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I am o negative and i miscarried 3 months ago, i received my rhogam shot at that time. im currently 5 1/2 weeks pregnant. when do i need another?

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Dr. Allison Greco answered

If you bleed: You will need another shot 1) if you have significant bleeding or have trauma such as a car accident, 2) at 28 weeks as part of normal pregnancy care, and 3) after delivery if the baby is rh +.

Dr Ferguson agreed

Answered 9/18/2012

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A member asked:

I am o negative and i miscarried 3 months ago, i received my rhogam shot at that time. im currently 5 1/2 weeks pregnant. when do i need another?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Allison Greco answered

Dr Ferguson agreed

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