THREATENED MISCARRIAGE – MISCARRIAGE

- Threatened miscarriage: The pregnancy remains in the uterus, but the mother experiences symptoms such as lower abdominal pain, vaginal bleeding before 22 weeks of gestation.

- Miscarriage: The fetus is expelled from the uterus before 22 weeks of gestation or when fetal weight is less than 500 g.

• Fetal chromosomal abnormalities.
• Maternal age over 35 years.
• Viral or bacterial infections: influenza, syphilis, Parvovirus B19, gonorrhea, Chlamydia.
• Maternal medical conditions: diabetes, hypertension, thyroid disorders, lupus.
• Rh blood group incompatibility, coagulation disorders.

• Persistent or intermittent lower abdominal pain.
• Bright red or dark brown vaginal bleeding.
• Heavy bleeding with severe cramping pain.
• Passage of tissue or blood clots through the vagina.

👉 If any of these symptoms occur → Seek medical care immediately.

• Complete rest..
• Hormonal medication as prescribed by doctor.
• Antibiotics in cases of infection.
• Close monitoring with ultrasound examinations.
• In cases of miscarriage: uterine evacuation, uterotonic medications, and antibiotics as indicated.

• Early antenatal care and regular prenatal check-ups.
• Prompt treatment of maternal medical conditions.
• Hormonal supplementation when indicated.
• Cervical cerclage in cases of cervical insufficiency.
• Avoid heavy physical activity and stress.
• Wait 3–6 months before attempting another pregnancy.

“Early detection – Appropriate treatment – Protecting the health of both mother and baby.”