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Inducing due to Volvulus scar!?

Hi to all, I am officially due the 13th October with my 2nd son.

When i was approx 3 weeks old i was diagnosed with Volvulus which is a term for when the intestines twist themselves. My case was very server and they therefore had to do an emergency surgery to correct it. This has left a deep nasty purple scar. I was offered plastic surgery to correct it as a child but mother denied it (Go figure). It starts an inch from my belly button across the whole right hand stomach. It is very jagged and as i am a larger woman is rather prominent.

My first pregnancy was affected as of from 36 weeks. At the end i couldn't even get out of bed without help and a dose of strongest as can be painkillers! I was therefore induced at 39 weeks ( 3 day labour, two gels, waters artificially broke and drip in the end and he came a healthy 7.2)

This pregnancy however i have been suffering from 26-27 weeks. The pain is horrendous. I feel physically and mentally exhausted from this constant pain in my stomach. Whenever he kicks me i scream and cringe in pain. I really cannot seem how i can go on for much longer without any help. I have already been given a prescription off the A and E after several trips and constant moaning to my midwife. They tablets are codeine and Tramadol but they make me extremely drowsy so i feel like i am half asleep all the time or i give in and fall asleep. I have a nearly three year old who loves the attention so i feel as if im failing him :( I don't have the energy to do much housework and when i do im in so much pain that i cant move for hours after.

Has anyone been in the same situation as me or similar? They have 'mentioned' inducing me at 38-39 weeks but only as a last resort. I feel like giving up. I have had to go on maternity because of this reason. I am not one to complain as that is all i seem to be doing. I am so sorry for the long story. I just need some encouragement or advice?

Thank you again Jess.

Update:

i forgot to add sorry that im 32 weeks at present. Jess

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  • 10 years ago
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    I'm sorry for your pain. In your case it sounds like induction around the 38-39 week point would be a good option. If it hurts you this badly and you've had to get on prescription meds to handle the pain, then induction sounds safer to me all around than to have to take a lot of pain meds with who knows what side effects for you and baby. Also, with a 3 year old, taking pain meds and being drawn out from the chemicals isn't really safe if you're his sole caretaker at any time of the day. And if everyday activities leave you in so much pain that you can't move for hours after, that is very concerning. I would think your doctors should have discussed this with you already, but if they haven't, bring it up at the next appt you have and give good reasons as to why you think you should be induced a little early and see what they say. Good luck!

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    5 years ago

    I suffer from severe depression and anxiety disorders. I have had 2 babies and am preggers with number 3. I highly doubt the doc is going to induce just because you are depressed and ready to do things with the baby and your older child. If you become a threat to your own or the baby's heath (ie suicidal thoughts) They may consider but it could cause a new situation all together. Be patient and enjoy the time you have alone with your 5 yr old, you won't have this time back. I know depression is hard, especially when you are a parent and pregnant. Be patient and talk to your doctor. Sometimes it seems like the dr isn't listening, only because they aren't saying what you want to hear. Good luck and don't be afraid to talk to someone or anyone!

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