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What are my odds of miscarrying? at ultrasound 8w2d, baby measured only 6 w. the heartbeat was 131. there was debris in the sac with the baby

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Dr. Bruce J. Stringer answered

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Be Optimistic!: Most likely reason is incorrect dates. So just accept that you were really 6 wks and get on with your life. Was there any bleeding prior to the ultrasound? If not then i would not characterize your pregnancy as threatened.

Answered 1/15/2014

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A member asked:

What are my odds of miscarrying? at ultrasound 8w2d, baby measured only 6 w. the heartbeat was 131. there was debris in the sac with the baby

A doctor has provided 1 answer

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