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Why do you have to have 2 weeks of pelvic rest after a miscarriage?

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Dr. Gregory Hines answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Six weeks: You want your cervix to close up completely after a miscarriage. Six weeks is typical.

Answered 6/23/2012

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Pelvic rest: You need time for your uterine lining to heal. Early intercourse could can result in an infection. I usually suggest waiting till you get a period after your miscarriage

Answered 9/30/2019

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