A blighted ovum can occur very early in pregnancy, before most women
even know that they are pregnant. You may experience signs of pregnancy
such as a missed or late menstrual period and even a positive pregnancy
test. Many women assume their pregnancies are on track because their hCG
levels are increasing. The placenta can continue to grow and support itself
without a baby for a short time, and pregnancy hormones can continue to rise,
which would lead a woman to believe she is still pregnant. A diagnosis is usually
not made until an ultrasound test shows either an empty womb or an empty
gestational sac. It is possible that you may have minor abdominal cramps, minor
vaginal spotting or bleeding.
What can cause a Blighted Ovum??
A blighted ovum is the cause of about 50% of first trimester miscarriages and is
usually the result of chromosomal problems. A woman’s body recognizes abnormal
chromosomes in a fetus and naturally does not try to continue the pregnancy because
the fetus will not develop into a healthy baby. This can be caused by abnormal cell
division, or poor quality sperm or egg.
What should you do in case of a Blighted Ovum??
It is really up to you! You can either have a D & C or you could Pass it on your own!
It is believed that a woman’s body is capable of passing tissue on its own and there
is no need for an invasive surgical procedure with a risk of complications. A D&C would
however be beneficial if you were planning on having a pathologist examine the tissues
to determine a reason for the miscarriage. Some women feel a D&C procedure helps with
closure, mentally and physically. Others feel like a D&C is an invasive procedure that
can make the loss more traumatic.
Can a Blighted Ovum be Prevented??
Unfortunately, in most cases a blighted ovum cannot be prevented. Some couples will seek
out genetic testing if multiple early pregnancy loss occurs. A blighted ovum is often a one
time occurrence, and rarely will a woman experience more than one. Most doctors recommend
couples wait at least 1-3 regular menstrual cycles before trying to conceive again after
any type of miscarriage.
American Pregnancy-Blighted Ovum
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