Ruth, I would say there is hope...but I don't know how much ...from what I have read and been told (during my own past experiences with slow rising HCG) when HCG levels rise more slowly than they should it is cause for concern and can be a sign things are not progressing as they should. However, there are cases of slow rising HCG pregnancies resulting in a healthy baby. I hope your little one pulls through. Thinking of you and good luck for the scan. I know you must be a nervous wreck with all this waiting