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Can trauma cause a blighted ovum?

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Dr. Seth Dermananswered

Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility 35 years experience

Very unlikley: Most early miscarriages including a blighted ovum are caused by genetic abnormalities in the pregnancy or hormonal issues. Trauma is unusual cause for a miscarriage, especially this early on.

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