Miscarriage is the loss of a baby before 20 wks of pregnancy. Miscarriages are very common and often women miscarry before they even know they are pregnant. If the miscarriage is in early pregnancy ie before 14 wks, it is generally due to the embryo not developing properly. The most common cause is chromosomal defects. If the miscarriage occurs later in pregnancy (> 14wks), it is more likely due to a health problem with the mother rather than the baby.
Miscarriage can be very devastating for the parent/s especially when it is a planned birth. There are many factors that can predispose a woman to miscarriage, some of which are listed below. There are resources available to help with the aftermath of the loss.
Miscarriage can be very devastating for the parent/s especially when it is a planned birth. There are many factors that can predispose a woman to miscarriage, some of which are listed below. There are resources available to help with the aftermath of the loss.
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Risk Factors:
~ Age (>30 increases risk) ~ Obesity ~ Poorly controlled Diabetes/ Thyroid problems/ Lupus ~ Clotting abnormalities ~ Uterine abnormalities ~ Placental problems ~ PCOS (Polycystic Ovaries) ~ Immune causes ie: Infections (STDs, Listeriosis, Toxoplasmosis) ~ Smoking ~ Caffeine ~ Heavy Alcohol use or other recreational drugs |
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Disclaimer:
This is an information website only, based on my experiences and information I have obtained through my own readings, discussions and related to topics of interest to me. For further information, I suggest you do your own research. There are differing opinions on some topics so some websites may give conflicting information and currency of information may change over time. For medical advice, I suggest you contact your healthcare provider.
This is an information website only, based on my experiences and information I have obtained through my own readings, discussions and related to topics of interest to me. For further information, I suggest you do your own research. There are differing opinions on some topics so some websites may give conflicting information and currency of information may change over time. For medical advice, I suggest you contact your healthcare provider.