Re: Is a D&C always necessary?

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I'm so sorry for your loss. I know how traumatic the whole experience can be.

-Ann

At Sun, 16 Dec 2001, Jenn wrote: >
>On 12/11 I started cramping and bleeding heavily. I was about 5 weeks
>pregnant at the time. I went to the ER where I was told that my cervix
>was not dilated. They also did a U/S but could not see anything in my
>uterus. My HCG level was only 39. They sent me home saying that if the
>cramping and bleeding got worse or if I started passing tissue, to come
>back and they would do a D&C. Later that night the cramping got worse
>and I started passing tissue. I bled heavily for the next couple of
>days. As of today, I have almost stopped bleeding. I was really
>wanting to avoid a D&C, but now wonder if it is safe. I want to get
>pregnant in the future and don't want to ruin my chances. What are the
>risks or miscarrying naturally and of having a D&C? Thanks in advance.

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