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first trimester miscarriage causes
A 30-year-old member asked:

Dr. Dennis Higginbotham answered
30 years experience Obstetrics and Gynecology
Unlikely: The uterus is very well protected during the first trimester, so for the pregnancy to be affected would be the result of significant trauma to the mom ... Read More
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Dr. Derek Haas answered
Specializes in Fertility Medicine
Not likely: Unless something goes horribly wrong with your skiing experience, then no. The uterus is a thick muscle that does a very good job of protecting the s ... Read More
A 20-year-old female asked:

Dr. Bac Nguyen answered
23 years experience Family Medicine
Probably not: Anything is possible, but i highly doubt that exlax causes miscarriage. If you have trouble with pregnancy or chronic constipation, consult doc. Good ... Read More

Dr. Nikolaos Zacharias answered
26 years experience Maternal-Fetal Medicine
No - but avoid.: Ex lax is a stimulant laxative that should probably be avoided in pregnancy for fear of causing dehydration - although no such data exist. Senna may b ... Read More
A 40-year-old member asked:

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered
25 years experience Psychiatry
In most situations: The woman can go on to have healthy pregnancies.
A 34-year-old female asked:

Dr. Keith Hansen answered
38 years experience Fertility Medicine
Pregnancy: In the first trimester of preganncy the uterus is still small and well protected within the pelvic cavity (surrounded by the pelvic bones). At this s ... Read More
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A 20-year-old female asked:

Dr. Ted Anderson answered
28 years experience Gynecology
Most common: The first trimester is the most common time for a miscarriage, which is why 1st OB appointments are often after 10-13 weeks. At this time, it could b ... Read More
A 19-year-old female asked:

Dr. Wayne Ingram answered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
#2 cause of repeats: The # 1 cause of firs trimester loss are genetic and chromosomal incompatibilities. The # 1 cause of 2nd trimester pregnancy losses would be incompete ... Read More
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A 22-year-old female asked:

Dr. Laura Anissian answered
21 years experience Internal Medicine
Sesame oil: No, sesame oil is not a cause of miscarriage.
A 22-year-old female asked:

Dr. Ralph Boling answered
39 years experience Obstetrics and Gynecology
Should be fine,: but we always suggest discussing your case/care/concerns with your doctor as they know your specifics.
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A 17-year-old female asked:

Dr. Kathy Robinson answered
32 years experience Family Medicine
No: Ascorbic acid is just vitamin C. If used in recommended doses it is safe during pregnancy.
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