Question 1

what are the main causes of second trimester pregnancy loss other than fetal abnormalities? i lost my baby at 22 wks, i hav fibroids.

Accepted Answer

Look up: Incompotent cervix, an issue where a weakended or shortended cerivx causes painless cerival dilation and second tirmester losses due to early delivery.  The other may be a cord accident or autoimmune(but it is late for that problem). It can be difficult to say, sometimes there is an autopsy.

Question 2

can fibroids outside the uterus cause miscarriage in the first few weeks of pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Inside, yes: Fibroids inside the uterus can cause miscarriages but outside not so much. The fibroids would have to be very large and/or intrude upon the intrauterine cavity itself to do so. Then, it will interfere with continued fertilized ovum implantation and growth.

Question 3

can fibroids cause you to have vaginal  bleeding during the entire 9 months of pregnancy & not cause a miscarriage?

Accepted Answer

Not usually: Fibroids are more likely to cause pain than bleeding in pregnancy.  Other causes of bleeding such as a placenta too close to your cervix, bleeding from your placenta, a shortening cervix or cervical infection would be more common and need to be eliminated as the cause of bleeding.

Question 4

i had a miscarriage 2 days ago. i was asked to do a pelvic scan. it was discovered that i have an anterior intramural uterine fibroid of 20mm  18mm . could that be the cause of the miscarriage? and can it pose a threat in future pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Yes and maybe: Intramural fibroids usually impact pregnancies in the third trimester when the uterine expansion is competing with the developing fetus. Sub-mucous fibroids (under the lining of the womb) can cause 1st trimester miscarriages. Future pregnancies with your intra-mural fibroid are a 50/50 proposition if it greatly enlarges. Myomectomy is an option in that case.(Fibroid removal saving the uterus)

Question 5

are fibroids from pregnancies and maybe fetal tissue?  are the growths the result of a miscarriage and are embryonic? is it from aggressive sex?

Accepted Answer

Fibroids: Fibroids are benign smooth muscle growths from uterine wall muscle tissue. They are not related to pregnancy, fetal tissue or embryonic tissue. They are also not related to the type os sexual intercourse one participates in.

Question 6

what could be the cause of recurrent pregnancy loss before 24 weeks of gestation

Accepted Answer

Early PG loss: Early pregnancy losses can be due to genetic incompatibilities, infections, premature labor, and inability to "hold" the pregnancy such as a cervix opening way too soon. A GYN MD should perform testing for these maladies if you have lost 3 or more pregnancies in a repetitive manner.

Question 7

i am 26 weeks pregnant and have low-lying placenta, what causes this? is a risk for pregnancy loss or life? thanks

Accepted Answer

See OB/GYN: Sometimes the fertilised egg attaches itself inside the lower part of your uterus. This means that the placenta will develop in a low-lying position. 
This can continue to stay there and put you at risk for bleeding called placenta praevia. However sometimes the placenta corrects itself. Your doctor will likely check ultrasounds to ensure you will do well during pregnancy. Good luck.

Question 8

does pcos cause more pregnancy loss than normal condition? what are my chances to keep this baby if i never had pregnancy loss before?

Accepted Answer

Increased risk: Hi!
there is an increased risk of pregnancy loss associated with pcos, but it is small.  Your chances of carrying a pregnancy once you conceive are quite good 90+%
good luck!
dr brown.

Question 9

can folate (folic acid) deficiency cause pregnancy loss?

Accepted Answer

Yes please OBGyn: The first three months are crucial mother is weaving the baby and brain formation with spinal cord so Folic Acid is very critical so not only can lead to all kind to neural tube defects and endangerment of major brain disorders spina bifida but also life threatening 
please have regular antenatal clinic if she does not like tabs they have high folate (folic acid) diets with supplements.

Question 10

are there symptoms that predict pregnancy loss?

Accepted Answer

Pain. bleeding: Pelvic pain, bleeding. Cramps, passing of clots and tissue from vagina.

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Can fibroids cause you to have vaginal bleeding during the entire 9 months of pregnancy & not cause a miscarriage?

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I had a miscarriage 2 days ago. i was asked to do a pelvic scan. it was discovered that i have an anterior intramural uterine fibroid of 20mm 18mm . could that be the cause of the miscarriage? and can it pose a threat in future pregnancy?

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Are fibroids from pregnancies and maybe fetal tissue? are the growths the result of a miscarriage and are embryonic? is it from aggressive sex?

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What could be the cause of recurrent pregnancy loss before 24 weeks of gestation

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I am 26 weeks pregnant and have low-lying placenta, what causes this? is a risk for pregnancy loss or life? thanks

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Does pcos cause more pregnancy loss than normal condition? what are my chances to keep this baby if i never had pregnancy loss before?

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