Miscarriage (Spontaneous Abortion)
What is Miscarriage (Spontaneous Abortion)
A miscarriage means the natural loss of pregnancy before 20 weeks of gestation.
It is unfortunately common — happening in about 10–20% of known pregnancies.
Causes / Risk Factors
- Chromosomal abnormalities in the fetus (most common).
- Maternal health conditions: uncontrolled diabetes, thyroid problems, infections.
- Hormonal imbalance (low progesterone).
- Uterine structural problems (fibroids, septum).
- Lifestyle factors: smoking, alcohol, drug abuse.
- Previous history of recurrent miscarriages.
Symptoms
- Vaginal bleeding (may be light or heavy).
- Cramping or abdominal pain.
- Passing of tissue or clots.
- Sudden stop of pregnancy symptoms (like nausea, breast tenderness).
Types
- Threatened Abortion – bleeding but cervix is closed, pregnancy may still continue.
- Inevitable Abortion – cervix opens, miscarriage is certain.
- Incomplete Abortion – some pregnancy tissue remains inside.
- Complete Abortion – all tissue expelled.
- Missed Abortion – fetus has stopped developing but not expelled.
- Recurrent Miscarriage – 3 or more consecutive pregnancy losses.
Complications
- Severe blood loss.
- Infection (if tissue remains).
- Emotional stress and grief.
- Fertility issues (rare, usually future pregnancies are possible).
Threatened Abortion
- Threatened abortion means the pregnancy is still viable but shows warning signs (bleeding or pain).
- Cervix remains closed and fetal heartbeat may be normal.
- With proper care, pregnancy can often continue safely.
Causes
Same as miscarriage risk factors, plus:
- Excessive physical strain.
- Trauma or accident.
- Severe infections or fever.
Symptoms
- Spotting or vaginal bleeding.
- Mild abdominal or back pain.
- Pregnancy symptoms still present (nausea, breast changes).
Homeopathic Perspective
Important:
Homeopathy is very useful in preventing threatened or recurrent miscarriages, but in acute heavy bleeding or shock, immediate hospital care is mandatory.
Homeopathic treatment strengthens the uterus, hormones, and overall vitality, helping women carry pregnancy to term in many cases.\
Common Homeopathic Medicines
- Sabina: Bright red bleeding, worse from slightest motion, pain extends to thighs.
- Secale cornutum: Watery, continuous bleeding in weak, exhausted women.
- Ipecac: Profuse bleeding with constant nausea and vomiting.
- Trillium pendulum: Profuse gushing bright bleeding, relieved by pressure or tight binding of abdomen.
- Crocus sativus: Dark stringy clots, feeling of something alive moving in abdomen.
- Caulophyllum: For habitual tendency to miscarriage, especially in early months.
- Sepia: For women with hormonal imbalance and history of repeated abortions.
- Arnica: When miscarriage follows trauma, fall, or strain.
Precautions & Self-Care
- Avoid heavy physical exertion and stress.
- Adequate rest, especially bed rest if advised.
- Balanced nutrition with folic acid and iron.
- Avoid smoking, alcohol, and unnecessary medications.
- Regular antenatal check-ups and ultrasound monitoring.
Prognosis
- Threatened abortion – with proper rest and the right remedy, pregnancy often continues safely.
- Recurrent miscarriage – constitutional homeopathy greatly improves outcomes by addressing deep causes (hormonal, emotional, or structural).
- Complete miscarriage – remedies aid in faster recovery and prevent future risk.
Summary
- Miscarriage is loss of pregnancy before 20 weeks; most often due to natural chromosomal issues.
- Threatened abortion means early warning signs but pregnancy can continue with care.
Homeopathy offers great support in preventing miscarriages, stopping bleeding, balancing hormones, and giving strength to carry future pregnancies to term.
