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Recurrent miscarriage – 6 important facts you should know

de Sergio

01.09.2023

Recurrent miscarriage – 6 important facts you should know

If you’re a woman who’s suffered from recurrent miscarriages, you know how devastating and confusing it can be. You may feel like you’re the only one going through this, but unfortunately, you’re not. According to studies, about 1 in 100 women suffer from recurrent miscarriages.

So what exactly is a recurrent miscarriage? A recurrent miscarriage is defined as the loss of three or more pregnancies in a row. While the causes are often unknown, there are some risk factors that have been identified. These include abnormalities in the uterine cavity, genetic defects, autoimmune diseases, and certain infections.

While there isn’t always a clear reason why someone suffers from recurrent miscarriages, there are treatments available that can help improve your chances of carrying a pregnancy to term. If you’re struggling with recurrent miscarriages, consider talking to your doctor about some of these treatment options.

Remember, you’re not alone in this journey – one in 100 women go through this heartbreaking experience. Thankfully though, with modern medicine and treatments available, there is hope for those struggling to conceive.

Recurrent miscarriage is defined as the loss of three or more consecutive pregnancies.

Recurrent miscarriage is a heartbreaking experience for any couple or individual dealing with the loss of a pregnancy. It’s defined as the loss of three or more consecutive pregnancies and can be especially heartbreaking knowing that you’ve experienced multiple losses. Those dealing with recurrent miscarriages require additional care, emotional support, and sometimes medical advice. Comforting forms of therapy such as art therapy and counselling may also help people cope with the loss and frustration associated with recurrent miscarriage. Together, these avenues help those affected to come to terms with their experience, navigate their grief, and ultimately find healing.

The most common cause of recurrent miscarriage is chromosomal abnormalities in the embryo.

Recurrent miscarriage is one of the most distressing and emotionally challenging medical conditions, as it often occurs in couples hoping yet again to bring a new life into the world. Research has shown that chromosomal abnormalities in an embryo are the most common underlying cause of recurrent miscarriages. It often results in embryos being unable to develop past a certain point without intervention since they do not have the genetic material required for normal development. While there are tests that can identify if chromosomal issues are present and provide further insight into why this unfortunate situation is occurring, understanding and addressing recurrent miscarriage remains complex and there is much more research to be done.

Other causes of recurrent miscarriage include hormonal imbalances, autoimmune disorders, thrombophilia, and uterine abnormalities.

Miscarriage is a heartbreakingly common occurrence and can be caused by a variety of physical, hormonal, or infectious conditions. Other potential causes of recurring miscarriages include imbalances in important hormones such as progesterone, thyroid hormone and prolactin; autoimmune disorders like lupus that cause the body to attack its own cells; and abnormalities in the uterus itself. Thrombophilia is a condition where your blood can form clots too easily. All of these conditions can disrupt conception or prevent a pregnancy from progressing past the early stages. Studying these relationships leads to more precise diagnostic information and helps improve understanding of successful treatments for those affected.

Treatment for recurrent miscarriage typically includes medication to correct hormonal imbalances or surgery to repair uterine abnormalities.

The heartbreaking reality of recurrent miscarriages can be hard to bear for many couples, but fortunately, there are treatments available to help lower the risk of miscarriage in the future. These treatments typically focus on improving hormonal balance or repairing structural abnormalities within the uterus that could be preventing successful implantation or a healthy pregnancy. Medication is often prescribed to correct any hormonal deficiencies while surgery may be necessary if an anatomical condition is the culprit. Regardless of the type or stage of treatment required though, the ultimate goal remains the same: helping couples achieve and sustain a successful pregnancy.

Most women who experience recurrent miscarriages go on to have a successful pregnancy eventually.

Though it can feel as though hope is lost when miscarrying multiple times, many women who experience this kind of distress still find solace in the fact that they will eventually have a successful birth. Despite being an incredibly difficult process to endure over and over again, it’s important to know that even those with recurrent miscarriages can eventually deliver healthy babies. Through the darkness of miscarriage lies the light of a happy ending, proving that all hope is not yet lost. Women must remain strong and keep fighting throughout their pregnancy journeys, as success may come sooner than one might think.

However, some women may opt for fertility treatments such as in-vitro Fertilisation (IVF) and Preimplantation Genetic Testing of Aneuploidies (PGT-A) if they have difficulty conceiving again naturally.

For women who have difficulty conceiving a child naturally, in-vitro fertilization (IVF) can be an effective fertility treatment. In IVF. The success rate of those who undergo IVF is typically higher than someone trying to conceive naturally. Eggs are retrieved from the woman’s ovaries and combined with sperm in a laboratory dish. At that moment, and for specific situations, your doctor may recommend a chromosomal analysis of the embryos called IVF-PGT-A. This analysis is used for detecting aneuploidies or chromosomal abnormalities across all 24 chromosomes, identifying possible Down or Turner syndromes among others.

Though recurrent miscarriage is unfortunately fairly common, most women who experience it will eventually have a successful pregnancy. If you have had three or more consecutive miscarriages, it’s important to talk to your doctor about possible causes, treatments, and the possibility to have a PGT-A analysis done. There are many potential explanations for recurrent miscarriage, from chromosomal abnormalities to hormonal imbalances, and often specific treatment can improve the chances of a healthy pregnancy. If you’re struggling with recurrent miscarriage, don’t give up hope–with time and perhaps some medical intervention, you may be able to achieve your goal of carrying a baby to term. And if you need assistance conceiving through IVF or other means, please reach out to us at NatuVitro IVF center in Barcelona.

At NatuVitro, we understand the physical and emotional toll that recurrent miscarriages can take on a woman and her family. Our experts have deep knowledge and experience in treating women with this condition. We strive to provide them with the best care possible to give them the best possible chance of achieving a successful pregnancy. Schedule a free consultation today and we are here to help!

Dr Markus Nitzschke

Especialista en tratamientos FIV en tu ciclo natural

Nuestro Director Médico, el alemán Dr. Markus Nitzschke es un especialista en Reproducción Asistida y un renombrado pionero tanto de la FIV en ciclo natural como de la estimulación mínima.

Certificado en Obstetricia y Ginecología / Endocrinología Reproductiva e Infertilidad, recibió su formación especializada en las más prestigiosas clínicas y hospitales universitarios en Francia, España, Suiza, Alemania, Estados Unidos y Japón.

Durante sus prácticas en el Inselspital de Berna (Suiza) colaboró con el profesor Dr. Michael Von Wolff en la mejora de los tratamientos de FIV en ciclo natural.

Tras diversas colaboraciones con los más prestigiosos especialistas en Reproducción Asistida como el Dr. Osamu Kato en Tokio (Japón), y el Dr. John Zhang en Nueva York (EEUU), el Dr. Nitzschke se ha especializado en la aplicación de tratamientos de FIV en ciclo natural y de FIV con baja estimulación a pacientes con baja reserva ovárica. Gracias a estos tratamientos de nueva generación, miles de pacientes que habían perdido la esperanza, han logrado quedarse embarazadas con sus propios óvulos.

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