Patient's question:
Hello doctor, my cousin has been pregnant for a long time. Yesterday, I accompanied her to the hospital for a health check-up. During the ultrasound, the doctor said there was a miscarriage. This news surprised us very much. I would like to ask the doctor, why did a miscarriage occur again?Doctor's answer:
Embryonic arrest can be caused by various factors, such as poor egg development, sperm issues, or inadequate growth of the fertilized egg. External factors like exposure to radiation or toxic substances can also lead to embryonic arrest. After an embryonic arrest occurs, it is necessary to undergo timely treatment, such as a D&C procedure, and wait another year before attempting to conceive again.Three months into the pregnancy, there may also be fetal demise. The reasons for fetal demise include umbilical cord inversion, cord prolapse, and other factors. Fetal-related issues include abnormalities, intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR), infections, and multiple pregnancies. Maternal conditions, such as preeclampsia, postterm pregnancy, cardiovascular diseases, and toxic shock syndrome, can also contribute. Placental factors include placental abruption and placenta previa.
After three months of pregnancy, folic acid supplementation is no longer necessary.