This is the exact problem my angel baby Noah had. But, Noah's was truly the worst case scenario. I agree with the others... Don't google!
We spoke to numerous Dr's abut Noah's condition from different hospitals all around the country. IF the issue was solely with his bladder he would have survived. Noah had a blocked urethra (LUTO) as well as damaged kidneys, and small lungs which was a result of the large bladder taking up so much room in his little body and not allowing enough room for his lungs to grow properly. He couldn't survive because of the damage to his kidneys as well as the small lungs. Mind you, Noah's bladder was noticeable even to me on the ultrasound.
I am sure your baby is going to be fine. Sending you loads & loads of hugs. Please know I am here if you ever need to ask any questions.
I would say bub was ready for a wee.
As a midwife when someone has had something concerning (more then a talipe or low lying placenta etc) on ultrasound its usually followed up very quickly the same day usually. The sonographer would have gone and got the radiographer/radiologist person who is the most qualified in reading and doing scans before they sent you home or referred you to another facility with better technology. If it was serious in the fact it could be fatal or have serious consequences you would know about it already and they wouldn't have suggested you return for a repeat scan in 10weeks.
For your piece of mind and some reassurance can you call your Obstetrician for some phone advise? I am sure he would be happy to analyse the findings for you know instead of you waiting to see him at your next visit.
I agree with Mildez. When the issue of Noah's bladder was discovered (at 19wks), a Dr came in to take over the scan and I was told to go see my GP and arrange for a Level 2 scan to be done. It was from there that the seriousness of the condition Noah had was confirmed. The knew from the initial scan that there was a major issue already
I would definitely say that them asking to see you again in 10w is a good sign that bub probably did need to wee.
Last edited by Lisa; March 12th, 2010 at 08:57 AM.
Onja - When i had my 19 week scan i was told i would have to go back for a scan at 36 weeks to check for urinary tract obstruction. They made me wait and i googled it and freaked out too. I spoke to a midwife and they said its quite common to have them list that on your report and that baby could of just been about to wee. I have had my 36 week scan just last week and babys bladder is working and he has plenty of fluid around him. I was told they will scan babys kidneys at 6 weeks old just to be sure. I hope my story can help comfort you a little. I like to think if they were concerned that action would be taken sooner.
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