What are Possible Signs of Miscarriage?

News of pregnancy and childbirth is most happiest moment of every women. But this happiness is sometimes spoiled due to Miscarriage. Miscarriage also referred to, as spontaneous abortion is the loss of pregnancy before the growth of the fetus. Miscarriages often occur before 20 weeks of gestation sometimes even before when the women realize that she is pregnant. Miscarriage occurs in about 10-15 percent of the pregnant women. Knowing the signs of miscarriage that occur within the first three months of pregnancy may help you whether you are at a risk of miscarriage.

Warning Signs of Miscarriage

Some of the signs of miscarriage are similar to the pregnancy symptoms. Vaginal bleeding or cramping, which is the first sign of miscarriage is also one of the pregnancy symptom. Not all the signs of miscarriage result in miscarriage but you should be careful and watchful. Therefore, if you experience early vaginal bleeding as the first sign, it's advisable to talk to your doctor about it.

If these signs of miscarriage continue and bleeding, which is heavier than normal takes place then it is sure that miscarriage might be taking place. Some of the warning signs of miscarriage include:

• Spotting or light bleeding without any pain
• Heavy vaginal bleeding with severe abdominal pain
• A gush of fluid flowing out from the vagina but without any pain or bleeding

Signs and Symptoms of Miscarriage

The signs and symptoms of miscarriage include:

• Vaginal bleeding or spotting, which may be preceded by brownish discharge
• White-pink discharge
• Passage of blood clots or tissue from the vagina
• Persistent pain in the lower back
• Abdominal pain
• Cramps in pelvic area
• Feeling of weakness
• Vomiting
• Weight loss
• Fever
• Decrease in pregnancy symptoms like nausea, morning sickness, breast tenderness, lack of fetal movement and loss of fetal heartbeat

Some signs and symptoms of miscarriage also depend upon the length of the pregnancy. They include:

• Signs of Early Miscarriage: The signs of a miscarriage that occurs before 6 weeks include heavy vaginal bleeding, which looks like a heavy menstrual period.

• Signs of a Miscarriage later in the First Trimester: The signs of a miscarriage that occurs between 6-12 weeks of pregnancy include moderate pain or cramping followed by bleeding.

• Signs of a Miscarriage after the First Trimester: Signs of a Miscarriage that occurs after 12 weeks of pregnancy include bleeding and pain, which feels almost like the intensity of labor.

Signs of Threatened Miscarriage

The signs of threatened miscarriage include:

• Spotting
• Vaginal bleeding
• Bloodstains
• Occasional back pain or abdominal cramps

Signs After a Miscarriage

Spotting and mild discomfort are the common signs and symptoms experienced by a woman after a miscarriage. The other signs and symptoms that may be experienced after miscarriage due to an infection include:

• Heavy bleeding
• Pain
• Chills
• Fever

As told earlier, not all the signs of miscarriage result in a miscarriage or confirm a miscarriage. They may also be early pregnancy symptoms or symptoms of other complications like pretem labor or ectopic pregnancy. These conditions may be dangerous for both mother and baby. Therefore it is necessary to contact your health care provider if you experience any of the above-mentioned signs of miscarriage.