Most miscarriages occur during the first 13 weeks of pregnancy, however, there are women who have experienced a 15 week miscarriage. A 15 week miscarriage is rare but not an uncommon thing to happen. Before we talk about 15 week miscarriage symptoms, it is important to understand what exactly a miscarriage is. A miscarriage or a spontaneous abortion is the ending of a pregnancy before the fetus is fully grown. Most miscarriages occur in the first three weeks of pregnancy. Often, these miscarriages occur before women even realize they are pregnant. A miscarriage is a traumatic experience for any pregnant women to undergo and it is important...
...to be aware of the signs of a miscarriage, so that medical intervention can be sought. A 15 week miscarriage cause could be the fact that the fetus has not been able to develop properly. This non development of the fetus occurs when the placenta has not been able to attach itself properly to the wall of the uterus. Other possible causes of a15 week miscarriage include improper nutrition, hormonal imbalances, the use of drugs, infections, smoking and so on. The presence of fibroids in the uterus is also linked with a 15 week miscarriage. A 15 weeks pregnant miscarriage can also be due to the malformation of the uterus. Keep in mind that another reason for a 15 week miscarriage is exposure to toxic radiation. Uncontrolled diabetes, immune disorders like lupus, kidney disease, viruses, genetic factors, severe malnutrition are the other reasons for a 15 week miscarriage.
What then are the 15 week miscarriage symptoms? Bleeding and cramping are the first signs of a miscarriage. Abdominal pain may also start shortly after the vaginal bleeding begins. This may be mild or sharp, persistent or like cramps. If you experience both bleeding and pain, the chance of a miscarriage at week 15, increases. Other symptoms of a miscarriage are a liquid flowing out of the vagina, without any pain or bleeding, spasms in the pelvic area, severe abdominal pain, with heavy bleeding, a feeling of weakness, blood clots or tissues being passed out from the vagina. Prevention of a possible miscarriage at 15 weeks includes placing a stitch at the cervix. This is done to strengthen the cervix. Do not hesitate to contact your doctor at once if you think you are having a miscarriage. You could develop an infection or even hemorrhage as a result of it, and therefore it is crucial to seek medical assistance immediately.
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