Does Tonsillitis affect hCG levels?

[katsmith80]

I found out on Monday that I am pregnant (hCG 407), on the same day I was also diagnosed with tonsillitis (yes, it was a particularly stressful day).

As I was experiencing some cramping (central, no pain on palpation, no pain in my shoulder) and some bleeding (red, heavier than spotting but lighter than a period) I had a repeat test on Wednesday (hCG 438)

This is obviously a suboptimal rise but I was wondering if fighting an infection may result in this? Am I clutching at straws or is there still hope this is a viable pregnancy?

 

[AllieW]

I'm sorry, I really don't know. Did you ask the doc when s/he told you the new reading?

At least the level IS increasing though. Congratulations on your pregnancy and fingers crossed that everything will be ok for you.

 

[katsmith80]

Thank you!!!

To be honest, i didn't think of it at the time, I've got to go back tomorrow for another blood test.

I think it's a good thing that the cramps and bleeding have stopped though and I'm trying to stay positive.

 

[Ruthie]

Wishing you all the best...

Fingers crossed all is well...

 

[Babylicious]

 

[youngmumtobe20]

i dont think tonsilitis would affect ur hcg hormone level. its a pregnancy hormone and only shows up when ur pregnant (or rarely a chemical pregnancy) so i doubt tht having tonsilitis wud give u a positive result