How long does it take for the bleeding from a natural miscarriage to stop?

Written by Liu Wei Jie
Obstetrics
Updated on April 27, 2025
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If it is a natural miscarriage, and the embryo is expelled completely, there is generally bleeding for about three days, accompanied by a small amount of bleeding or a small amount of brown discharge. If the bleeding lasts for a long time, about three days, and the amount of bleeding is significant, it is considered possible that there might be remnants or that the uterus is not contracting properly. In such cases, it is first necessary to undergo an ultrasound examination. An ultrasound can determine the issue of remnants and how much is left. If the ultrasound shows remnants greater than 1.0 cm, surgical cleaning of the uterus is required; if less than 1.0 cm, it can be treated with medication. Then, another ultrasound will be needed to check the recovery of the uterus.

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How long do I need to rest after a natural miscarriage?

The duration of rest required after a miscarriage depends on the duration of pregnancy. For instance, for miscarriages within the first 3 months of pregnancy, it is recommended to rest for at least 2 weeks. Additionally, avoid sharing a bed for a month. If the miscarriage occurs between 3 to 28 weeks of pregnancy, follow the normal postpartum rest period of about 42 days, as it takes this time for the body to fully recover. Besides resting, it is crucial to avoid catching cold after a miscarriage, abstain from sharing a bed for a month, and take appropriate contraceptive measures or prepare for pregnancy accordingly.

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What should I do if a natural miscarriage is not complete?

If after a natural miscarriage, there is prolonged vaginal bleeding and accompanying abdominal pain, it is necessary to consider the possibility that the miscarriage was incomplete. In this case, the first step is to go to the hospital for an ultrasound to check if there is any residual tissue in the uterine cavity and the size of any remaining embryonic tissue. Treatment should be determined based on the size of the residual tissue. If the residual tissue is relatively small, about 1 centimeter, it is generally possible to promote uterine contraction and aid the expulsion of the residual tissue by taking medications that improve blood circulation and remove blood stasis. If the residual tissue is larger, exceeding 2 centimeters, taking medication generally does not yield good results, and it becomes necessary to proceed with further surgical cleaning of the uterus.

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How to recuperate from a natural miscarriage

When a patient experiences a natural miscarriage, it is important to rest. It is recommended to rest for about half a month if possible, avoid overexertion, vigorous exercise, staying up late, and abstain from sexual activity within a month after the miscarriage. Avoid contact with cold water recently and pay attention to keeping warm and not catching a cold. In terms of diet, eat more light, easily digestible foods, and additionally consume foods rich in protein, vitamins, and minerals. You can eat more eggs, lean meat, milk, fresh vegetables, and fruits. Within a month of the natural miscarriage, it is recommended to visit the hospital for a follow-up to check the recovery of the uterus.

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Can a natural miscarriage be completely cleared?

After a natural miscarriage, whether it can be completely cleared varies from individual to individual. Some women may have a complete miscarriage naturally. However, some people may have existing gynecological inflammation or be relatively weak, which can lead to incomplete miscarriage, necessitating further uterine cleaning. After the miscarriage, women should closely monitor their vaginal bleeding and abdominal pain. Normally, after such a miscarriage, abdominal pain should last about two to three days, and vaginal bleeding should clear up within a week. If vaginal bleeding persists for a longer time and abdominal pain occurs, the possibility of residual materials in the uterine cavity should be considered, and it is advised to go to the hospital for further ultrasound examination and subsequent treatment as needed.

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Does a natural miscarriage count as an abortion?

Is miscarriage considered the same as abortion? These are not the same concepts, but they share similarities. Miscarriage is due to factors related to the mother or fetus, leading to the natural loss of the embryo, whereas abortion involves artificially inducing the removal of the embryo from the womb. Although miscarriages might also result in some postpartum complications, abortions tend to have more complications due to the artificial means involved. These artificial ways include surgical abortion procedures, during which there might be risks of infection and damage to the uterine lining.