Originally Posted by
TxCat
So sorry for this latest news for you. I'll be sending P&PT your way that the placenta moves by your next appointment.
If it were me, I wouldn't go, for the exact reasons that KrisM mentioned. I know you said your parents live in or near Naples, FL, but I'd hate to go through a pre-term c-section with doctors and hospitals that I was unfamiliar with, my DH not in town, etc. But, that's just my tolerance level.
As for the reality of dealing with a previa, if that's still the case at your next appointment, it sounds like your doctors have already given you a good plan to work with (expected delivery date, etc.). I deal with previas and accretas a LOT in my medical practice and the vast majority of patients do great, if that's any consolation to you. I think things become scary when it's a previously undiagnosed previa (extremely rare now and not your case) or the OBs (and anesthesiologist) have a low to no suspicion that it could be an accreta. Personally, I think any time there is a known previa, the team taking care of you should have a management plan in place in case it turns out to be an accreta. There are options available, such as uterine artery embolization, to minimize blood loss and blood transfusion. Easier said than done right now, I realize, but take things one step at a time. See what the next ultrasound shows. If it's still previa, tell your OB all of the fears that you have, that you've already mentioned here, and see how he/she addresses them. Make sure it's addressed to your satisfaction, and don't feel uncomfortable asking more questions until you get the answers that you need. Good luck, and hopefully the placenta moves soon!