That’s pretty much where it stands today.
The OB’s office called. I failed the glucose test. Miserably. Worse (slightly) than I did with the twins even.
So now I have to do the 3-hour screening on Monday. Fast after midnight. Fasting blood draw at 8:30. Drink more glucose water (with higher amounts of glucose this time). Have blood drawn at 1, 2 and 3 hours after drinking. I can fail one of the 4 draws. Two or more readings that are too high and you “have” GD. Last time, I failed two.
The nurse who called me was kind, at least. I think she could hear my disappointment. But “Monday’s just a screening, too” isn’t really an encouraging thought.
Let’s just say that, given how high mine was, I have no confidence at all that I’m going to pass 3 of the 4 readings on Monday.
Anyway…It’s really just frustrating and discouraging and annoying. And I’m struggling not to be upset (and mostly failing at that, too). Especially because I did the whole GD thing last time. It is not fun (as some of you also know). And it’s especially not fun because I don’t really have much to change to “fix” it. I already eat healthily and exercise. So there’s not much left to give up or modify. It’s just frustrating.
So, sorry for the whiny post, but I told you I’d keep you updated. Please pray for Monday’s test and my attitude. And that I won’t just dwell on the whole dumb thing all weekend.
Thanks.
July 22, 2010
I have issues with how they administer the “glucose” tests. Do they give you actual glucose or is it fructose? How your body deals with natural sugars may be very different from how it deals with synthetic or processed sugars. *sigh* I hope things go well for you. Either way, your babies are happy and healthy – all three.
July 22, 2010
Oh no, Shannah – I was so hoping you’d get good news from the 1-hour test! What a pain that you have to take the 3-hour one, too… and worry about it until then. The upside to this annoying situation (the potential GD, that is) is that it’s at least a time-limited thing. You know once NLS is born, you can go back to less restrictive diet. I know that comfort is a LONG way off, though. I’ll be praying for the test to go really well, and for a positive outlook for you either way!
July 22, 2010
I’m sorry, Shannah. Praying for you!!
July 22, 2010
Ugh! Sorry for the disappointing news
Will be praying for a miracle on Monday!