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I was told i have a heart shaped uterus instead of pear. will that cause any problems if i want to have a baby ?
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Recommend : A discussion with your gynecologist...It can significantly complicate pregnancy in some cases depending on severity.
Answered 7/8/2013
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Depends: If you have a true "heart shape uterus" also called "arcuate" then there is no increase risk. If you have a small septum in the uterus it can increase the risk of miscarriage.
Answered 5/19/2016
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