swty7284
Sep 2, 2013, 02:38 AM
Hi all,
I am new to AMHD and this is my first post.
I have a 4 year old daughter and pregnant with my 2nd. I am 14 weeks pregnant, which is unplanned. Though there are some financial constraints, we decided to keep the baby since we felt it's a gift from God (specially given my irregular periods, PCOD prob. husband's low sperm count etc) since we thought we'd never be able to have another child...
On Thursday I had the NT scan and the doctor said there is a high risk of Down's syndrome in the baby, risk being 1 in 24 with NT measuring 3.1. Based on my age (30years) she said the risk is high. She suggested Amniocentesis in the 16th week. We took a 2nd opinion (fresh scan) and a third and everyone gave a different risk factor,, 3.3 NT and 2.45 NT but high risk since NT had extended beyond the normal measurement etc etc,, actually, it confused us. The third doc suggested a CVS or a double marker if we want to confirm the risk. We took the double marker test and the results are due the day after. M dead scared... My husband is suggesting we go for CVS though the risk of miscarriage is 1:100 and there are other risks associated with it.
My concern
CVS risk-miscarriage, respiratory problems, underdevelopment of lungs (from internet),, etc etc,, should I go ahead?
Amniocentesis... yet again, risk,,
Which is better, CVS or Amniocentesis?
If the double marker test shows high risk, what chances do I have to get a normal report in CVS?
Since this procedure is new in India, all doctors are suggesting it,, some purposefully,, my sister faced the same issue and she went ahead with amniocentesis... her co-sister was suggested the same stating high risk,, she refused to take any tests,, delivered healthy baby.
Other concern- finance,, both CVS and amniocentesis are costly and we can't afford it,, though CVS is cheaper, it has high risk,, we can arrange for cash somehow (insurance doesn't cover it) but if complications appear like leaking of amniotic fluid and if I need to be hospitalised, then its an issue,,
My parents said they will look after my daughter if I decide to go through any procedure, but they can't help financially since they are on limited income-pension...
I don't understand what to do. Given the risks, my health, my financial condition, I feel I better not take any tests and accept what is given,, but in case I deliver a baby with down's syndrome,, I have burdened everyone in the family, not only does the baby suffer its whole life, but so does my daughter, my husband,,
If I go for abortion, then I'l have a feeling that I gave up on what was given,,
Mixed emotions playing with me,,
Can someone please give me more info on CVS and amniocentesis,, on abortions, on taking care of a child with down's syndrome,, on being emotionally well if I opt for abortion,, I need to be prepared for everything...
I am new to AMHD and this is my first post.
I have a 4 year old daughter and pregnant with my 2nd. I am 14 weeks pregnant, which is unplanned. Though there are some financial constraints, we decided to keep the baby since we felt it's a gift from God (specially given my irregular periods, PCOD prob. husband's low sperm count etc) since we thought we'd never be able to have another child...
On Thursday I had the NT scan and the doctor said there is a high risk of Down's syndrome in the baby, risk being 1 in 24 with NT measuring 3.1. Based on my age (30years) she said the risk is high. She suggested Amniocentesis in the 16th week. We took a 2nd opinion (fresh scan) and a third and everyone gave a different risk factor,, 3.3 NT and 2.45 NT but high risk since NT had extended beyond the normal measurement etc etc,, actually, it confused us. The third doc suggested a CVS or a double marker if we want to confirm the risk. We took the double marker test and the results are due the day after. M dead scared... My husband is suggesting we go for CVS though the risk of miscarriage is 1:100 and there are other risks associated with it.
My concern
CVS risk-miscarriage, respiratory problems, underdevelopment of lungs (from internet),, etc etc,, should I go ahead?
Amniocentesis... yet again, risk,,
Which is better, CVS or Amniocentesis?
If the double marker test shows high risk, what chances do I have to get a normal report in CVS?
Since this procedure is new in India, all doctors are suggesting it,, some purposefully,, my sister faced the same issue and she went ahead with amniocentesis... her co-sister was suggested the same stating high risk,, she refused to take any tests,, delivered healthy baby.
Other concern- finance,, both CVS and amniocentesis are costly and we can't afford it,, though CVS is cheaper, it has high risk,, we can arrange for cash somehow (insurance doesn't cover it) but if complications appear like leaking of amniotic fluid and if I need to be hospitalised, then its an issue,,
My parents said they will look after my daughter if I decide to go through any procedure, but they can't help financially since they are on limited income-pension...
I don't understand what to do. Given the risks, my health, my financial condition, I feel I better not take any tests and accept what is given,, but in case I deliver a baby with down's syndrome,, I have burdened everyone in the family, not only does the baby suffer its whole life, but so does my daughter, my husband,,
If I go for abortion, then I'l have a feeling that I gave up on what was given,,
Mixed emotions playing with me,,
Can someone please give me more info on CVS and amniocentesis,, on abortions, on taking care of a child with down's syndrome,, on being emotionally well if I opt for abortion,, I need to be prepared for everything...