Not A Good Visit To The Doctor

[becka]

I had my first prenatal appointment for this pregnancy on Wednesday. I was really excited going in but coming out of it I was just freaked out.

First of all my doctor found a lump in one of my breasts. They can't do a mammogram because of the pregnancy so she wants me to go to a breast surgeon to have them take a look. She found a lump a few years ago that turned out to not be anything and that is probably the case now as well but it is still frightening to think about the possibilities - especially when I am pregnant this time around. It is just too scary to even think about. I can't get in to the surgeon until July 16th so I just get to sit around and worry.

Secondly, she really scared me about my blood pressure. It was fine the other day but I had pre-eclampsia and ended up in the hospital with DS so it is a concern. I knew she would want to watch me pretty closely but it still kind of scared me to actually hear it from her. I figured that traveling for Christmas (one month before my due date) was not going to be allowed and I was right but then I asked her if Thanksgiving would be OK. Her response: "Well if you are still pregnant at Thanksgiving...."! I had BETTER still be pregnant at Thanksgiving! That would be over 2 months early and I just can't imagine. It made me think that she really feels that I am going to have a repeat of last time around. She told me to try not to stress over it because there is nothing I can do but it really just seemed to hit home a little too hard that I might really end up in just as bad a shape with this pregnancy as I was with Nathan. She said that if my BP starts going up she will put me on bed rest either at home or more likely in the hospital. I can just see me being in the hospital away from DS and possibly even at Christmas. The thought of it just make me about want to burst into tears.

I really naively thought that pregnancy would be so much easier the second time around because you know what to expect but it actually seems scarier for me this time. I am still really excited that we are going to have a new baby but a part of me is just completely terrified. I keep wondering if I made a mistake and if I should have just been happy with the one great kid we already have. I know that the pregnancy hormones are making me loopy and are probably making me feel worse but it has been a tough few days for me and I just wanted to get it out a little.

 

[isyne4u]

First...lots of pd for you with the lump and the blood pressure.

second....my baby was born one month ago yesterday because of the high blood pressure! He was 6 weeks early and I was told that if I get pregnant again it could be even earlier the next time. So I wouldn't plan a Thanksgiving trip this year.

Look at it as a chance to get really ready for Christmas early this year!

congrats on the pregnancy and keep the DIS posted on your progress!!

tara

 

[grinningghost]

The waiting is the hardest part. It always drives me nuts when I have to wait a considerable length of time to find out what, if anything, is wrong. Hang in there becka. Hopefully it will turn out to be nothing and you'll be able to control your blood pressure at home.

 

[mommytotwo]

no one needs this sort of pressure espeically when they are pregnant. I hope the lump is nothing serious and maybe once you find out what is going on, it will help your blood pressure.
It's hard to be away from family and friends during the holidays, but please think of yourself and your unborn child and take the different precautions needed.

 

[CamColt]

Oh Becka, I know this must be scary for you, but please try not to worry. Since it sounds like the best thing for you to do is take it easy, really try to relax and not worry too much(easier said than done, I know). Nathan needs you to be healthy and so does the new baby. And as tough as it is now, just think how much it will all be worth it when you are holding your little bundle of joy in your arms....and taking him/her to WDW. You will get through this. Hang in there and try to take it easy.
Good luck when you get the lump checked out too. Hopefully that will be the same as last time.

 

[Pooh67_68]

 

[Boots]

Saying a prayer for good things to happen and sending a {{{{{{{HUG}}}}}}}.

 

[Disneylvr]

Hang in there and concentrate on thinking positive thoughts. Enjoy this gorgeous Missouri weather today and relax outside with your family or a good book. I'll be praying for good news from your doctor next week.

P.S. Last year you helped me through the blood pressure problems I had in my own pregnancy. Thank you! It was great having someone to talk to who had been there, done that. Let me know if I can help you now.

 

[Talking Hands]

The pre-eclampsia doesn't always happen the second time. I had it bad with my first and went full term with my second with no problems. Diabetic with both but well controlled the second pregnancy. Lots of pixie dust for a good pregnancy this time.

 

[DisneyBug1995]

I had high blood pressure with my first pregnancy and had to be induced early. When I got pregnant the second time my doctor assured me that every pregnancy is different. He was right I carried my son full term with no complications. Just keep think good thoughts. Good luck with your pregnancy.

 

[Pin Wizard]

Hugs and prayers for you and the baby, Becka! I'm sure it's very frightening. Just do what the doctor tells you. I'll be praying that lump is benign and nothing to worry about. The last 4-6 weeks of my pregnancy I was in the hospital more than out because of blood pressure. Hated it, was bored as anything. I actually asked my doctor if I could go home, and I promised not to do anything! Pre-eclampsia stinks!! Let's not even visit the swollen feet and ankles. I'll keep you in my prayers. Bless you!!!

 

[ugadog99]

 

[cati]

Becka, so sorry you had bad news. The waiting is always the hardest. We will pray that the surgeon says that he does not feel it is anything and that it is just hormones.

I have never had pre-clamsia so I can not help you with that. I did lose 7 children through miscarriage and tubal pregnancies so I do understand what the stress and waiting is like. I will be praying for you and your little one.

 

[*Fantasia*]

Sending you lots of ~~**~~Pixie Dust~~**~~ and keeping you in my prayers.

 

[powellrj]

 

[wishuponastarforever]

Please try not to worry. Easy to say I know but positive thoughts can influence your health.

 

[Serena]

 

[DebbieB]

Can they do a sonogram on the lump? I've had cyst problems and they could tell by sonogram that they were nothing.

Best wishes to you!

 

[Kteacher]

I'm sorry Becka I know it's hard, but try not to get too stressed out

 

[damo]

Originally posted by DebbieB
Can they do a sonogram on the lump? I've had cyst problems and they could tell by sonogram that they were nothing.

Best wishes to you!

I was thinking the same thing Becka. Please try not to worry but waiting until the 16th is a very long time! Check out the sonogram.