Has anyone had a fetal echo before?
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I was born with a hole in my heart and had an operation at 3 years old, it has never affected me in day to day life until I got pregnant. I was sent for extra scans, and an echocardiogram for myself and for baby, the consultant was absolutely lovely, thankfully everything was absolutely fine with both of us and I was no longer high risk. I do however find I get a lot more palpitations than I ever used to but I have been reassured that it’s nothing. I know our situations aren’t exactly the same but hopefully this puts your mind at ease slightly 😊xx
The scan itself really did not take long at all, I was in the waiting room longer than I was having the scan. It is done the same as a normal scan but more in detail so that they can clearly see baby’s heart x
@Amaura thank you!
@Maddi thank you! Sound similar as mine was a whole in the heart but closed now and current murder. Never effected me but now seem to be getting referred (guess it is good they’re being cautious!) Ah that’s good and pleased you were both okay! Ah I have been getting palpitations as well, particularly after showering and long walks or randomly up the stairs. Thank you xx
@Maddi ah okay! That’s reassuring haha thank you!
Yes, I have TOF and so they had to check my daughter for any heart conditions. For me, at least it was like a normal ultrasound, just close up of her heart. Idk if it will be the same or different for you. Also, they did a more official echo on her after delivery. Make sure they're thorough, as my mom was referred to a specialist, and they completely missed my TOF. Try to have the same pediatrician at the hospital and for newborn check up. 💕