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We had intercourse on 30/6 and 3/7 and conceived. had ultrasound and it only showed a 6wk sac no baby or heartbeat. is something wrong?

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Dr. Douglas Beall answered

Blighted ovum: Most likely this is what is called a blighted ovum. This needs to be followed to confirm resolution or that it is indeed a viable pregnancy.

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/10/2013

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A member asked:

We had intercourse on 30/6 and 3/7 and conceived. had ultrasound and it only showed a 6wk sac no baby or heartbeat. is something wrong?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Douglas Beall answered

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

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