Positive ANA test - does anyone know what this means?

[farmgirl77]

Hello,

After four failed transfers, I asked my Dr to do further tests on reasons that may be stopping our embies from implanting. They normally do these tests after 8 failed cycles, but our FS did them anyway - i think she thinks i'm impatient. Anyway despite reasurances that they would come back neg - one - for ANA is positive.

From what I can find on the web, ANA tests for antinuclear antibodies that attack your own cells and is related to lupus and rheumatoid arthritis - neither of which i have obvious symptoms of. My FS said that my blood vessels would be constricted and I have to have asprin post transfer - i'm guessing that this is why none have stuck as they could not get nuggled prop into the lining and blood supply. My FS also said that I would be considered high risk and i'm booked into see another specialist next week.

So, my question is, has anyone else got this result and if you have (or know anyone that has) what has it meant for trying to get PG and then the resultant PG...i'm a little scared at the moment not knowing.

Any help much appreciated.

Thanks
FG

[Bumperstump Cummerbund]

TBH honest, I have no idea - just didn't want you to feel ignored with no replies! Maybe it means you have a higher risk of developing an auo-immune disease later - or maybe you'll pas it on to your babies?

I think it would be worthwhile asking your FS - or even GP - about what it is and what it means for you Good luck hun

[farmgirl77]

Hi SG,
thanks so much for your response - since my original post I've been on a steep learning curve and now have been diagnosed with anitpospholipid syndrome. I've started asprin and about to start heprin to help the little ones survive my body and get to a BFP...
Thanks again for your kind post
FG

[dusty]

FG
I have been watching your recent journey of discovery with great interest. I am sorry there aren't too many others able to give you the advice you need at this time.

I hope this diagnosis helps you on your path to motherhood and that it doesn't have any other complications for you.

xx

[farmgirl77]

Hi Dusty,
Thanks very much for your support. I too now have two embies on board and am hoping that the daily injections will help them stick! Each time I visit a dr, I'm realising that this journey gets a little harder - I found out yesterday from the FS that APLS puts me at greater risk of pre-elampsia (sp!)...but I just have to hope that we still get to have a healthy baby (or two!). I guess it is making me realise that we will be lucky to have one healthy child, and that I may have to just be content with that. But we will see.
FG

[Baby Dreamtime]

Hi FG, Sending you lots of sticky vibes for your FET, I am praying that your new protocol does the trick. Will be watching and hoping and praying for you.

[Brockys Mum]

Hi there,

After many miscarriages I finally had some tests and found out I had a positive ANA test. The next time I fell pregnant I had to take 100mg Asprin (Cartia) every day. I am very luck as I now have a very health and happy little boy. It was however a bit touch and go there for a while as he was 10 weeks premature. But he is perfect!

From what I have experienced....take every day as it comes. Take your medication every single day and trust your gut feelings.

Good luck!

[farmgirl77]

Brockys mum - thanks for sharing your story, it is great to hear how this pathway can be lead to a healthy baby! Hope your little boy continues to grow up big and strong