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Fetus stopped developing at 6 weeks. i'm now at 12 weeks. what are the chances it will still pass naturally?

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Slim to none: If it hasn't happened in 6 weeks thus far then it is very unlikely to happen. A D & C to empty the uterus is in the offing if the HCG titers aren't rising and the ultrasound is negative to prevent infection and restart your menstrual cycle.

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Answered 1/5/2019

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