have a positive outcome this time around.
Friday, January 25, 2013
This morning
I am finally at my desk at work, so I have time to tell y'all more about this morning. Both J, Dr. A and I were pretty anxious about how this visit was going to go. As soon as Dr. A got the wand up there I thought I saw a sac...he moved around a bit and sure enough there was a sac! He said you could see a little something in there and everything looked just the way it should for 5 weeks. There was only one little one in there, so no multiples! I did not ask about the high hcg level...Dr. A didn't bring it up as a concern, so I decided to not worry about it. I go back again next week to check on the progress...fingers crossed we get to hear a heartbeat. :)
I am back on my drug regimen of baby aspirin, folic acid, prom.etrium, and pred.nisone. No PIO shots for me! Dr. A was very happy with my progesterone level of 24, especially because it was on my own without any sort of supplement.
I am going to still try to take this one day at a time...real test will be in three weeks.
So funny story for you from the waiting room at Dr. A's...so J and I were sitting there both on our phones while waiting our turn to be called. The woman who was sitting one chair away from me turned to ask me a question. I didn't understand what she said at first, because I was shocked she broke the "no talking" rule in the waiting room...especially talking to another patient! Well, she asked if I've had blood drawn there before...I said yes. She said she's never had trouble having blood drawn before, but at their office it's a nightmare. She said she was anxious just waiting to be called back. So I told her my story of how I am known in the office as a hard stuck, but when I went to Que.st for a blood draw this week the tech said I was not a hard stick at all. The tech actually apologized to me that the doctor's office has not done a better job with me. I was pretty surprised to learn I was not the only one who had trouble with blood draws at Dr. A's office.
Hope y'all have a great weekend!!
I am back on my drug regimen of baby aspirin, folic acid, prom.etrium, and pred.nisone. No PIO shots for me! Dr. A was very happy with my progesterone level of 24, especially because it was on my own without any sort of supplement.
I am going to still try to take this one day at a time...real test will be in three weeks.
So funny story for you from the waiting room at Dr. A's...so J and I were sitting there both on our phones while waiting our turn to be called. The woman who was sitting one chair away from me turned to ask me a question. I didn't understand what she said at first, because I was shocked she broke the "no talking" rule in the waiting room...especially talking to another patient! Well, she asked if I've had blood drawn there before...I said yes. She said she's never had trouble having blood drawn before, but at their office it's a nightmare. She said she was anxious just waiting to be called back. So I told her my story of how I am known in the office as a hard stuck, but when I went to Que.st for a blood draw this week the tech said I was not a hard stick at all. The tech actually apologized to me that the doctor's office has not done a better job with me. I was pretty surprised to learn I was not the only one who had trouble with blood draws at Dr. A's office.
Hope y'all have a great weekend!!
Really quick update
I will give you more details when I get on a computer, but for now, I am happy to say all went well this morning! Dr A said all looked great for 5 weeks :)
Wednesday, January 23, 2013
Is it Friday yet??
I hadn't heard from the doctor's office about our next steps so I sent an email this afternoon. Thankfully, it only took a few minutes for me to receive a reply.
Hi There…It looks great!
C will schedule you for US on Friday when I am here and I will see you then
Best!
I will admit it, I used Dr. Goo.gle this morning to figure out the high hcg level and not everything I found was positive, so I quickly closed it. Thankfully, right after doing that I had an appointment with my therapist! She was pretty surprised with my answer to "So, how are things going?" hehe.
I am still in awe of all that is going on and I am trying really, really hard to take it step by step.
Tuesday, January 22, 2013
I finally received the call...
Are you sitting down? if not, I'll give you a moment to sit or find a wall to lean up against.
Ready? here is the result of my hcg:
To quote Penny from Big Bang Theory - holy crap on a cracker!!
I was hoping for something around 100 - 150 ...I never ever thought I'd hear something in the 3000 range!
The nurse said most likely I won't need to go in for a second beta but will schedule an ultrasound. They are calling me back tomorrow.
My progesterone was 24...over 20, so that is good, but the doctor will look at it and decide if we need to supplement.
Wow - I am over the moon. Maybe this is real??
Ready? here is the result of my hcg:
3153!!!
To quote Penny from Big Bang Theory - holy crap on a cracker!!
I was hoping for something around 100 - 150 ...I never ever thought I'd hear something in the 3000 range!
The nurse said most likely I won't need to go in for a second beta but will schedule an ultrasound. They are calling me back tomorrow.
My progesterone was 24...over 20, so that is good, but the doctor will look at it and decide if we need to supplement.
Wow - I am over the moon. Maybe this is real??
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