TW: Hair Pats and Words of Encouragement Needed

[ladybrienne]

I received the results of the anatomy scan from last week. The doctor said everything looked good, but there was one small area of concern. The ultrasound showed a 3mm (thankfully super small) "something" on the baby's brain. A cyst.

They want to do a follow up scan in 2 weeks. The doctor said that most likely everything is okay, they didn't find anything else along with this finding. Usually, if it's a serious issue, they find something else, like say on the baby's kidney or another major organ. The ultrasound didn't show anything like that.

They reviewed my blood work for genetic testing again, and since everything came back normal, that is also a good sign that there aren't any major genetic disorders.

Anyway, I am still nervous. This has been a tough pregnancy on me physically and I was just starting to feel better, and now this. The Doctor said he has seen this many times and the vast majority of the time everything is okay. I am trying to remember that and view this as a bonus ultrasound where I get to see my boy again. I have a lot on my side fortunately but I am still anxious since I have to wait at least 2 weeks to find out if this is in fact going to be a serious issue or not.

Any words of encouragement or experience with something like this is welcomed.

[pbandjelly]

I usually stick to my BMB, but I wanted to share.

One of my coworkers had this same thing happen with her first. By her next ultrasound, the cyst had resolved and baby was born perfectly healthy. With no other markers for a problem, I'd say that's good news.

Still, I can imagine how scary it is to hear something like that. Fingers crossed the cyst goes away and the rest of your pregnancy is smooth.

[Dramaphile]

badwolf posted on the GD board this past week that had a similar issue and it ended up being just a misreading of the initial ultrasound. I know a couple of people had commented about their experience with cysts in utero. Sorry you have to wait so long for the higher-level scan, being in the dark sucks.

Let me know if you can't find the post, I can tag you in it.

[jense927]

I’m so sorry that you got that news. I hope that it’s nothing and that these two weeks pass by quickly for you ((hugs)).

[hayleysmith]

I'm sorry! I'll be praying for you! I have actually heard this happening quite a bit and it was resolved by the next ultrasound. I'm really hoping for that outcome for you!!

[summerrain]

First off, big hugs. It is so scary when they tell you anything is abnormal.

At my AS with DS1 they found an enlarged kidney and sent me to the MFM. While there, they also found a cyst on his brain. His did not resolve before birth and they followed to with an ultrasound at one day old and a few follow ups at a pediatric neurologist. All that to say, it resolved on its own a few months after birth. We were told the odds were that it would resolve, but that doesn’t make it any less scary. I’m sorry you have to go through this and I hope you get some peace of mind soon.

[Argyle]

I'm sorry. It sucks and is scary to be told anything other that "looks perfect." Even when we know it's probably not a big deal. Everything is a big deal when it happens to our baby. I hope for you that this little things goes away quickly to give you as much peace of mind as possible

[ladybrienne]

Thanks ladies <3

[quijibo]

You received a lot of great anecdotes! T&Ps heading your way.

[jillywilly]

I'm sorry you got this news, I know the only thing we ever want to hear at every appointment is that everything looks perfect, and anything less can be anxiety-inducing. I don't have any personal experience, but as others have mentioned, there's plenty of positive anecdotes out there for these things resolving themselves. Try to focus on that, along with no other markers all pointing towards things will most likely be ok. I'm sending you and baby all the positive thoughts that this turns into another one of those positive anecdotes, and that you're able to get some reassurance at your repeat scan.

[Diordra]

I don't have any anecdotes to share, but I'll keep you and your little guy in my thoughts!

[charlotte]

Sorry you’re experiencing this stress, ladybrienne! I’m hoping that it’s nothing and resolves quickly.

[emilypk]

No experience with this, but I’m thinking of you and hoping the two weeks pass quickly!

[notelsie]

I’m glad to see some of the encouraging posts here <3

I’m so sorry that you have to worry, and I’ll keep you and baby in my thoughts and prayers.

[letsgetphysio]

I didn't want to read and not comment - I'm glad you got so many good anecdotes. I'll be thinking of you and your little boy and hoping for good news in the coming weeks!

[LoisLoan]

My sister had this exact thing happen with my nephew. By the next check it was gone. Her doctor told her many babies that have cysts develop usually have them disappear on their own. Good thoughts to you!

[badwolf]

ladybrienne I’m so sorry. It’s horrible to have to wait. I want to add that my first son had a water cyst on his brain around the time of his A/S and it resolved itself by the time of his next ultrasound.

Technology sees more things than we ever used to see before. Cysts are one of those things. I’m encouraged by the genetic testing you had and the lack of other markers. It’s all scary either way though and I’m giving you all my love and hugs during this time. Let me know if you need someone to talk to.


Also sorry I know I don’t go to this BMB.

[ladybrienne]

Jul 19, 2018 22:26:12 GMT -6 badwolf said:

ladybrienne I’m so sorry. It’s horrible to have to wait. I want to add that my first son had a water cyst on his brain around the time of his A/S and it resolved itself by the time of his next ultrasound.

Technology sees more things than we ever used to see before. Cysts are one of those things. I’m encouraged by the genetic testing you had and the lack of other markers. It’s all scary either way though and I’m giving you all my love and hugs during this time. Let me know if you need someone to talk to.


Also sorry I know I don’t go to this BMB.

Thank you badwolf!!! I really appreciate it. I am so glad everything turned out well for both your babes!

[sarcaztic10]

I have no personal experience with this but have heard of it happening with others pregnancies and everything was ok in the end. I will be thinking of you and hoping the next ultrasound is a good one!

[Dr. Cox]

I don’t have any experience but wanted to send hugs and hair pats your way. ❤️

[jorkzy]

I'm so sorry you're dealing with this ladybrienne. FX for a clear scan next time.

[meeggaannw]

I didn't want to read and not reply. I have no experience with this but it looks like there are a few good anecdotes already. I'm sorry for the uncertainty and I hope the next scan is clear.