After a miscarriage – how do things continue?
A miscarriage is one of the most painful experiences on the path to a longed-for child. We want to tell you: you are not alone, and there are ways forward.
How common are miscarriages?
About 15–20% of all known pregnancies end in a miscarriage – most in the first 12 weeks. The true number is probably higher, as many very early miscarriages are perceived as a delayed period.
What are possible causes?
In most cases, chromosomal abnormalities in the embryo are the cause – a natural selection process. Other causes can include:
- Thyroid disorders
- Coagulation disorders
- Uterine malformations
- Immunological factors
When does a work-up make sense?
After a single miscarriage, further diagnostics are usually not necessary. From two or three miscarriages (recurrent miscarriage) onwards, we recommend a comprehensive work-up.
What we examine
- Hormone status
- Coagulation diagnostics
- Thyroid values
- Hysteroscopy
- Genetic testing of both partners if needed
The most important thing
A miscarriage does not mean that you cannot have a child. The vast majority of women become successfully pregnant after a miscarriage.