So, my 2nd beta came back at an 84. It was a 64 on Wednesday, so it didn't even come close to doubling. My doctor said it didn't double like it should have and we could repeat the test next week and said I could pick the day (Monday, Wednesday or Friday) and of course, I picked Monday. I asked him if there was a chance I could lose this pregnancy and he said yes. Since then, I've had pretty sharp cramping pains...no blood yet. So, I'm guessing it's pretty much over. :(

Is there any hope left? Has there been anyone that had their numbers not double and it just turned out to be a slow grower and a successful pregnancy? Should I not keep my hopes up about this? I don't know what to think!?!?!:confused:

Hi Krissi,

Im sorry to hear about your 2nd beta results. Don't throw in the towel yet. You have received so many miracles and this just may be another one! I will keep you and your family and new little one in my thoughts and prayers. Hang in there!

Koukla

km...I am soooo sorry!!! I certainly know how you are feeling. There is nothing I can say to make it any better! I just hope things do go better for you on Monday. I am thinking about you!!!

Km, I'm soooo sorry your numbers didn't double. It's not over til it's over, so hang in there. (((hug))) I'll be praying for a miracle for you, sweetie.

Oh no KM! I'm so sorry. Of course I can't say anything to make it feel better, but I will definitely keep you in my thoughts this weekend. I hope Monday comes quickly. - April

Oh no sweetie, I am SO sorry. :( I really wish there was something I could say to make you feel better as I can imagine how upset this has you. I'll also be keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. Fingers crossed for a miracle. (((hugs))) for now.

My first beta came back at a 64. Two days later, it was only an 84 which was this past Friday. My doctor wants me to repeat the test...so I will tomorrow.
My question is, can you have an hcg level that doesn't double normally in the beginning of your pregnancy, and still everything be okay?:confused:

I'm going through a similar situation. I have researched hcg levels on the internet and 15% of pregnant women have slow rising numbers.

My numbers were doubling normally until I reached 4,000. I have been worried sick, as I'm sure you are too.

I think you should try to relax and wait and see what your numbers do tomorrow. We may just be part of the 15% slow risers!

Keep us updated and God bless. :angel:

Well, this is my 2nd pregnancy. And with my first, my number more than doubled each time...however, I did start out much lower at a 28. That's why I guess I was over confident with a 64...not expecting it to not double. I am so worried about tomorrow but we shall see. Good luck with your numbers. When will you know an answer?

ive heard some people talk about this on here and the posts that i read everything worked out. my dr never told me my hcg levels and im kinda happy about that because it probably would have just scared me if they werent perfect numbers. i hope everything works out ok. just try to think positive as the stress isnt good for your baby

KM, I'm so sorry to hear about this. I know you must be feeling just devastated. I'll be keeping you in my thoughts & prayers. I wish there was something I could say to make you feel better.

Holly

Hi ladies,

Try not to worry about it. I've seen this situation before where the numbers don't rise as they're "supposed to", but end up with healthy babies. As long as your not having any symptoms that something could be wrong, you're probably just fine! :)
I'm with sg--my doctor didn't ever tell me my numbers, and I couldn't be happier about it! I think it causes a lot of unnecessary stress in a lot of women.

Whiskers :)

my doctor doesn't give those numbers either, it seems to cause a lot of unneccessary stress.

Well, thanks everyone.:) It's just so hard right now because I'm not sure how it will go. I keep reading conflicting articles and posts. Some say that slow rising hcg levels almost always end in m/c. Some say that 15% of women can have slow rising hcg levels and carry to full term. ??? I am preparing myself that this could take a while but ultimately end badly...(I haven't started bleeding at all yet!) but I'm trying to enjoy the fact that I'm pregnant at the moment. I'm resting as much as possible and praying that this little one continues to grow and be healthy.:angel:

Well going through infertility, they (REs) check the numbers and then NEED to make sure they double...and sometimes check if they continue to double. It is a crazy game. When I went through it the first time, I panicked every time I went in for blood work (which was 4 times) but I got good news each time. Then, I had to handle the early sonograms and panicked at those...waiting for them to see that something could be wrong. But, I did enjoy the fact that I was constantly monitored, even though it was stressful. It's true though. I bet in normal pregnancies when you possibly don't know your levels and the doubling (or the lack there of), then there would be much less stress!! I think the less you know, the better. :angel:

Please do not double post the same message on multiple boards. I have combined your thread on the pregnancy board with this thread.

Thank you and I am praying for you.
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Km - I am so sorry to hear about all the anguish you've been going through (((HUGS))). I'm praying for you as you go in for your beta today (Monday). I think it is a very good sign that you're not bleeding... pls hang in there :angel: will be looking for your update.

Hi K
Hope all is well. I'm keeping my fingers crossed for you.
Amanda

Hi KM,

Sorry I am so late seeing this, I agree with Hazel, your not bleeding so that is a good sign. Try and stay stong.....hugs
Lisa

So my number only creeped up to a 93:(...from an 84 on Friday. That's only 9 points in 3 days!!!:mad: My IVF nurse just called and told me my RE wants me to stay on my meds and repeat the beta again this week. I don't understand!! :confused:Why would I continue to torture myself with this....The baby is obviously not growing like it should and it seems hopeless. I just want it to be over...I'm soo upset!

KM, I am so sorry sweetie. :( I wish there were words that could take your pain away. I know you want the agony to be over, but I have to think there is a chance things could work out if your dr's office wants you to stay on the meds. If your numbers are still going up, maybe 2 implanted & 1 isn't hanging on. Anything is possible. Sending you lots of hugs & prayers. I'll be thinking of you.

Holly

Km...I know exactly how you are feeling. This is identical to what happened to me, except that my doctor had me stop my progesterone and estrogen after the second beta. All I can say is that I am very sorry that you have to go through this...I know the pain!!!!!!!

KM, I can only tell you how sorry I am that you have to go through this. Hang in there this week...I'll be praying for your miracle to hold on tight. - April

KM, hang in there. Your follies also grew a bit slowly. I know this is an emotional mess, but please be patient and don't agonize so much over the values. THey are going up, right? Just give the embie some time. In the mean time, please try to keep sane and positive the best you can! Michelle

Well, I was so distraught over the news but also confused about continuing my meds so I called my office to discuss the possibilities with a different RE (since mine is on vacation and can't be reached). The doc called back and said he understands if I wanted to stop my medication...that there really is such a slim chance this could work out...and my RE probably just wants to be absolutely sure. But this doctor said himself that the embryo is not growing normally...so my DH and I made the tough decision of stopping all meds and letting nature take it's course, which this other RE gave us the okay to do. We are plagued with the idea that even if it continued to go up, maybe there will be further complications down the line because of all of this. But the decision came not a moment too soon, I just noticed some pink tinge on some tp a few moments ago...so it's inevitable, which I pretty much knew in my heart. Thank you for your posts. I guess we're moving on to an upcoming FET.

Oh, this is such heart breaking news, KM! I am so sorry for you and your DH. My thoughts are with both of you. m-

I am SO sorry KM...know I'm thinking of you...April

KM, I'm so sorry. It's just heartbreaking. Please know that I'll be thinking of you & DH. I hope you're doing okay.

Holly

KM...I am thinking about you....I also had to make a tough decision and I think it was best for me in order to move on! I know you thought it out and therefore it was the right decision for you!

KM - I am really sorry to hear about this. Thinking of you.
Lisa

KM, my heart goes out to you. Sending you comforting (((hugs))).

KM just wanted to let you know I am thinking of you. My first IVF cycle was almost exactly like yours so I completely know what you are going through.:mad: I will say you were much smarter than I was to talk to that other RE and make a quick decision. My RE kept the long drawn out process going for about 6 weeks and it was much worse, I think. You absolutely made the right decision in my opinion. Stay strong. Join us for round two when you feel up to it. There are quite a few of us going for IVF #2. But if that is not the right decision for you, just know we are here for you no matter what. :angel:

Km

I am so sorry that you are going through all this. It is so unfair. My heart goes out to you.
Sending you comforting hugs.

Amy