6 week scan no heartbeat

Hi all, I did an abdominal scan at the gynae at what I believe was 6 weeks based on LMP but the scan measured the gestational sac as 5 weeks, doctor said there is a yolk sac but no heartbeat found so will have to return 2 weeks later for another scan. It's measuring one week behind and now I'm worried that this is a missed miscarriage. Doesn't help that I'm 39 and this is my first ever pregnancy after trying for 2 years. Is it normal to measure behind time and no heartbeat at 6 weeks scan?

6 week scan no heartbeat
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When I’m 6wks old my Gynae as me to wait for 1-2wks more before scanning for heartbeat! 6wks is the earliest you can hear the heartbeat but not all can hear yet. I’m also 39 with my first baby 😊 try not to worry about it I think maybe need wait another 1-2 wks. Good luck dear!

3y ago

thank you for the encouragement ❤