Early symptoms of threatened miscarriage

Written by Du Rui Xia

Obstetrics

Updated on September 07, 2024

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Premature birth refers to the condition where delivery occurs after the pregnancy has reached 28 weeks but before completing 37 weeks. Premature infants have a very high mortality rate. If a woman experiences prolonged back pain and a hardening of the lower abdomen during this time, it is due to contractions of the uterus. There can also be vaginal discharge of fluids, indicating early breaking of waters. Increased vaginal discharge, sometimes with traces of blood, might also indicate imminent premature birth; medical check-ups and treatment should be sought immediately.

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How long should one stay in bed for a threatened miscarriage?

Threatened miscarriage, as the name implies, is the appearance of signs of miscarriage, such as lower abdominal pain, bleeding, and a feeling of heaviness. For threatened miscarriage, it is appropriate to choose bed rest for treatment, but absolute bed rest is not necessary during threatened miscarriage. Prolonged bed rest is not always beneficial for the recovery of a woman’s health. Being bedridden for a long time can cause constipation, prevent vaginal bleeding from being expelled, and lead to mental stress. It is generally recommended to get out of bed for light activities during the day, aside from normal sleeping hours. Simple, light activities will not worsen the miscarriage. Generally, after a threatened miscarriage, it is advised to rest in bed for 3-5 days at most, and during this period, it is necessary to get out of bed intermittently.

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Can you take a bath with a threatened miscarriage?

If a threatened miscarriage occurs, it indicates that the connection between the embryo and the mother is not yet secure, making bleeding likely. Therefore, it is advisable to avoid bathing at this time to prevent exacerbating vaginal bleeding and promoting the progression of miscarriage. During the threatened miscarriage phase, it is best to avoid what can be avoided. Wait until the vaginal bleeding has stopped and abdominal pain has disappeared for a week before bathing, as the impact will be minimal by then.

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What should be noted for threatened miscarriage?

After the occurrence of threatened miscarriage, it is crucial to rest, and if possible, bed rest is recommended to reduce activity. Additionally, local hygiene must be maintained, frequently changing underwear to keep the area dry and fresh, preventing bacterial infection. Intercourse should be strictly avoided during a threatened miscarriage. It is important to observe vaginal bleeding and discharge. If any tissue-like materials are expelled, they should be preserved and brought to the hospital for examination to determine the nature of the expelled material. Nutrition should be enhanced by consuming light, easily digestible foods, including fresh fruits and vegetables.

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Threatened miscarriage occurs in how many months?

Threatened miscarriage mostly occurs during the first three months of pregnancy because, at this time, the embryo's development is still unstable, and its connection to the mother is not secure, making it susceptible to various factors that might lead to a threatened miscarriage. In the first three months, before week 12 of pregnancy, which is considered the early stage, special attention must be given. First and foremost, one should not overexert themselves and must ensure adequate rest and sufficient sleep. Sexual intercourse should be avoided during early pregnancy as well as foods that might stimulate uterine contractions, such as hawthorn and coix seed. Generally, paying attention to nutritional intake and avoiding intense physical activities should largely prevent any major issues.

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How long should one rest in bed for a threatened miscarriage?

The duration of bed rest for threatened miscarriage varies from person to person. It depends on the patient's clinical symptoms. Generally, one should rest until there is no vaginal bleeding for a week before starting to get out of bed and move around. This is because the typical clinical symptom of threatened miscarriage is minor vaginal bleeding. During this time, in addition to bed rest, it is advisable to take some progestogen medication for miscarriage prevention treatment. After successful miscarriage prevention, most people will see the disappearance of clinical symptoms. Then, one week after the symptoms disappear, they may gradually start getting out of bed but should still avoid intense physical activities.