A member asked:

Please provide some do's and don'ts on dealing with a spontaneous abortion.

14 doctors weighed in across 12 answers
Dr. Michael Hulse answered

Specializes in Gynecology

Ignore: Remember that their is very little that you can do to cause or prevent pregnancy loss.

Answered 5/29/2015

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Dr. Brian Nguyen answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Ignore: Don't lose hope. 20% of pregnancies end in miscarriage.

Answered 3/26/2014

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Dr. Justin Diedrich answered

Specializes in Gynecology

Ignore: It's easy for the doctor to say "reduce stress" but what can you do to really relax?

Answered 9/29/2016

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Dr. Barbara Lavi answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Talk: Talk to your husband about how U are feeling. Work with a therapist if you cannot do it on your own.

Answered 6/16/2014

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Dr. Barbara Lavi answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

A: A spontaneous abortion is a loss. Talk with loved ones &/or a therapist to cope with the feelings.

Answered 6/4/2014

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Ignore: Do give yourself time to grieve. Do decide whether you need birth control or want another pregnancy.

Answered 5/5/2015

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Ignore: Never disregard the value of therapy after such a painful loss. Speaking is healing...

Answered 7/2/2014

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Dr. Sue Ferranti answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Expect: Expect to go through a grieving period after a miscarriage! See your doctor for treatment!

Answered 7/21/2014

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Ignore: Early do not often require intervention.

Answered 7/7/2014

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Dr. Dale Kristle answered

Specializes in Gynecology

Ignore: Miscarriage is a loss and if depressed seek counseling.

Answered 7/20/2014

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Ignore: Know that one miscarriage does not decrease your chances of having a normal pregnancy.

Answered 12/30/2019

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Dr. Celia Dominguez answered

Specializes in Fertility Medicine

Ignore: Stay positive since Sabs are commun most next pregnancies are normal.

Answered 5/31/2015

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