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Why do I keep having anembryonic pregnancies?

I have just experienced the 7th one. I only want one more child... but I really would like to know what the research says about the cause of these things. Is it my hormones? Is it my husband's sperm? Is it a combination of our genetics? Wish I knew why....

Update:

ah, so high level of chromosomal abnormalities...

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  • 1 decade ago
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    Yes. It is a sad experience some women have and are not able to get issues. The reasons for such pregnancies are-

    Despite the fact that it is a fairly common complication, few people have heard of blighted ovum, also known as an anembryonic pregnancy. Simply put, a blighted ovum is when normal conception, implantation, and growth of the placenta happen but no fetus develops. A blighted ovum always ends in a miscarriage within the first trimester and is in fact the cause of 50% to 60% of all first trimester miscarriages. Unfortunately, there is nothing that can be done to prevent it.

    Since the implanted egg is fertilized, it is natural to assume that everything should progress normally with the pregnancy. With a blighted ovum though, the body can detect that something is wrong with the fertilized egg and therefore stops developing it. It is your body's own way of ensuring you have a healthy pregnancy and baby.

    While it is not known exactly what causes a blighted ovum, most experts believe that some sort of chromosomal abnormality with either the egg or the sperm prevents the normal development. However, this abnormality is not indicative of future problems. Although a blighted ovum is common, it usually happens no more than once. Therefore, your health care provider will not refer you for genetic testing. If you experience two or more consecutive miscarriages though, then you may be referred for genetic testing.

    It is also possible to have a blighted ovum with a twin pregnancy. In this case, one of the fertilized eggs does not continue to develop while the other does. The blighted ovum does not affect the second fertilized egg. In a twin pregnancy, blighted ovum may also be referred to as blighted twin.

    If a pregnancy is found to be anembryonic during routine examination, the medical care provider may suggest multiple treatment plans leading to the abortion of the uterine contents. The first option is typically to take a "wait and see" approach where the woman waits for the body to have a spontaneous miscarriage. The second option is a surgical treatment called a dilation and curettage (D&C) where the cervix is opened and the contents of the uterus removed using a suction tube. The third alternative is a medicinal treatment using a drug such as Cytotek (misoprostol) which causes the uterus to begin contracting to expel its contents. A patient may try all three choices, however should be aware of the consequences of each before engagement.

    I suggest you to consult a good health care provider and have the tests and treatments. Best wishes-

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  • 4 years ago

    Anembryonic Pregnancy

  • What is a blighted ovum?

    A blighted ovum (also known as “anembryonic pregnancy”) happens when a fertilized egg attaches itself to the uterine wall, but the embryo does not develop. Cells develop to form the pregnancy sac, but not the embryo itself. A blighted ovum usually occurs within the first trimester before a woman knows she is pregnant. A high level of chromosome abnormalities usually causes a woman’s body to naturally miscarry.

    How do I know if I am having or have had a blighted ovum?

    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. It is possible that you may have minor abdominal cramps, minor vaginal spotting or bleeding. As with a normal period, your body may flush the uterine lining, but your period may be a little heavier than usual.

    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 birth sac.

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    What causes 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 normal, healthy baby. This can be caused by abnormal cell division, or poor quality sperm or egg.

    Should I have a D&C or wait for a natural miscarriage?

    This is a decision only you can make for yourself. Most doctors do not recommend a D&C for an early pregnancy loss. 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.

    How 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.

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    5 years ago

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    Keep the appointment, but insist on a scan before the ERPC just to make 100% sure- if nothign is still present at that scan then sadly it is correct. This happened to my friend- she didn't find out until a scan at 12 weeks and had to have an ERPC. However her next pregnancy was successful and she had a healthy baby girl in October. Hugs xx

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  • Anonymous
    6 years ago

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    infertility can run in the family and one of the first things the doctor asks you when you go to a fertility clinic is your family history regarding cases of infertility or other reproductive issues.

    If infertility is caused by genetic disorder then it's not unusual that one of the kids (your mom) doesn't have it and another does (your aunt).

    two months of trying is still to early to be concerned about the fact that you might be infertile and it's also quite early to go to a fertility specialist. Go to a regular Obgyb to get a closer insight and see what ways there are are to improve your fertility rate.

    Also remove alcohol, caffeine and cigarettes from your life because they might influence your chances too. Stress is also a risk factor when it comes to infertility.

  • 6 years ago

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    Why do I keep having anembryonic pregnancies?

    I have just experienced the 7th one. I only want one more child... but I really would like to know what the research says about the cause of these things. Is it my hormones? Is it my husband's sperm? Is it a combination of our genetics? Wish I knew why....

    Source(s): anembryonic pregnancies: https://trimurl.im/d19/why-do-i-keep-having-anembr...
  • Anonymous
    5 years ago

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    Women can easily keep a tab on their ovulation by maintaining a temperature chart. Usually around the time of ovulation there is a spike in the temperature of women.

    Stress and strain has significant role to play in respect of reproductive cycle including ovulation and menstruation. So if you are planning to get pregnant see to it that your partner as well as you are calm and collected.

    Diet, weight, physical fitness and lifestyle have direct bearing on pregnancy. This holds true for both men and women. Both underweight and overweight may be exposed to the risk of infertility on account of difficulties in ovulation. So optimum importance should be given to body weight. One should opt for balanced diet, regular work out and exercises.

  • 4 years ago

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