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Could I have done anything to prevent my miscarriage?

Frequently Asked Questions About Miscarriage
Most likely there was nothing you could have done to prevent a miscarriage. Most miscarriages are the result of random genetic defects, which could not be prevented. However, if you have had more than one miscarriage your doctor may run tests for other possible causes such as immune disorders, hormone disorders, or illness.
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Can NaProTECHNOLOGY help prevent miscarriage?

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NPT identifies miscarriage as an abnormality rather than a common normal reproductive event. Furthermore it recognises that there are underlying causes to each miscarriage, even though the causes may not always be identifiable. NPT fully evaluates the possible causes of even one miscarriage and in fact prefers to identify and correct abnormalities before any miscarriage occurs. Clinical signs [biomarkers] from the couple's fertility chart suggest possible reasons for miscarriage.
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How common is miscarriage?

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At least one in six clinical pregnancies ends in clinical miscarriage. Many more miscarriages may occur before a woman even knows she is pregnant. Most of these preclinical miscarriages are due to a random chromosome error.
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What is recurrent miscarriage?

University of Chicago Medical Center: Recurrent Pregnancy Lo...
Recurrent miscarriage is defined as three or more miscarriages in a row. About 1 to 2 percent of women suffer recurrent miscarriage.
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What is a miscarriage?

The Miscarriage Clinic - FAQs
A miscarriage is the loss of a pregnancy before 24 weeks, with most miscarriages actually occurring during the first 12 weeks of pregnancy. Unfortunately, miscarriage is very common, affecting one in five pregnancies. There are different types of miscarriages:- silent (missed) miscarriage' - Some women have no symptoms at all and the miscarriage is only diagnosed by the absence of the fetal heart when they are given an ultrasound scan.
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Miscarriage, SVCMC; New York NY
A miscarriage is the loss of a pregnancy during the first 20 weeks. (After 20 weeks, pregnancy loss is known as a stillbirth.) Miscarriage is common. About 1 out of 4 women who become pregnant has a miscarriage at some point in her lifetime.1 Of all diagnosed pregnancies, between 15% and 20% end in a miscarriage in the first trimester or early in the second trimester.1 It is also common for a pregnancy to miscarry so early that a woman does not even know that she is pregnant.
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What is secondary recurrent miscarriage?

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Secondary recurrent miscarriage is the loss of at least three pregnancies to miscarriage following one successful pregnancy.
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What are the signs of miscarriage?

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The warning signs of a miscarriage generally include vaginal bleeding that is heavier than a normal period and includes large clots, cramping (severe sometimes), chills or fever. If you are experiencing any symptoms of miscarriage, see your doctor immediately.
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Why am I having a miscarriage?

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It is really hard to tell you why this is happening. It is important to ask your doctor this question. Your Doctor may decide to refer you to a specialist to see what caused the miscarriage, especially if you have had more than one. It is important to keep the communication open with your partner As this is a difficult time for you both.
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Is There A Higher Miscarriage Rate For ART Patients?

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The miscarriage rate is about the same for ART as the general population. Many times older females undergo ART and their miscarriage rates are naturally higher. Pregnancy testing is done two weeks after embryo transfer, so we often know about spontaneous miscarriages in the very early stages of pregnancy. These miscarriages would probably go unnoticed in the general population
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What if more than one miscarriage is experienced?

The Miscarriage Clinic - FAQs
If a woman has two or three miscarriages in a row, this is known as a recurrent spontaneous miscarriage. If all of our thorough investigations into your physiology, hormones and immune system are negative, then the chances of your next pregnancy being successful are 70%. If however, we diagnose a problem, then it is more than likely that your next pregnancy will miscarry unless you are treated.
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What causes a miscarriage?

Miscarriage FAQs
When a baby is created, it takes half of its genes from the mother's egg (that ovulated that month) and the other half from the father's sperm. At the exact moment of conception, all of the genes mix and come together. Sometimes errors occur when the genes combine and important information is lost. This is a common cause of miscarriage, and about 50% of the time there is no explanation. For more detailed information see the causes of miscarriage page.
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How can I cope with a miscarriage?

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A miscarriage can be heartbreaking. The good news is that the majority of women who miscarry go on to have successful pregnancies. Generally doctors recommend waiting a cycle or two before trying again, but it really depends on your individual circumstances. For more information, see our miscarriage articles and expert questions. You'll also find support on our Pregnancy and Infant Loss bulletin board.
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You've Had A Miscarriage - What Now?

Infertility Archive of Articles for Couples and Patients
O Rounds, newsletter from PCOStrategies Inc., Vol. 1 No. 1, Aug. 2003, topics include: What's Your Beef, Journal Line, Fertile Thoughts, Learning to "Chill", Summertime Activities, Ask the Experts (.pdf format - get your free Adobe Reader online)
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How is a miscarriage diagnosed?

Miscarriage, SVCMC; New York NY
If you are concerned that you might be miscarrying, see your health professional. If your symptoms and a pelvic exam do not show whether you are having a miscarriage, your health professional can test your blood for changes in your pregnancy hormone levels, perform an ultrasound test, or both.
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Do I get a refund if I have a miscarriage?

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If a miscarriage occurs before eight (8) weeks gestation, the cycle is simply considered unsuccessful and the couple can continue in the program if additional cycles are available. If a miscarriage occurs between eight (8) and twelve (12) weeks gestation, the cycle is considered unsuccessful and the couple may continue in the program, but there is a special additional withhold. If the pregnancy extends beyond twelve (12) weeks gestation, no refund is available.
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Q) What's this about Tori having a miscarriage?

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A) In interviews that began appearing in the weeks before the release of FtCH, Tori revealed that she had a miscarriage in December of 1996. Tori had planned to take time off after the DDI tour to be a mother, but after the miscarriage the songs for FtCH started showing up.
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Q) Is (insert song title here) about the miscarriage?

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A) If the song was written before December of 1996, no. If it was written after, possibly. Tori has said that elements of "Spark" relate to it, but that isn't the entire meaning of the song. "Playboy Mommy" has specifically been said to be about a fictional person, but it's not hard to draw a correlation. As with all of Tori's songs, you can draw multiple meanings from all the lyrics on this album.
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Is there more of a chance for a miscarriage after IVF-ET?

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There appears to be a slightly higher risk of miscarriage after IVF (25% to 30%) compared to spontaneous pregnancies (15-20%). This is probably because the problems causing infertility may also contribute to miscarriage. Up to the age of 35, pregnancy statistics do not change dramatically. Above the age of 40, pregnancy rates decrease and the incidence of miscarriage increases significantly.
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I just had a miscarriage, how do I record this in Ovusoft?

Ovusoft Fertility Software Support FAQ
bad as this may sound, you should mark the day of miscarriage as Menses in Ovusoft's Fertility Signs window, as this is how your body will respond to it. If you had previously indicated in the Fertility Planner that you were pregnant during this cycle, Ovusoft will automatically exclude this cycle from statistical calculations. If you did not indicate that you were pregnant, you should select Edit in the Ovusoft menu, then select Override Calculations..
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I have had a miscarriage in the past. Does this mean that I will have another one?

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No, your chances of having another miscarriage do not increase because you have had one in the past. Miscarriages happen for many reasons, and many more can not be medically explained. On average 25% of pregnancies end in miscarriage, many before the woman even knows that she is pregnant. Try not to let a past miscarriage worry you the next time that you conceive.
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Can metformin reduce the chance of miscarriage?

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) FAQ
It appears that continuing metformin use at least through early pregnancy may reduce the chance of miscarriage, especially in patients with recurrent losses. A recent abstract, "Metformin throughout pregnancy in women with polycystic ovary syndrome reduces first-trimester miscarriage" (CJ Glueck et al, J Invest Med 2000), revealed a group's experience with 59 pregnant PCOS women. Of these, 23 were kept on metformin for the long haul. The other 36 did not continue metformin in pregnancy.
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What are the signs that I'm having a miscarriage?

The Miscarriage Clinic - FAQs
Spotting (finding spots of blood on your underpants or toilet tissue after urinating) or bleeding is sometimes the first sign of miscarriage. Keep in mind, though, that spotting is common early in pregnancy and may or may not be a sign of a problem with the baby. However, 50% of the time it is actually a symptom of a serious problem such as a miscarriage, an ectopic pregnancy or in vary rare cases a molar pregnancy.
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If I have a miscarriage, do I have to undergo surgery?

The Miscarriage Clinic - FAQs
Not always. You will usually be given the option of either conservative management or a D&C (dilatation and curettage)/evacuation of retained products of conception (ERPC).
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Question: What happens in case of a miscarriage?

Pregnancy Cost, Birth Cost | Maternity Card
If you miscarry, MaternityCard? immediately stops charging you for MaternityCard?. In addition, you can continue to use MaternityCard? for one month to help you to lower any bills connected with your miscarriage, and, of course, MaternityCard? will continue to closely examine all your bills and re-price them for you too. Also, if you get pregnant again anytime during the next five years after your miscarriage, you can join MaternityCard? again and there is no initial setup fee.
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How can I prevent anorexia in myself?

Anorexia: FAQ
Because the root causes of anorexia are inconclusive, it is impossible to provide a concise formula for preventing anorexia; however, there are several steps you can take to ensure you are less likely to develop the disorder:
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Is there anything that I can do to prevent a stroke?

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Modifiable risk factors for stroke are easily recognizable and treatable and, if managed properly, can reduce a patient's risk of stroke more than ten-fold. Following are modifications you can make to your lifestyle to reduce your risk for stroke: Control your blood pressure. High blood pressure is the leading cause of both ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke and should be treated and kept to a low level of 140/90. Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly.
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