Miscarriage Learning Center
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A miscarriage is the spontaneous loss of a fetus before the 20th week of pregnancy. (Pregnancy losses after the 20th week are called preterm deliveries) A miscarriage may also be called a "spontaneous abortion." This re... |
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Symptoms
Possible symptoms include: Low back pain or abdominal pain that is dull, sharp, or cramping; Vaginal bleeding, with o...
Causes
Most miscarriages occur when the unborn baby has deadly genetic problems. Usually, these problems are unrelated to th...
Tests
During a pelvic exam, your health care provider may see moderate thinning of your cervix (effacement), increased cerv...
Treatments
If there is threat of miscarriage, you may be told to avoid or restrict some forms of exercise or you may need comple...
Complications
Complications in the mother are rare. However, possible complications include infection, which may need to be surgica...
Prevention
Many miscarriages that are caused by systemic diseases can be prevented by detecting and treating the disease before ...
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if vaginal bleeding with or without cramping occurs during pregnancy. Call your health...
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