Patient's question:
Around 70 days pregnant, I had a check-up a few days ago. The progesterone level was 18.44, and the hCG-beta (human chorionic gonadotropin) was 37,211. Two days later, I had another check-up, and the progesterone level dropped to 12.51, while the hCG-beta was 26,867. The doctor said it wasn't good and suggested a miscarriage, but didn't mention any specific cause or reason. What could have caused this, and what should I pay attention to in the future? Thank you.Doctor's answer:
The possibility of miscarriage is very high. Progesterone and human chorionic gonadotropin are produced by the chorionic villi, so they directly reflect the health of this pregnancy. If they decline, it indicates a problem with the embryo, or other factors or causes that may lead to miscarriage. If this is the first time, it might be due to an factor, such as chromosomal issues in the embryo, which is a form of natural protection for the body. You don't need to worry. Wait for a healthy pregnancy next time. If it's more than twice, it's diagnosed as recurrent miscarriage, and it's necessary to identify the factors or causes. There are many factors or causes. I won't go into detail here. If you need more information, I can elaborate further.Advice: If this is the first time, it's recommended to have an abortion early while you're still young. Before the next pregnancy, you can undergo the necessary pre-pregnancy tests.