Child-bearing is one of the most important measure of womanhood in our society today. It is one of the pointers of feminine potency.
Therefore, without pregnancy, a lot of women have lost their marital establishments, secured familial wrath and distaste and even become suicidal.
WHAT IS A MISCARRIAGE?
Miscarriage, as it is popularly called, is a type of abortion. It is termed spontaneous because it happens on its own.
It is defined as the loss of fetus (pregnancy) before 20 weeks, or within the first trimester.
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS
The signs/symptoms of miscarriage vary from woman to woman. But a few are common to all, these includes;
- Vaginal bleeding. This is the most popular and widely known symptom of miscarriage. It is often portrayed in movies and skits.
- Heavy spotting
- Mild or Severe back pain
- Discharge of fluids from vagina
- Discharge of tissues from vagina 6. Abdominal cramps or pain
WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF MISCARRIAGE?
A lot of cases of miscarriages are beyond human control and were not triggered by man. The major culprits include the following;
- Genetic: Familial inheritance is a prime cause especially when all other causes have been ruled out.
- Poor diet or Malnutrition: pregnancy demand a change and upgrade of diet; it is a hyper unstable state.
- Drug use: there are a number of drugs that can affect pregnancy, especially anticancer drugs and some antibiotics.
- Alcohol consumption
- Advanced age: aging or senescence affects the physiology and anatomy of the body and it is marked by deterioration of normal functioning and structure.
- Cervical insufficiency
- Malignant hypertension: a very high blood pressure can cause rupture of vessels feeding the fetus (umbilical vessels).
- Infections
- Trauma to the pubic region or surrounding area.
- Food poisoning
- Uncontrolled Diabetes: A known diabetic that is not faithful to medications is at risk, just as the lady who hasn’t been diagnosed but is diabetic.
- Obesity.
WHAT CAN BE DONE TO HELP?
To prevent miscarriage, there is need for proper monitoring for tendencies to lose the pregnancy by enrolling into Prenatal and Antenatal care.
The is also need to avoid dangerous lifestyles; smoking, alcohol drinking and substance use.
Healthy, regular and adequate diet should be taken and regular check-ups should be habitual.
If Miscarriage just happened, the woman should be taken to the nearest hospital so that cause, effects and treatments can be evaluated.
The woman also need psychological evaluation and support from specialists, her husband, friends and family member. The unfortunate event can cause emotional stress.
CONCLUSION
Miscarriage is an unfortunate thing, it can happen to anyone at any point in time, especially women within the risk range.
If it does happen, it can create emptiness, pain and hopelessness, especially if it happens more than once.
Staying within the preventive measures and taking prompt and proper precautions can help to escape the calamity.
