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At an ultrasound ob said there was some blood inside the embryonic sac but baby was still growing it should be ok. 10weeks what could happen? causes?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Subchorionic hematom: It sounds like your doctor is describing a subchorionic hematoma -- think of it like a bruise located behind the placenta. It does increase the risk of miscarriage but the vast majority of cases do fine. The clot/bruise resolves over time.

Answered 5/31/2014

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