Threatened miscarriage occurs in how many months?

Written by Du Rui Xia
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Updated on February 21, 2025
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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 does threatened miscarriage require bed rest?

Threatened miscarriage generally requires bed rest for about a week. A threatened miscarriage isn't an inevitable or natural miscarriage and may not necessarily result in the loss of the pregnancy. If the bleeding is minor and timely measures are taken to preserve the pregnancy, most cases won't progress to inevitable miscarriage. However, if measures to preserve the pregnancy are unsuccessful and not taken promptly, and if the bleeding is heavy and abdominal pain severe from the start, it will generally result in a miscarriage naturally within one to three days. During the treatment to preserve the pregnancy, it is crucial for the patient to rest in bed as much as possible, minimize physical activity to reduce the chances of miscarriage, and strictly avoid sexual activity to reduce stimulation to the uterus and fetus. Dietary nutrition should be increased, including more proteins, vitamin-rich foods, and high-fiber foods. It is important to actively prevent constipation, avoid spicy and stimulating foods, as well as cold, greasy foods, and maintain stable emotions.

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Can you eat bananas with threatened miscarriage?

When threatened miscarriage occurs, it is okay for pregnant women to eat bananas. Bananas contain a good amount of nutrients and are low in sodium. They are a very suitable fruit to eat during pregnancy as they help in preventing mental fatigue, moisturizing the lungs to stop coughing, and preventing constipation during pregnancy. Bananas are also easy to digest and absorb, providing many benefits when consumed during threatened miscarriage.

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Threatened miscarriage how many days naturally miscarry

Threatened miscarriage refers to the occurrence of symptoms suggesting a possible miscarriage, such as severe abdominal pain or vaginal bleeding. However, a threatened miscarriage does not always progress to an actual miscarriage. With appropriate treatment and oral medication, the majority of embryos can be saved during a threatened miscarriage. If the quality of the embryo is poor and the symptoms of threatened miscarriage continue to worsen, it may develop into a natural miscarriage. However, there is no specific clinical guideline on how many days it may take for a natural miscarriage to occur following a threatened miscarriage. If the symptoms of threatened miscarriage are mild, with only slight abdominal pain or vaginal bleeding, it may not lead to a natural miscarriage, or it might take up to a week to occur naturally. If the symptoms of threatened miscarriage are severe, featuring intense abdominal pain or heavy vaginal bleeding, it generally may result in a natural miscarriage within one to two days.

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What are the symptoms of threatened miscarriage?

Threatened miscarriage primarily refers to the occurrence of a small amount of vaginal bleeding before 28 weeks of pregnancy, often dark red or blood-stained discharge, with no pregnancy tissue expelled. The amount of bleeding generally does not exceed that of a menstrual period and may be accompanied by intermittent pain in the lower abdomen or the sacral area. During a gynecological examination, the cervix is not dilated, the membranes are intact, and the size of the uterus corresponds to the gestational age. After rest or treatment, the symptoms may alleviate, allowing the pregnancy to continue. If vaginal bleeding increases and lower abdominal pain intensifies, and all or part of the pregnancy tissue is expelled through the vagina, a miscarriage that cannot be avoided is considered. In this case, it is necessary to terminate the pregnancy promptly to avoid endangering the pregnant woman's life due to excessive bleeding.

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What should be done for a threatened miscarriage?

Threatened miscarriage, as the name suggests, is a precursor to miscarriage, typically manifesting in several ways: first, a feeling of heaviness or pain in the lower abdomen; second, vaginal bleeding. The presence of these two symptoms often indicates signs of a miscarriage. Regarding the management of threatened miscarriage, whether to proceed with treatment to preserve the pregnancy primarily depends on the severity of the condition and the value of preserving the pregnancy. First, for minor cases of threatened miscarriage, if there is only slight bleeding and mild abdominal pain, medication can be used to inhibit uterine contractions and reduce bleeding. Second, if there is significant vaginal bleeding and severe abdominal pain, and if the embryo has already been confirmed to have ceased developing, preserving the pregnancy is generally not recommended. It is advised to terminate the pregnancy promptly or let it proceed naturally. (Medication should be used under the guidance of a doctor.)