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I'm 8 weeks 3 days pregnant. had a gynae consult yesterday and said heartbeat is only 81bpm and size of fetus is measuring 6 wks 2 days. i was told its possibly a failing preg. i was not put onto any hormones such as progesterone. get a 2nd opinion??

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Plan for follow up: i would clarify with the doctor what the plan for follow up is. If I was faced with this situation I would repeat the sonogram in one week.

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 6/25/2020

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A member asked:

I'm 8 weeks 3 days pregnant. had a gynae consult yesterday and said heartbeat is only 81bpm and size of fetus is measuring 6 wks 2 days. i was told its possibly a failing preg. i was not put onto any hormones such as progesterone. get a 2nd opinion??

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Dr Rhoads agreed

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