What can be done to decrease chance of a miscarriage

What can be done to decrease chance of a miscarriage

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Nausea and vomiting of pregnancy (NVP, or morning sickness) are associated with a decreased risk of miscarriage.

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What can I do to decrease my chances of miscarriage?

Q: My mom had a miscarriage between my older brother and sister, and my sister had a miscarriage at 17. So far I feel fine, but I’m only about 5-6 weeks in. What kind of things can I do just to be extra careful?

A: dont smoke cigarettes, or do drugs drink alot of water and take ur prenatal vitamins there is nothing you can really do to prevent a miscarriage a miscarriage usually is when something is wrong with the baby and ur body regects it because it knows its not going to be healthy and something is wrong.. miscarriages are non-preventable but as long as u take good care of urself you know u did everything you could for your baby

Does use of IUD increase risk of later miscarriage?

Q: I have been considering getting an IUD. I have one child and we aren’t planning to have another for a while. The IUD sounded great in that you can get pregnant as soon as it is removed and once it’s in you pretty much don’t have to think about it. But, I recently heard somewhere that it can increase the chance of having a miscarriage later on (after it’s been removed). Does anyone know anything about that or know where I can find information regarding this issue? Does anyone know what other sort of things may increase or decrease the chance of miscarriage besides (I assume) stress levels, maternal health and quality of diet?

A: You can keep track of your IUD by checking its strings. You can feel for the string by putting a finger into your vagina. Some women prefer to look at the string using a speculum, mirror, and flashlight. It is recommended that women check their IUD after each period. A shorter than normal string can be a warning sign of an imbedded IUD. Missing strings may mean that the IUD was expelled. If the string is missing, call the clinic and use a backup method of birth control. If you miss a period while on an IUD, you may want to take a pregnancy test. If you have any concerns about your IUD, call the clinic. If you have any concerns about your IUD, call the clinic where you got it. The longer the IUD remains in place, the less likely it is that the uterus will reject the IUD and expel it. Removal: An IUD can be removed at any time and the procedure is quicker and easier than insertion. If it is removed near ovulation, a woman may become pregnant from recent intercourse before IUD removal. Types of IUDsThere are two types of IUDs available: ParaGard and Mirena. The ParaGard has a tiny copper wire wrapped around the plastic body and should not be used by anyone who is allergic to copper. The Mirena releases small amounts of a synthetic progesterone hormone. The hormone was added to attempt to decrease the bleeding and cramping that some women have with the IUD.Your Health back to top Every woman is different and IUDs are not recommended for all women. Due to the risk of serious health problems, women with the following conditions should not use IUDs: Recent or repeated pelvic infection Known or suspected pregnancy Severe cervicitis Salpingitis Malignant lesions in the genital tract Unexplained vaginal bleeding HIV/AIDS History of ectopic pregnancy History of Toxic Shock Syndrome Physical inability to check IUD IUDs are not recommended for women who are at risk for PID (Pelvic Inflammatory Disease), have lower immune response, abnormal pap smear, heart disease, anemia, a history of severe menstrual cramping and heavy flow, a history of ectopic pregnancy, or previous problems with an IUD. Copper IUDs are not recommended for women with Wilson’s disease or allergies to copper. Women with a history of breast cancer cannot use the Mirena IUD. Women with diabetes should be monitored carefully if they use the Mirena IUD. Breastfeeding women should be aware the synthetic hormone in the Mirena IUD will be passed to the baby in her breast milk. Health Risks: Getting any vaginal infection while using an IUD can increase the risk of developing a serious pelvic infection. This can result in a loss of fertility. For this reason, women need to assess their own risk for infection. If you have multiple partners or if your partner has multiple partners, your chance of infection is much higher. Piercing or perforation of the uterine wall may occur during insertion of the IUD. Over time, an IUD may become imbedded in the uterine wall. An Imbedded IUD is still effective, but it can be painful and may need to be removed. There is a risk of surgery and/or sterility if an IUD becomes imbedded. If a woman becomes pregnant while using an IUD, it is highly recommended that she have the IUD removed, whether or not she wants to carry the pregnancy to term. An IUD increases the risk of having a miscarriage or premature birth. A woman who becomes pregnant while using an IUD is also more likely to have an ectopic pregnancy. An ectopic pregnancy occurs when a fertilized egg attaches and grows outside the uterus. This can be very dangerous and requires emergency medical attention. Side Effects back to top Both the ParaGard and the Mirena IUDs can cause longer, heavier, and more painful menstrual periods, but this is much less common with the Mirena. The increased blood flow may cause anemia. Spotting may occur without serious cause or as a sign of infection. The Mirena IUD can cause ovarian cysts. Some women using the Mirena stop bleeding altogether. Usually their menstrual periods return when the IUD is removed. Mirena can cause weight gain, headaches, increased blood pressure, acne, depression, and decrease in sex drive.Future Fertility Women who want to become pregnant may have their IUD removed at any time. While most women who stop using IUDs are able to become pregnant, IUDs can have negative effects on a woman’s fertility. If perforation, embedding, or pelvic infection occurs, the uterus or tubes may become damaged and lower the chance of pregnancy. In cases of severe damage or infection of the uterus, a hysterectomy (removal of the uterus) may be required, resulting in permanent sterility. The synthetic hormone in the Mirena IUD can cause a delay in return of menstruation and fertility after it is removed.Advantages back to top Allows sexual spontaneity. Requires no daily attention. Immediately effective. Long-lasting. Not messy. Disadvantages Does not protect against sexually transmitted infections, including HIV/AIDS. Insertion and removal require clinic visits. Can be expelled. Can cause more difficult menstrual periods. Possible risk to future fertility. Emergency Contraception You can prevent pregnancy after unprotected intercourse by having a copper IUD inserted. Within one week of unprotected intercourse, copper IUDs can be used as Emergency Contraception. Your Cervix back to top The cervix is the opening to the uterus where menstrual blood, babies, and sperm pass. It is the opening through which abortions are performed. IUDs are inserted through the cervix into the uterus. Barrier methods of birth control, including the cervical cap, diaphragm, and female condom, work by covering the cervix and preventing sperm from entering the uterus. Hormonal methods of birth control, including oral contraceptives, Norplant, Depo Provera, and Lunelle, affect the mucus around the cervix and make the opening more resistant to sperm. Women’s bodies also naturally produce hormones that change the cervix during a menstrual cycle. You can learn more about your cervix using a speculum to perform a self-exam. Further References

When can I take a home pregnancy test and what are the chances of a healthy baby?

Q: I had a miscarriage at 14 weeks about 4 weeks ago. My boyfriend and I started having sex 2 weeks after the miscarriage when the bleeding had stopped. When would I be able to get an accurate pregnancy test? Also i’ve been hearing that if you don’t wait for atleast 3 months after the miscarriage to start trying again you will most likely have another miscarriage. Is this true? Im really scare because I wanted that baby more that anything. If I do end up pregnant is there anything I can do this time to try decrease the chances of another miscarriage. Also they did genetic chromosome testing and nothing was wrong with the baby and they have no idea what could have happened. Help please i’m really worried!!!

A: I had a miscarriage at 10 weeks and got pregnant a little over 3 months after and im currently 32 weeks with #2. I dont believe you would be able to take any pregnancy test it may give you a false positive, due to the fact that you just miscarried you still may have some hCG still in your system and may show on the test. It might not have been the best idea to have sex so soon even though some dr say its okay after you finish your bleeding but others say to wait until after your next period. If you are pregnant then there could be a small chance you may miscarry again cause your body hasnt had a chance to heal from the rejected pregnancy. But you should be ok! My advise is to go talk to your doctor to be sure on what steps you need to take.