A word not seen yet in the articles about women and babies: sometimes a pregnant woman happens to lose her baby; that is what miscarriage is
wether the baby is a stillbirth or whatever; when something goes wrong...or was wrong with the fetus, or embryo:
A miscarriage, also known as a spontaneous abortion,
occurs when an embryo or fetus is lost before it can survive independently.
It typically happens during the first 20 weeks of gestation. The term “miscarriage” encompasses all forms of pregnancy loss and outcomes that occur before 20 weeks of gestation. About 80% of miscarriages occur in the first 12 weeks of pregnancy. Here are some key points about miscarriage:
- Chromosomal abnormalities account for about 50% of first-trimester miscarriages.
- Risk factors include being an older parent, previous miscarriages, exposure to tobacco smoke, obesity, diabetes, and certain medical conditions.
Types of Miscarriage:
- Missed miscarriage: Pregnancy loss without noticeable symptoms, confirmed by ultrasound.
- Complete miscarriage: Uterus is empty after bleeding and passing fetal tissue.
Diagnosis and Tests:
- Diagnosis involves checking the cervix, testing blood levels of human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG), and using ultrasound.
Prevention and Treatment:
- Good prenatal care can help prevent miscarriages.
- Avoiding drugs, alcohol, infections, and radiation reduces the risk.
- Most miscarriages resolve without specific treatment within the first 7 to 14 days.
Remember that experiencing a miscarriage does not mean you did something wrong—it is often beyond your control. Seek medical attention promptly if you suspect a miscarriage.
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