Signs of miscarriage

fear of miscarriage

The fear of miscarriage accompanies many pregnant women. This is understandable and not entirely unfounded, especially in the first twelve weeks of pregnancy. It is during this period of early pregnancy that most miscarriages occur. The woman affected often does not even know that she is pregnant. A miscarriage often goes unnoticed. In our article Miscarriage: When Pregnancy Ends Early“ you can find out why the risk of miscarriage is higher at the beginning of pregnancy and what causes can lead to a miscarriage. Whether you’re early in your pregnancy or more advanced, it doesn’t hurt to know the signs of a threatened miscarriage. In the worst case, you can react appropriately and possibly save the life of your unborn child.

signs of miscarriage

The following symptoms can be signs of a threatened miscarriage. If you observe one or more of these in you or simply have the feeling that something is wrong, see a doctor as soon as possible.

• Vaginal bleeding during pregnancy is always a warning sign. While they may not necessarily be a sign of a miscarriage, you should definitely take them seriously. This applies not only to heavy but also to weak bleeding.
• Severe, cramping pain and a pulling sensation in the lower abdomen can be signs of an impending miscarriage.
• Severe lower back pain can also be an indicator of an imminent miscarriage.
• You should also be careful with fever and purulent discharge , because both can lead to a miscarriage.

The signs of miscarriage depend on the stage of pregnancy and the form and course of the miscarriage. A threatened miscarriage in the first few weeks of pregnancy usually manifests itself as bleeding. After the 12th week of pregnancy, however, labor-like pain is more likely to occur. However, it is also possible that none of the above signs of a miscarriage occur and your doctor only finds out during the ultrasound examination that your unborn child is unfortunately no longer alive. You can find more information about the different types of miscarriage in our article “ Abortion: types and differences of a miscarriage ”.

Can a miscarriage be stopped?

This also depends primarily on the form of the miscarriage and will be determined by your doctor in an examination. In addition to your general condition, the doctor also checks the shape and size of your uterus, whether the cervix may have already opened and whether the heart of your unborn child is active. If your child has developed normally so far, an impending miscarriage can often be stopped. The corresponding therapy usually takes place in the hospital and always includes strict bed rest . In some cases, sedative drugs are used or surgery is performed.

In general, a healthy lifestyle always contributes to the well-being of your child. Not doing certain sports and, under certain circumstances, not having sex during pregnancy can also protect your child. You can find out more about this in our article “ Preventing a miscarriage ”.

Miscarriage: What Happens After?

If a miscarriage could not be averted, it is a sad and drastic experience in the life of the parents and other family members. Even if it means great pain and requires a lot of strength: It is important that you process the loss of your child and are able to cope with your grief. In our article ” Grief after a miscarriage ” we show you ways that might help you.