I had two miscarriages, with the second
determined to be caused by chromosomal
problems. I was tested fairly soon after
the mc and tested positive for one of the
clotting disorders. Since I did not fit
the clinical picture I was retested two
times months later and then came up
negative. The explanation I was given was
that if you test for clotting disorders
too close to a pregnancy that you can get
a false postive. I am currently pregnant
and taking a baby aspirin as a precaution
even though my OB says I do not have a
clotting issue. Is it safe to trust that
two lab tests are correct? Also is it
ever possible to have a clotting disorder
only in pregnancy.
thanks.
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monkeygirl22
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Posted: 06-15-07 18:29pm
I personally don't feel comfortable giving
you medical advice pertaining to this. I
haven't done research on this particular
topic. I would suggest seeking out a
second opinion-it doesn't hurt to double
check.
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mc4ever02
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Posted: 06-18-07 12:23pm
Congrats on your pregnancy!
Progesterone, a hormone produced by your
body after ovulation and throughout the
first trimester to support a pregnancy,
can raise your blood platelet levels.
Having elevated blood platelets can cause
clotting, and will cause you to test
positive for a clotting problem. So, it is
quite possible that all of the tests were
correct. Baby asprin is commonly referred
to help with this issues, even during
pregnancy. If your doctor feels that this
is in your best interest, I would
definitely trust him.
Good luck with your pregnancy. I hope you
have a happy and healthy nine months.
