Uterus didelphys

[HealthyinMN]

I think that is what it is called anyway!

My sister has this condition (double uterus) and actually only found out about it as she was having a miscarriage during her 3rd month last year. I'm trying to find out more information about the condition as I am trying to give her as much support as I can.

Her and her husband have been trying to get pregnant for the last two years or so - she just found out a couple weeks ago that she is pregnant again, however she began spotting fairly bad on Thursday. She went to go get her "numbers" checked and will get another test done on Monday to see how they are progressing. I gather that the numbers are suppose to be doubling?

Apparently, as we've been doing research, one of our cousins also has this same condition (I think it is somewhat genetic?) and was able to have three successful pregnancies. That is great, however, it has given my sister a lot of stress as they are telling her this is the reason they are having so many problems.

I've done a fair amount of research on-line, but does anyone have any personal experience with this or have any information to share about it? My sister is a bit overwhelmed with everything going on, so I'm just trying to help out where I can and learn anything that could help her.

Thanks for listening!

[Pony]

I do not know about this condition, but I just want to give you a big hug for being such a great brother.

After 2 miscarriages and no answers, I know what your sister is going through. I've got my own big brother and his love helped me so much through our rough time.

I would check out babycenter.com. There is a lot of information on that site and a lot of women who have dealt w/ m/c'es. You could at least search on their website.

Michelle

[mst]

Joe- one of my brother's friends also had this, and went on to have children. I think she might have had help (infertility type help), so that they made sure she was only conceiving in one uterus.

Your sister is having her "beta" checked. In 48 hours, it should double.

I would recommend that she check out www.fertilethoughts.com. The women there have been through everything, and have lots of experience, and kindness to share. I did a quick search over there, and there does not seem to be a huge amount of info, but it is a wonderful community.

Good luck to her. And, I am sure she really appreciates having such a nice brother.

[KathrynY]

Joe, the message boards over at Fertility Friend (http://www.fertilityfriend.com) might be another place to try for support - there are topics devoted to nearly every fertility-related condition imaginable. I found a topic devoted to uterine abnormalities under the Special Situations section of the FF Circles/Message Boards that may be of interest. Access to their message boards is by membership only, but membership is free for the first 30 days. I found a lovely online group there after my miscarriage, and took a great deal of comfort in being able to chat with others in the same situation.

Best wishes to your sister. I am sure that she is most grateful for your help and support.

[Jessica]

I am so sorry about your sister's loss. I had two m/c before I had my sons and it is such a sad and disappointing experience. I suggest the book Coming to Term, by Jon Cohen, which has a good chapter on uterine abnormalities. Fertility Friend also is a good place for online support, as is babycenter.

You are a good brother to be doing this for her.

[HealthyinMN]

Thanks for the wealth of information! That book suggestion and links will definitely keep me busy and I'll be able to put some more information for her together.

I think she might have had help (infertility type help), so that they made sure she was only conceiving in one uterus.

I believe this was the issue with the first pregnancy - one side is smaller than the other and that is where the embryo went.

Sadly, they are at the point where if they cannot conceive naturally, they just are not up to the task of going through those kinds of treatments at this time.

I really appreciate the help, thoughts and information!

[Mlasley]

I worked with an RN that had this; interestingly she also had just one kidney....but she had two beautiful children without fertility drugs.

[LakeMartinGal]

That infertility thing is a real bear! Those tests and treatments HURT, and the waiting is just awful!

And you're a great brother for doing this research! Hugs to your sister and her husband, and hugs to you, too!:)

[HealthyinMN]

Life can be so cruel sometimes... :( My sister ended up having a miscarriage again this morning. I know her and she is strong enough to get through this, but I just don't know how much more either of them can take.

[Pony]

Joe,
I'm so sorry to hear that. It is an exhausting time both emotionally and physically. I wish your sister and BIL all the best.

Michelle

[cniles]

Joe - I am so sorry to hear this. Big hugs to you and your sister and BIL. :(

[mst]

I'm so sorry. Thinking of all of you...

[LakeMartinGal]

I'm so sorry. What a tragedy! (((hugs)))

[Jessica]

I am so sorry.