Hi,
I am pregnant with my second baby, and we had an ultrasound yesterday at 8 1/2 weeks. Everything looked great and we were feeling very confident until the physician came in to speak with us. He said that there is a cyst on the umbilical cord that is not causing any blockage but could be a marker for something more serious. He told us that this is not something to worry about and not to lose any sleep over this. He wants us to come back in 10 weeks, and he feels confident that it will be gone, but if not we will need to discuss further testing. I am trying not to freak out, but can't stop thinking about this. Has anyone had an umbilical cyst or have any information about it?
Thanks to everyone for your responses and well wishes. I actually called the doc that read the ultrasound yesterday to get a little more info, and he suggested that I see a high risk OB, just for a consultation. So that is what we are going to. I feel confident that everything will be fine, but it never hurts to talk to an expert when you have questions concerning something as important as this. I'll keep you updated!
My friend had this. There was a cyst on the umbilical cord and she of course, was nervous. Her doctor told her the same thing. Hers disappeared and she did not have any complications with her birth or her baby. She was also told that everything still could be fine and normal, even if it had not disappeared. Good luck.. it's just hard and scary when things happen that are unexpected. I'm sure everything will be fine!
I don't know about that specifically. I can tell you I have had many complications with my pregnancies, and had 8 doctors involved in the course of 5 pregnancies. Every time they have told me not to worry, they have been right. The one time they thought there might be problems, they were very honest with me down to the point of telling me had it been a singleton pregnancy they wouldn't be concerned. If the doctor is telling you not to worry, try to take his advice and try not to. At this point, worry will only make it worse, if not physically for you or the baby, it will mentally for you. I know it will be a long 10 weeks. If you have any concerns call the doctor right away. They should understand. GL! I hope it all goes well.
My biggest suggestion is to get a doula. Doulas can do alot of research for you, help you make decisions and just be there to support you. They do not get in the way, but rather you just use them as you need to. I am a doula who works in the Denver area and would be happy to help. Please let me know if you have any questions or would like to set up a no-onligation interview. I wish you alot of rest and as little stress as possible, although I know it's easier said than done.
Congratulations on your pregnancy! I don't have information or advice on a cyst but I may be able to help you with the worry part. I recently read a book called how to stop worrying and start living. It was written by Dale Carnigie years ago. The book is truly a "how to" on worry. One thing I learned from it was to replace a worry some thought with something else-something that takes your mind from the worry. Decide what that thought is.... your 3 year old laughing, laying in the sand at the beach and feeling the warm sun whatever gives you comfort. Every time the worry tries to creep in you replace it with that same comforting thought. Your worry will not change the outcome, and the stress doesn't help you, your baby or anything else. Imagine the baby healthy and happy. You are smart to be online looking for solutions but remember your doctor knows more than anyone online speculating. If you want a second opinion that is your right and your doctor should respect that. Remember that if you are a prayer that all of your thoughts are prayers... continue to thank God for your wonderful healthy baby. Best of luck, keep us informed! God Bless!
