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1 Abotion and 2 miscarriages
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1 Abotion and 2 miscarriages
by Tasha-W, Mar 13, 1999 12:00AM
In 1992 I had a abortion, and then in 1997 I had my first my miscarriage which I never received any answer to the questions I had concerning the lost. Just recenty I became pregnant again and through my fourth month was having I typically normal pregnacy until I woke up to a ruptured membrane. After speaking with my doctor and the specialist who both reassured my that it wasn't my fault I still feel as if enough hasn't been done. My question for you is should I be seeking some form of testing before I become pregnant again, and what are some general causes of membrances ruptering at 17 weeks.
Doctor's Answer
by hfhsmdrcs, Mar 13, 1999 12:00AM
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Dear Tasha W:
Early miscarriage is very common and ususally (70%) is due to misdevelopment of the genetics of the early tissues.
At 17 weeks' gestation, infection is the most common reason for rupture of membranes. Pre-mature labor is uncommon at this time. Cervical incompetence (early opening of the cervix) is possible.
The tests need to be done during a future pregnancy: clinical exam, culture, and possibly ultrasound examinations of the cervix beginning at the 4th month.
Keywords: rupture of membranes, second trimester
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