An ectopic pregnancy is when the fertilized egg settles and grows outside the inner lining of the uterus, instead of inside. Around 1—2 percent of all pregnancies are ectopic. If left untreated, they can be fatal because of internal bleeding, and the risk of losing the baby is increased.
Shoulder tip pain — where the shoulder ends and the arm begins; this is more evident when the woman is lying down; also:. Threatened miscarriage: Some bleeding in early pregnancy with lower backache.
Cervix stays closed. In this case, the pregnancy continues. Inevitable or incomplete miscarriage: Abdominal or back pain, bleeding, and an open cervix. If the cervix is open, the miscarriage is considered inevitable. Complete miscarriage: The embryo empties out of the uterus. Bleeding and pain subside quickly. Missed miscarriage: The embryo has died, but there are no other symptoms, such as bleeding or pain.
Recurrent miscarriage: This is defined as three or more miscarriages during the first trimester. The aim of treatment following or during a miscarriage is to prevent hemorrhaging bleeding and infection. Normally, the body expels the fetal tissue on its own, especially earlier in the pregnancy. However, if it does not, a doctor may perform a dilation and curettage D and C. During a D and C, a doctor opens the cervix and inserts a thin instrument into the uterus to remove tissue.
After the procedure, drugs may be prescribed to control bleeding. Placental problems : If the placenta develops abnormally, blood supply from the mother to the baby is interrupted. Chromosome problems: Sometimes, a fetus can receive the wrong number of chromosomes, causing abnormal development of the fetus.
Miscarriages that occur during the first trimester are mainly related to chromosomal abnormalities in the baby. An early miscarriage may happen by chance. But there are several things known to increase your risk of problems happening. Food poisoning , caused by eating contaminated food, can also increase the risk of miscarriage.
For example:. Read more about foods to avoid in pregnancy. To be sure a medicine is safe in pregnancy, always check with your doctor, midwife or pharmacist before taking it. Read more about medicines during pregnancy. Problems and abnormalities with your womb can also lead to second trimester miscarriages. Possible problems include:. In some cases, the muscles of the cervix neck of the womb are weaker than usual.
This is known as a weakened cervix or cervical incompetence. A weakened cervix may be caused by a previous injury to this area, usually after a surgical procedure. The muscle weakness can cause the cervix to open too early during pregnancy, leading to a miscarriage.
Polycystic ovary syndrome PCOS is a condition where the ovaries are larger than normal. It's caused by hormonal changes in the ovaries. You cannot control whether you have these antibodies. However, if they are present there are treatments available to reduce the risk of miscarriage and pregnancy loss.
Other chronic illnesses that may be linked to recurrent miscarriages include heart disease, kidney disease, and liver disease. If you have a chronic illness, find an obstetrician experienced in caring for women with your condition. Even so, doctors advise optimizing your health before you conceive to give your pregnancy the best fighting chance.
Keep in mind, though, that even if you followed all of that advice, you may not be able to prevent miscarriage from happening to you. Did you know that maternal sleep deprivation, sedentary lifestyle and cooking smoke are risk factors for miscarriage. What Causes Miscarriage to Happen?
Save Pin FB More. Credit: Getty Images. Uterine fibroids can interfere with implantation or blood supply to the fetus. Some women are born with a septum, an uncommon uterine defect linked to miscarriage. Women may develop bands of scar tissue in the uterus from surgery or second-term abortions; this scar tissue can keep an egg from implanting properly and may hamper blood flow to the placenta.
Listeria , a bacteria that may be present in undercooked meats, raw eggs, and unpasteurized dairy products Maternal trauma, such as a car accident Certain medication Advanced maternal age over 35 Infections such as Lyme disease or Fifth disease Air pollution—A February study published in Fertility and Sterility found that increased short-term exposure to nitrogen dioxide correlated with a higher risk of miscarriage.
High fever above degrees during early pregnancy—A high core body temperature is most damaging to the embryo before 6 weeks. Comments 1. Sort by: Newest. Newest Oldest. Load More Comments. Close this dialog window Add a comment.
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