Hi everyone! I have just learned (or confirmed, actually) that I'm pregnant with my fourth child. I'm about eight weeks along. My youngest daughter, now 2 years old, was born with HCM. She's done great so far. The other children, ages 9 and 4 have no signs of it yet. Our family has really puzzled the Drs. because, although I had an uncle who had HCM, I show no signs of it, and neither do either of my parents.
My OB has said he sees no reason to do anything differently as far as my care during this pregnancy is concerned, which makes me nervous. He said they'd look at the heart closely on the 20-week sonogram but recommends no other testing or special monitoring. He says he thinks the chances of this baby having HCM are very low.
We'll be seeing my daughter's pediatric cardiologist next week, and I plan to ask him about it, but I was wondering if you all have any advice for me. Even though we've had no problems with my daughter's condition so far, I'm VERY anxious.
Thanks!
Lisa
My OB has said he sees no reason to do anything differently as far as my care during this pregnancy is concerned, which makes me nervous. He said they'd look at the heart closely on the 20-week sonogram but recommends no other testing or special monitoring. He says he thinks the chances of this baby having HCM are very low.
We'll be seeing my daughter's pediatric cardiologist next week, and I plan to ask him about it, but I was wondering if you all have any advice for me. Even though we've had no problems with my daughter's condition so far, I'm VERY anxious.
Thanks!
Lisa
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