i have just misscarried, i was about 8wks. i had an ultrasound, and they said i dont have to have a curette just yet, as i had 'passed' a lot. they are going to do another ultrasound on tuesday to see how its all going. a friend of mine asked why they are leaving it so long to do a curette. when do they normally do a curette? and do they do them all the time?
I am so sorry I have had 3 miscarriages- 2 around 4-5 weeks and one at 12 weeks. D&C aren't done all the time and there is no specific time limit. My miscarriage at 12 weeks i had a D&C because my baby had passed away 3 weeks before and i only had light spotting, plus i couldn't emotionally handle the waiting- i was also worried about infection. My second miscarriage i didn't have a curette.
I am so sorry you are going through this babe, be kind to yourself xxxxxxxxx
I had a miscarriage at almost 8 weeks. I passed alot of stuff as well but i do suggest pressing hard or a curette to be done because i wasnt offered one and i now have a very bad infection. I'm so sorry for your loss
A curette is not required for all miscarriages. Often you will be monitored for your hormone levels to ensure they are dropping (BHCG) and an U/S to ensure there are no "retained products of conception" (RPOC - medical term) A D&C carries the risks associated with surgery and implements being placed within the uterus. There is a chance of infection with a natural miscarriage as well as a D&C.
The earlier the miscarriage the more likely they are to suggest a natural miscarriage. If there is a delay between the death of the baby and the miscarriage being found then a surgical management is often required.
Talk to your care provider and discuss the different options and the pros / cons for each. Your emotional needs will be considered as well. Look after yourself and use the supports around you.
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I am so sorry
I have had 3 miscarriages- 2 around 4-5 weeks and one at 12 weeks. D&C aren't done all the time and there is no specific time limit. My miscarriage at 12 weeks i had a D&C because my baby had passed away 3 weeks before and i only had light spotting, plus i couldn't emotionally handle the waiting- i was also worried about infection. My second miscarriage i didn't have a curette.
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