Chances of Miscarriage

During pregnancy it is very normal that you may have a fear of losing that little baby growing inside you. This fear mostly is the reason you keep checking for bleeding or spotting every time you go to the bathroom. This is a very normal and common reaction, especially for women who have had previous miscarriages. However, you shouldn't worry, because every spot of blood or abdominal cramp is not a sign of miscarriage. Even women with healthy pregnancies experience light bleeding which is called implantation bleeding during early pregnancy period. This is caused as baby implanting into the blood-vessel-rich lining of the uterus, so spotting is possibly observed in some women. Let us know more about chances of miscarriage and precaution to avoid miscarriage.

What are the Chances of Having Miscarriage?
Every women asks the question what are the chances of having miscarriage? The chances of miscarriage depend on the age of the mother to some extent. Women within the standard childbearing age of 18 to 35 years have a 10 to 25 percent risk of having a miscarriage. Women between the age of 35 to 45 have 20 to 35 percent chances of miscarriage. The chances of miscarriage might go up to 50 percent when a woman reaches age 46 and above. But, there are definitely many other factors that can increase a woman's chances of miscarriage and reducing the likeliness of having full term pregnancy.

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• Early Miscarriage Symptoms
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Causes of Miscarriage
Chromosomal abnormality is the most common cause of miscarriage during the first trimester. Chromosomal abnormality means there is something within the baby’s chromosomes, which isn't the way it is supposed to be and it has made the further development of the baby impossible. Miscarriages that occur in the third trimester are mostly due to an illness of the mother, rather than any genetic abnormalities in the baby. Women with poorly controlled diabetes have greater chances of miscarriage. Those women whose diabetes is under controlled need not worry.

Some other diseases and conditions like high blood pressure, systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and certain infections like rubella (German measles), herpes simplex, and chlamydia might increase the chances of miscarriage. If there is some problem in the uterus or cervix then the chances of miscarriage increases. Fibroid or noncancerous growths made of uterine muscle tissue can be one of the cause of miscarriage. A weak cervix that widens too early during pregnancy without any warning signs of labor, releasing the fetus from the uterus can also increase the chances of miscarriage. More on reasons for miscarriage. Other things which may lead to miscarriage include the following:

• Fever over 100F
• Multiple pregnancy
• Stress and trauma during pregnancy
• Drugs, smoking, excessive caffeine
• Improper diet
• Exposure to toxic chemicals or radiations
• Hormonal Imbalance
• Improper implantation of the egg
• Problem in the uterus or cervix

Ways to Decrease Chances of Miscarriage
First you must understand that there are no sure-fire ways on how to avoid a miscarriage. However, there are definitely a few things that you can do in order to decrease the chances of miscarriage. The most important thing is keeping yourself healthy. If your body is healthy, it will provide the best condition for your baby to grow and develop. Proper development and healthy growth of baby is very much related to your intake of food. Go for a healthy diet during pregnancy. To stay healthy or improve your health, a regular exercise regimen is very essential. You can ask your doctor about the pregnancy exercises suitable for you. These two factors will help you keep your weight within limit. You can do some relaxing exercises like meditation or yoga to manage your stress.

Keep yourself away from drugs, alcohol, smoking, and any foods that are not good for your health. Eliminating intake of caffeine is one of the best things to do. Do not indulge in any activity that can cause stress to your body. Do not engage in sports or any such activities. Stay away from people who are smoking cigarettes. Never take over the counter medications or even any prescription medicines without asking your doctor.

Remember that each woman has her own set of risks or chances of miscarriage. Maintaining your overall health and avoiding any risky situations will reduce the chances of miscarriage. Once your pregnancy is confirmed, you have to follow each and every instruction of your doctor in order to have a safe pregnancy and childbirth. The routine blood tests, urine tests and sonography as recommended by your doctor will help identify any problem in pregnancy. So stay healthy and have a healthy baby!