Patient's question:
I was always having normal prenatal check-ups until I suddenly felt that there was no fetal heartbeat at 5 months. I went to the nearby hospital for a check-up, and the result showed that it was a missed miscarriage. What does a missed miscarriage mean?Doctor's answer:
Retained miscarriage generally refers to a phenomenon where the fetus remains in the uterine cavity after a missed miscarriage or fetal death. In fact, this condition is not uncommon during pregnancy. Retained miscarriage is characterized by symptoms of threatened miscarriage in early pregnancy, cessation of uterine growth, and disappearance of early pregnancy symptoms. Immediate surgical evacuation of the uterus is necessary, as there is no need for pregnancy preservation. After retained miscarriage, proper rest is essential. It is recommended to rest in bed for the first three days.