What are some causes of a miscarriage

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Genetic (chromosomal) abnormalities represent the single most frequent cause for miscarriages. Chromosomes are microscopic components of every cell in the body that carry all of the genetic material that determine hair color, eye color and …

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The cause of a miscarriage cannot always be determined. The most common known causes of miscarriage in the first third of pregnancy (1st trimester) are chromosomal abnormalities, collagen vascular disease (such as lupus), diabetes, other …

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What are some causes of a miscarriage?

Q: I am 7 weeks pregnant and I am soooo paranoid about having a miscarriage. I am taking prenatals and eating healthy. I am pretty much doing everything the doctor’s said but im still so paranoid. Is it normal to be this paranoid? What are some other causes of miscarriage? Also, are there any statistics on what percentage of women have had a miscarriage? Thanks in advance!

A: Its normal…I was very parnoid still somewhat paranoid and this is not my first so at least you have an excuse lol. Miscarriage mostly happen from genetic abnormalities that you cant do anything about…the can also happen due to the mothers health and odd shaped uterus. You cant avoid it…you can try to stay as healthy as you can like dont drink, smoke, or do anything like that because that increases the chances of miscarriage. 1 in 4 pregnancies end in miscarriage…but if got to confirm it you are doing good…if you get to see a heartbeat on the sonogram…get to 12 weeks and hear the heartbeat on a doppler the chances for way down 1-3% chance of miscarriage after 12 weeks. So just keep doing what your doing you will be okay. Most pregnancy losses occur before a women even knows shes pregnant.

What are some causes of miscarriages?

Q: I thought my sister was 10 weeks or so but she was almost 12 weeks and just had a miscarriage. What would cause her to have a miscarriage at this stage and not earlier in her pregnancy? I’m really having trouble with this, because she was getting along great until the other day.

A: The cause of a miscarriage cannot always be determined. The most common known causes of miscarriage in the first third of pregnancy (1st trimester) are chromosomal abnormalities, collagen vascular disease (such as lupus), diabetes, other hormonal problems infection, and congenital (present at birth) abnormalities of the uterus. Chromosomal abnormalities of the fetus are the most common cause of early miscarriages, including blighted ovum (see above). Each of the causes will be described below.Chromosomes are microscopic components of every cell in the body that carry all of the genetic material that determine hair color, eye color, and our overall appearance and makeup. These chromosomes duplicate themselves and divide many times during the process of development, and there are numerous points along the way where a problem can occur. Certain genetic abnormalities are known to be more prevalent in couples that experience repeated pregnancy losses. These genetic traits can be screened for by blood tests prior to attempting to become pregnant. Half of the fetal tissue from1st trimester miscarriages contain abnormal chromosomes. This number drops to 20% with 2nd trimester miscarriages. In other words, abnormal chromosomes are more common with 1st trimester than with 2nd trimester miscarriages. First trimester miscarriages are so very common that unless they occur more than once, they are not considered “abnormal” per se. They do not prompt further evaluation unless they occur more than once. In contrast, 2nd trimester miscarriages are more unusual, and therefore may trigger evaluation even after a first occurrence. It is therefore clear that causes of miscarriages seem to vary according to trimester.Chromosomal abnormalities also become more common with aging, and women over age 35 have a higher rate of miscarriage than younger women. Advancing maternal age is the most significant risk factor for early miscarriage in otherwise healthy women.Collagen vascular diseases are illnesses in which a person’s own immune system attacks their own organs. These diseases can be potentially very serious, either during or between pregnancies. In these diseases, a woman makes antibodies to her own body’s tissues. Examples of collagen vascular diseases associated with an increased risk of miscarriage are systemic lupus erythematosus, and antiphospholipid antibody syndrome. Blood tests can confirm the presence of abnormal antibodies and are used to diagnose these conditions.Diabetes generally can be well-managed during pregnancy, if a woman and her doctor work closely together. However, if the diabetes is insufficiently controlled, not only is the risk of miscarriages higher, but the baby can have major birth defects. Other problems can also occur in relation to diabetes during pregnancy. Good control of blood sugars during pregnancy is very important.Hormonal factors may be associated with an increased risk of miscarriage, including Cushing’s Syndrome, thyroid disease, and polycystic ovary syndrome. It has also been suggested that inadequate function of the corpus luteum in the ovary (which produced progesterone necessary for maintenance of the very early stages of pregnancy) may lead to miscarriage. Termed luteal phase defect, this is a controversial issue, since several studies have not supported the theory of luteal phase defect as a cause of pregnancy loss.Maternal infection with a large number of different organisms has been associated with an increased risk of miscarriage. Fetal or placental infection by the offending organism then leads to pregnancy loss. Examples of infections that have been associated with miscarriage include infections by Listeria monocytogenes, Toxoplasma gondii, parvovirus B19, rubella, herpes simplex, cytomegalovirus, and lymphocytic choriomeningitis virus. Abnormal anatomy of the uterus can also cause miscarriages. In some women there can be a tissue bridge (uterine septum), that acts like a partial wall dividing the uterine cavity into sections. The septum usually has a very poor blood supply, and is not well suited for placental attachment and growth. Therefore, an embryo implanting on the septum would be at increased risk of miscarriage.Other structural abnormalities can result from benign growths in the uterus called fibroids. Fibroid tumors (leiomyomata) are benign growths of muscle cells in the uterus. While most fibroid tumors do not cause miscarriages, (in fact, they are a rare cause of infertility), some can interfere with the embryo implantation and the embryo’s blood supply, thereby causing miscarriage.Invasive surgical procedures in the uterus, such as amniocentesis and chorionic villus sampling, also slightly increase the risk of miscarriage.

What are some causes of having sex after a miscarriage.?

Q: I had a miscarriage about a week ago and the doctor told me not to have sex for a month. Temptation hit and I had sex one week after the misscarriage.

A: I’m so sorry to hear about your loss.Sometimes, the cervix has not completely closed after a miscarriage, and that makes it possible for foreign matter or bacteria to be introduced into the uterus through the open cervix. The doctor should have also told you not to use tampons for this bleeding associated with the miscarriage, for the same reason: a tampon or a penis can introduce bacteria. This is one of the reasons why women are advised to not have sex for six weeks after the birth of the baby (aside from healing the perineal region).Let your body rest, and try to allow one normal menstrual cycle to pass after the miscarriage, before you start trying to conceive again. I had six miscarriages in a row, and they were heartbreaking. I now have four beautiful children, though, so don’t give up! 🙂