Natural miscarriage impact on the body

Written by Du Rui Xia
Obstetrics
Updated on September 06, 2024
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If a woman experiences a natural miscarriage, it can have adverse effects on her body. If attention is not paid to local cleanliness and hygiene during uterine bleeding, and the body's resistance is lowered, it can easily lead to some gynecological infections. If the inflammation is not treated in time, it can affect future normal pregnancies. Furthermore, if care is not enhanced after surgery, and rest is not adequately observed, it will impact the uterus's normal contraction and recovery, leading to continuous vaginal bleeding, which can also affect future pregnancies. Additionally, it can also have some adverse psychological effects on the pregnant woman.

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What are the symptoms of a natural miscarriage?

During a natural miscarriage, the most typical clinical symptoms include abdominal pain and vaginal bleeding. Based on the different symptoms of a natural miscarriage, women should undergo differential diagnosis. When a woman experiences abdominal pain and vaginal bleeding, it may initially suggest a threatened miscarriage. If the abdominal pain worsens and vaginal bleeding increases, it could progress to an inevitable miscarriage. An inevitable miscarriage can further be classified into complete or incomplete miscarriage. In the case of a complete miscarriage, the abdominal pain generally subsides gradually, and the vaginal bleeding eventually stops. In contrast, during an incomplete miscarriage, the vaginal bleeding lasts longer, and the abdominal pain is prolonged. At this point, it is necessary to visit a hospital for an examination to check if there are any remnants in the uterine cavity and to receive further treatment.

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Does natural miscarriage have anything to do with sperm?

The occurrence of natural miscarriage is somewhat related to the quality of the male's sperm. When the vitality of the sperm and the rate of sperm abnormalities are both decreased, it tends to lead to miscarriage. The combination of sperm and egg requires both to be healthy to conceive a healthy baby. If the quality of the sperm is poor, it might lead to miscarriage even if a fertilized egg is formed. Therefore, before pregnancy, both men and women should go to the hospital for pre-pregnancy check-ups to see if their bodies are suitable for pregnancy. If the sperm quality is poor, it should be regulated, and pregnancy should only be attempted after the sperm quality has been improved.

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How many days of rest are needed for a natural miscarriage?

After a natural miscarriage, women also need to go through a confinement period, although it is shorter than the confinement period after a normal delivery. Therefore, it is essential to rest for at least a week after a miscarriage. If possible and conditions allow, it is best to rest for two weeks. Following a miscarriage, women's immune systems are generally weaker, and their bodies more frail. At this time, it is important to establish healthy lifestyle habits, such as maintaining a regular sleep schedule, going to bed early and waking up early, ensuring adequate sleep, and avoiding heavy physical labor. Opt for light, easily digestible, and absorbable foods, with balanced nutrition including both meat and vegetables. Eating more fresh vegetables and fruits, as well as foods like lean meat, eggs, and dairy, can help enhance the body's immune system and promote recovery.

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How long does it take to get a period after a natural miscarriage?

For patients who have had a spontaneous miscarriage, if their menstrual cycle is usually regular, the first day of the spontaneous miscarriage is the time when their next period would begin. However, if the miscarriage is incomplete and a dilation and curettage (D&C) procedure is required, the first day after the D&C is considered the start date for the next menstrual cycle. Some people experience spontaneous miscarriages due to menstrual irregularities and an irregular menstrual cycle, which may be caused by hormonal imbalances. In such cases, the timing of the next period after a miscarriage is uncertain. If the menstrual cycle is regular, the next period can be estimated based on the aforementioned timings. However, if the cycle is irregular, the timing of the next period post-miscarriage primarily depends on the condition of the endometrium. If the endometrium has recovered to a thickness of 1.0 or more, menstruation is likely to occur. If the endometrial lining is thin, menstruation may not occur for the time being. Therefore, the length of time until menstruation resumes following a spontaneous miscarriage also requires monitoring of the hormonal balance and the regularity of the usual menstrual cycle.

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Is natural miscarriage dangerous?

Miscarriages that occur before the 28th week of pregnancy generally do not cause significant harm to the expectant mother. This situation is relatively common, mostly due to chromosomal abnormalities in the embryo or environmental stimuli affecting the pregnant woman, such as abdominal impacts, extreme emotional fluctuations, fatigue, or staying up late, all of which may lead to spontaneous miscarriage. Under normal circumstances, spontaneous miscarriages do not lead to particularly serious consequences. However, some women may experience significant bleeding or infections of the reproductive system during a miscarriage, which require timely hemostasis and infection control. Additionally, it is advised to promptly visit a hospital in the event of a miscarriage and follow the doctor's guidance for management.