Had Surgical Abortion Earlier, Have Two Recent Miscarriages. Did The Previous Abortion Cause Miscarriages?
Had a surgical abortion d&c 12 months ago which I regret, (coerced by boyfriend). Have had two recent miscarriages last 6 months. One missed miscarriage the other one blighted ovum. Did the previous abortion cause my miscarriages ? Am I at risk of uterine scarring from abortion?
Hello Thanks for writing to us with your health concern. A previous voluntary termination does not affect future pregnancies generally. A missed miscarriage and a blighted ovum are due to chromosomal anomalies. They are not generally due to the aftermaths of a previous abortion. Risks of repeated miscarriages include - pelvic infection, uterine scarring and adhesions, tubal blockage, cervical canal incompetence. Yes, you may face difficulties in next conception. Wait for atleast 3 - 6 months before planning your next pregnancy. Take regular folic acid supplements meanwhile. If you fail to conceive / menstruate regularly consult a gynecologist for detailed evaluation. Take care.
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Had Surgical Abortion Earlier, Have Two Recent Miscarriages. Did The Previous Abortion Cause Miscarriages?
Hello Thanks for writing to us with your health concern. A previous voluntary termination does not affect future pregnancies generally. A missed miscarriage and a blighted ovum are due to chromosomal anomalies. They are not generally due to the aftermaths of a previous abortion. Risks of repeated miscarriages include - pelvic infection, uterine scarring and adhesions, tubal blockage, cervical canal incompetence. Yes, you may face difficulties in next conception. Wait for atleast 3 - 6 months before planning your next pregnancy. Take regular folic acid supplements meanwhile. If you fail to conceive / menstruate regularly consult a gynecologist for detailed evaluation. Take care.