How does miscarriage affect you, how does it affect you physically and mentally?

Sudden unwanted abortion can be a stressful situation not only for a woman but for her entire family. But this is a time of double trouble for a woman, both physically and mentally. Often miscarriage can break women emotionally. She starts considering herself responsible for this. Amidst all this his body becomes weak and surrounded by problems. Let us understand today in Healthshots why sudden miscarriage occurs and how to deal with this situation.

Miscarriage is a serious and unfortunate event that can happen within the first 20 weeks of pregnancy. About 10% to 20% of pregnancies result in miscarriage. But the actual number could possibly be higher. Many miscarriages occur early, when women do not even know they are pregnant.

What can be the causes of miscarriage?

The term miscarriage sounds like something went wrong during pregnancy, but that's usually not true. Sometimes miscarriages occur because the fetus does not develop properly. If we talk about other reasons, there can be many possible reasons for this.

To understand this, the Healthshots team spoke to Dr. Meenakshi Bansal, Senior Consultant, Obstetrics and Gynecologist Department at Shri Balaji Action Medical Institute, Delhi.

“These may include abnormalities in genes, hormonal imbalance, structural problems of the uterus, infection, thyroid, diabetes, and lifestyle factors such as smoking, excessive alcohol or caffeine consumption,” says Dr Meenakshi. Apart from this, high blood pressure or any other chronic disease can also increase the risk of miscarriage.”

Also read: Reproductive Trauma: The pain of not being able to have a child can be difficult, know how to come out of this trauma.

How to understand that you have had a miscarriage (Symptoms of miscarriage)

Describing some of its initial symptoms, Dr. Meenakshi says that usually the initial symptoms of miscarriage include bleeding from the vagina, cramps or pain in the lower abdomen, pain in the waist or back, and reduction in other symptoms of pregnancy, Which requires attention. If you experience such symptoms, it is important to immediately consult a doctor because sometimes timely treatment is needed to avoid miscarriage, which can prevent it.

These problems can occur in the body (Side effects of miscarriage)

Dr. Meenakshi further explains that “After miscarriage, women may have to face many physical challenges. These include extreme fatigue, pain in the stomach and back, bleeding from the vagina, and sometimes even fever or risk of infection in the uterus. Some women may have problems like anemia (lack of blood) or low blood pressure.

It may take a few weeks to a few months for the body to fully recover. “During this time, the woman needs adequate rest, a nutrient-rich diet, and medical follow-up so that no complications arise.”

How to take care of yourself after a miscarriage (How to heal emotionally from a miscarriage)

understand emotions

Miscarriage is a serious health problem. It has a bad effect on physical health as well as mental health. A woman may experience deep sadness, depression, or anger after a miscarriage. But all this is a very normal reaction, because a woman has future hopes and dreams of becoming a mother, which are suddenly broken.

seek expert help

Many times it may take a long time for women to recover from mental stress and depression, and for this they need consultation from a mental health expert and support of the family.

Get help from friends and family

Additionally, some women may feel afraid and worried about future pregnancy. Even in this situation, the woman should consult a mental health expert. Emotional support from family and friends also plays an important role in helping a woman overcome this difficult time.

Pay attention to your health

Being physically and mentally healthy is a process. Recovery from a miscarriage may take a different path and time for each person. Every woman's experience and treatment time may vary, so it is important to take time and take care of yourself.

get necessary tests done

Apart from this, it is very important for the woman's family members and friends to maintain emotional support towards the woman, so that the woman's mental health is not adversely affected and they are able to return to their normal life soon. For any health related problem, maintain regular contact with the doctor and get medical tests done if necessary.

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