Would you recommend that someone get amniocentesis just because they are preg. at 40 y/o?
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You should consult and work closely with your doctor!  I think decisions like this should include your personal beliefs, your resources, and you and your partner weighing the risks and consequences.  One answer rarely fits all.
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Throughout history, women have had a deep understanding of when it is time to bring life into the world and when it isn't time.  It's a deeply personal decision and not open to speculation by the right wing or the left.  It is your choice.  Consider your situation.  The bringing of life should never be based on what a man is or isn't to you and your child.  The decision should be made on whether or not you want a child, period.  What kind of boyfriend do you have that you would consider abortion before you consider discussing the options with him?  The hardest decisions are never about the quickest solution but are instead about the right one.  I stand by this and for the record, I've had an abortion, I've given a child up for adoption and now, at 38, I'm in a good place and am raising a 7 yr. old daughter.  Having done all three, I am STILL not qualified to tell you what to do.  Your soul, your heart, your intellect will need to speak for you.  Good luck!
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there should be no reason for you not to have a child...a mans age has nothing to do with a healthy baby...
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Yes, my mother had it since she was in her twenties. She had six children, two coming after she was diagnosed. We are all grown and my mother is now 80. She is actually doing much better now than she was during the early times.\n\nI doubt if there's any serious side effects to be had in your unborn child. I do wish you well and much luck with your condition. I don't wish this on anyone. God bless.
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I am an alternative medicinal therapist and an ex nurse. There should not be a health problem with a man this age. You would have a problem if you were 43. If your husband suspects that it is not his child he can ask for a DNA test to be performed. Many people have the same blood group but this type of testing has never been full proof, nowdays they use genetic printing -DNA. Just be carefull how you handle this. \n\nGloria(BSYA)\ngloriashealth@btinternet.com
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Yes, it is possible for a 48 year old woman to get pregant, both naturally and through in vitro fertilization/fertility treatments.\n\nHowever, it is important to note that older women should consult with their doctors before attempting to get pregnant.  With increased age comes an increased chance of birth defects, *especially* Down's Syndrome.  Talk to your doctor.
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After 35 there is a  greater likly hood of complications and problems like down syndrome. However with modern medican and technology, tests like amniocentisis can tell birthdefects etc. It also becomes harder to concieve a child as a women gets older. All that aside many women into their 40's are having babies and there is no real reason your women should not be able to have a child, the big question is does she want to have anouther child? That is what you need to find out and discuss. Good Luck
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I'm a complementary therapist and would certainly reccommend that the earlier, (within reason), you can have your children the better. Preferably in your twenties. I know some people disagree, but that's my opinion.\nJon C
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No, there have been plenty of women who've had cryotherapy and gone on to have children.  If it has any effect at all, it will be on the cervix' ability to efface and dialate during delivery, or it may dialate too easily beforehand.  If it looks as if it will dialate early, the ob can easily perform a procedure called cerclage where a stitch is put in to hold it closed.  If it doesn't thin and dialate properly during labor, you would require a c-section, of course.  But it will not affect your abilty to get pregnant in the first place.  The doctor treating you will be the best person to ask as far as timing for a second pregnancy, to give you time to heal properly after the cryotherapy.  The procedure will scar the cervix permanently, and any OB you see will notice it.  They will need to know all your prior medical history, and will probably keep a close eye on you during the pregnancy to watch for early dialation.   It's not an uncommon procedure for treating this type problem, and the sooner you have it done, the less invasive it will need to be- less scaring on the cervix in the end.  Also, it will help possibly prevent the need for a more major surgery which could preclude a second pregnancy.  I'd say have a good talk with the OB-GYN and tell him/her your concerns.  They can help give you more information and assurances than anyone here.  But for your own peace of mind in the meantime- no it doesn't keep you from getting pregnant. My own sister had the procedure at 25 and went on to have two healthy girls.  Good luck!
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Yes, it's happened before. Didn't you hear of the 60some woman getting pregnant?\nBut every person has a different chance of getting pregnent, even young women can have trouble getting pregnant, so it's hard to give you a percentage. Of course, it depends on the amount of sex too.\nAnd it doesn't matter whether or not you look old, gray hairs don't keep you from getting pregnent.
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As long as you still get your period you can have a child, just know that women over 35 are considered to be HIGH RISK PREGNANCY, meaning you can more liekly to have complications.
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I have ovarian cysts some have ruptured previously I do need to have surgery I can't tell you what long term damage your body might have only a Dr can do that, but I can tell you I had 4 Dr's tell me because of a tilted uterus I could never get pregnant(my daughter turns 17 in Dec.) Have faith in the healing power of your body you will be amazed! I will be 48 this Oct!
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I had both, it isn't anything to mess with, during child bearing years the way I got PG was to have laroscopie's (spelling?) I have had three and three pregnancies we did loose a child in the middle but the other two are healthy and well one is 22 and one will be 14. I belive my problem was enhanced by a tipped uretus. Not a comfortible condition at all. Consult a PHY and get regular check ups they may want to lazer them open to keep you from getting sists(spelling?) as well. I am now 47 still have all my parts that they wanted to removed before my 25th birthday. If you stay healthy other ways your insides will follow. I was fine for years but now that I am in Menapause I am in need of the ovary surgery, no need to remove everything though. Unless you have that kind of cancer in your family or have shot drugs to put those free agents into your body, you should be fine. A good PMS medicine and some Aleve will do the trick at the worse of times. I am not a doctor but have had my share of operation, at this point, I only want one more trip, I am ready to not be a total woman. This lasts to long to suit me. lol!
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I seriously doubt that is any type of problem until you are 16, but going to the doctor wont hurt anyway, just be thankful you get to remain as you are for the time being. Seriously, I suck *** being an adult.
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you didn't say how old u r. but if theres a familt history i would talk to the dr and see what he/she recommends
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Down syndrome happens in only 1% of births. It is not a gene passed on by parents, it is a flaw in the egg, and  almost always occurs in women over the age of 35, but is purely random, just because you have one child with down syndrome, that is not an indication that it would ever happen again.  There are tests the doctor can do long before the baby is born to find out if the baby has down syndrome.
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It is very important for a woman to have a yearly physical exam beginning when they turn 18.  I was scared my first time when I went at 18.  I am now 47.  It is not my favorite thing to go in for my yearly physical, but I do it anyway.  It is important to find a doctor you are comfortable with since they will be checking you in your most private areas.  I have a wonderful woman doctor who is so kind and gentle.  She explains everything she is doing and let's me know ahead of time what she is going to do and what I will feel.  She also sits and talks with me first before the exam.  Early detection of any disease has a greater chance of being successfully treated.  A yearly physical with a gynecologist or a family practitioner (that's who I go to) helps detect or prevent possible problems.  Call today and make the appointment.  It'll be OK and you'll be glad you did.  Tell the nurse and the doctor that it is your first yearly exam and I am sure they will be glad to help you through it.  If not, go to a different doctor.