Miscarriage or Abortion
Most miscarriages are caused by an incompetent foetus.
Updated On: 11/5/2009  [Total Votes: 5, Hits: 40] Print

Rima was expecting and was advised bed rest as she had a miscarriage earlier. One night she woke up with stomach cramps in the seventh week of pregnancy and began bleeding. It was happening again despite all that rest.

An abortion is caused by:

• Malformation: Many spontaneous early abortions are caused by defective development of the fertilised ovum. This is due to chromosomal abnormalities, for which either parent may be responsible. Probably this is nature's way of reducing the number of abnormal babies born on earth. Luckily, most abortions of this type are not recurrent, so that prognosis in later pregnancies is good.

• Uterine abnormalities: A congenital problem like a septet uterus or a double uterus, or the presence of uterine tumours like fibromyoma cause abortions. A loose cervix caused by an injury during a previous delivery or abortion could lead to a late abortion if the membrane of the sac bulges through the cervix and gets ruptured.

• General diseases of the mother: Any acute illness with high fever, maternal infections like Rubella and Syphillis may lead to miscarriages. Sometimes, these infections may cause intrauterine foetal death during a later stage of pregnancy. A diabetic or a woman with hypertension will also have to be treated to ensure a safe pregnancy and childbirth. Sudden emotional disturbances could also lead to abortion, presumably because of strong uterine contractions.

• Hormonal imbalance: Pregnancy is maintained in the early stages by a hormone called progesterone before the placenta is fully developed to take over. Inadequate production of progesterone may also lead to an abortion. A deficiency or surplus of the thyroid hormone may also terminate the foetus.

• Drugs: Certain anti-cancer drugs, oxytocic drugs and prostaglandin (used to induce uterine pain), quinine and lead poisoning may cause abortion.

• Trauma: Severe uterine trauma may cause partial detachment of the embryo leading to an abortion. If the woman has a previous history of miscarriages, it is unwise to have intercourse regularly.

Skin Peculiarities [Hits: 7]
Pigmentation or skin discolouration is quite common with some pregnant women.
Updated On: 11/21/2009
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Haemorrhoids (Piles) [Vote Average: 3, Total Votes: 2, Hits: 8]
Constipation and the pressure of the growing baby may lead to the formation of haemorrhoids which often bleed and can be very painful.
Updated On: 11/20/2009
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Constipation [Vote Average: 3, Total Votes: 3, Hits: 11]
This could be a common problem during pregnancy. Here are some pointers.
Updated On: 11/20/2009
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Varicose Veins [Vote Average: 3, Total Votes: 7, Hits: 24]
Being on your feet for long can make the veins in your legs look like zig-zag nodules.
Updated On: 11/15/2009
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Avoid Smoking [Vote Average: 3, Total Votes: 5, Hits: 45]
Smoking is very harmful to pregnancy. Excessive smoking not only causes a feeling of nausea, it slows down the baby's growth.
Updated On: 11/11/2009
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Changes in the Internal Organs [Vote Average: 3, Total Votes: 4, Hits: 94]
Pregnancy hormones bring about changes to almost every part of your body, both external and internal.
Updated On: 11/10/2009
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Stay Fit During Pregnancy [Vote Average: 3, Total Votes: 4, Hits: 46]
The remarkable physical changes that pregnancy brings about can make you feel that you're losing control over your body. Not only are you bigger, but your sense of balance shifts. Exercising can make you feel better.
Updated On: 11/10/2009
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Pregnancy No-No's [Vote Average: 2, Total Votes: 4, Hits: 59]
During pregnancy we all know alcohol, cigarettes and drugs of any kind are off-limits. But what if you have a pet cat in the house?
Updated On: 11/10/2009
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Taking Care of your Body [Vote Average: 3, Total Votes: 5, Hits: 41]
Pregnancy hormones bring about changes in almost every part of the body. To keep your body in the best condition, a changed daily routine may be necessary.
Updated On: 11/9/2009
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The Pregnant Traveller [Vote Average: 2, Total Votes: 4, Hits: 44]
Although there no reason why you should avoid a long commute when pregnant, you have to be a little careful while travelling.
Updated On: 11/9/2009
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