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Re: 1st Miscarriage - protocol question

From: Maggie (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Wed, 3 Apr 2002 21:17:44 -0600 (CST)

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At Wed, 3 Apr 2002, Sara wrote: >
>Good afternoon. I just found out that I had a "missed abortion". I was
>11 weeks pregnant. It appears the baby stopped developing 2 1/2 weeks
>ago, however, the gestational sac was said to be 11 week's size. I have
>had one successful full-term pregnancy with no problems 2 years ago. I'm
>in my late thirties and started menstruating at a very early age (i'm
>not sure if that matters...). What is the typical medical protocol
>following a miscarriage - considering my history? My doctor believes
>this is just one of those flukes of nature. She hasn't offered any type
>of testing. Is this standard procedure?
>
>Thank you,
>Sara

I had a missed m/c at around 8 weeks in Dec. Had a d/c, but unfortunately cultures did not grow. no other tests were suggested- which seems to be pretty standard from what I hear from friends who have had similar experiences. I am pg again and did have my progesterone checked early on and it was low. So, when you get there again, it is worth insisting on some blood tests etc. in the event that you could be helped by supplements (although the data are so inconclusive on their effectiveness) or if you have another loss, at least you have that data. Good luck. I know it is a hard and lonely experience. Time does help and although the pain is still there, it does become much more manageable.

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