Probably been asked before but looking for some support

• 10-29-2009 6:30 PM

  TessTickle Joined on 03-29-2007 Boston, MA Posts 3

  Probably been asked before but looking for some support Reply Contact I started bleeding 10-16-09 - pretty light but then got heavier, then lighter and now heavier again. I've had blood work done - levels dropped from 2200 to 1100 in 48 hours and down to 800 5 days after that. So just some questions: how long should I bleed for? How long before my hCG levels are down? The nurse told me that they should be below 5 before I see the doctor, get checked out and then we should wait 2-3 cycles before trying again. We both feel we are ready now but maybe that is not safe? Anyone out there that can give me a clue what is normal??

• 11-01-2009 8:32 PM

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  Stacey3522905 Joined on 09-03-2009 St. Thomas ON Canada Posts 32

  Re: Probably been asked before but looking for some support Reply Contact I am so sorry for your loss. I had my m/c 10-02-09. I bled for 2 straight weeks heavy for the first week and then it started to taper off. I went to see my OB/GN 10-29-09 and he did some blood tests to check to see if my levels are below 5 again. My husband and I are ready to try again too, but my DR told me to wait a least 1 cycle before we try again. It can take up to 7 weeks or so for your body to regulate itself and a woman is very fertile right after a m/c So you could possibly get pregnant before your 1st cycle returns. Good luck.

• 11-02-2009 9:47 AM

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  Jessica3428071 Joined on 06-10-2009 Posts 27

  Re: Probably been asked before but looking for some support Reply Contact I had a m/c in Sept 08... I bled for about a week and it was just a bit heavier than a period. My levels dropped really fast though:( I got pregnant again in Dec 08 and now have a beautiful 6 week old little girl... I think all Dr.'s pretty much recommend waiting till you have at least one normal cycle just to be safe. Although I have read quite a few success stories from people who have gotten pregnant right away. I think it will depend on you and how you process the whole thing. Some take longer than others as with any loss. I wish you the best!

• 11-02-2009 12:21 PM

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  Mizzstartzman7709 Joined on 11-11-2008 ~GA~ Mommy to Alyssa~one angel baby~TTC #2 Posts 106	Re: Probably been asked before but looking for some support Reply Contact  I agree with the pp. But I know alot of people who have tried again and had a successful pregnancy, if you feel mind and body that you are ready to try again then so be it:)