WHAT ARE MULTIPLE MISCARRIAGES IN INFERTILITY?
Infertility is a disorder
within a human reproductive system, which prevents a couple to achieve
pregnancy after having 12 months or more of unprotected sexual intercourse.
15-20% of pregnancies end with
miscarriage, 75% of miscarriages happen in the first 12 weeks of the pregnancy.
A miscarriage is a very soul-crushing experience for all couples.
Multiples miscarriages are
defined by the loss of two or more than two clinical pregnancies. Clinical
pregnancy is declared after confirmation from either a blood test or an ultrasound.
Multiple miscarriages usually
happen in 15-20% of all pregnancies and more shockingly early losses occur
before missed period range from 30-50%. That is why it is quite important to
consult with your Infertility Specialist, you have experienced more than
one recurrent miscarriage.
Miscarriage and Causes
A
miscarriage or instant abortion is a condition in which there is a loss of
fetus before 23rd week of pregnancy or simply during the first trimester
of pregnancy. There are multiple factors behind the causes of miscarriage in
pregnancy.
Below is the list of some common causes that may contribute to multiple
miscarriages:
Genetic or
Chromosomal Issues, malnutrition, drug usage, maternal age, several diseases
and infections, hormonal issues, diabetes, trauma, obesity, cervical issues, uterus
issues, blood pressure, under or over-weight, body trauma, etc.
Genetic & Chromosomal Issues:
One of
the major causes of miscarriage are genetic & chromosomal abnormality, these
issues result in abnormal development of the fetus. One study reported that almost
50 to 60% of miscarriages occur in the first trimester of pregnancy are due to genetic
& chromosomal abnormalities.
Abnormal Hormone Levels
Another major cause of Miscarriages is abnormal hormonal levels that lead to improper
development of endometrial lining.
Structural Problems
Miscarriages
can also happen as a result of anatomical problems, such as the size and shape of
uterus, presence of fibroids, cysts etc.
Cervical Issues
Incompetent the cervix is one of the causes of miscarriage, in such cases cervical muscles are
not strong enough to hold the pressure of growing fetus, leading towards
premature widening of the cervical opening.
Infections
Certain infections
like Rubella (German measles), herpes simplex, cytomegalovirus or chlamydia can
also affect fetal development and ultimately results in miscarriage.
Environmental Factors
Sometimes
external environmental toxins result in fetal damage or miscarriage.
Immunologic Causes
One of the immunologic problems that cause miscarriage is the development of
anti-phospholipid antibodies. It results in thickening of the blood, and ultimately
decreased blood supply to the fetus resulting in miscarriage. Blood thinner
medicines are used to treat such issues.
Multiple Miscarriages
One miscarriage is usually common these days and reportedly about 15-20%
of pregnancies end up with miscarriage. One or more miscarriages do not indicate
the condition of infertility. However, female with multiple miscarriages are
more prone to risks associated with future miscarriages. However, couples with
multiple miscarriages, when adopted ART treatment for their next pregnancies actually
reproduced healthy children. Therefore, a couple may seek help and advice from
various ART providers as the whole process of fertilization and implantation of an embryo, until the birth of the child is a secured and precisely monitored
process. The factors, contributing to both the father and the mother, that
becomes the cause of miscarriage, can viably be treated by IVF Procedure. The
medical and surgical procedures for the underlying causes via ART enable the
couple to beat the chances of future miscarriage and infertility.
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