A miscarriage is an emotionally and physically challenging experience for expectant parents. However, advances in the medical field provide us with powerful tools for identifying the causes of miscarriages and ensuring that the next pregnancy progresses healthily. Dr Emine Efendi, at her clinic in Cyprus, investigates the causes of miscarriage using scientific methods and provides professional guidance to help couples welcome a healthy baby into their arms.
What is a miscarriage?
A miscarriage is the spontaneous termination of a pregnancy before the 20th week of gestation. Most miscarriages occur during the first 12 weeks of pregnancy (the first trimester). Having one miscarriage does not usually mean that you will be unable to have a healthy baby in the future; however, it is crucial that this process is closely monitored by a specialist doctor.
Causes of Miscarriage in Cyprus
There can be many different biological and environmental causes behind miscarriages. Dr Emine Efendi examines the following factors to determine the cause of the loss:
Genetic Factors: More than 50% of miscarriages are caused by chromosomal abnormalities in the embryo.
Hormonal problems: Progesterone deficiency, thyroid disorders or uncontrolled diabetes.
Uterine factors: Uterine fibroids, polyps, a uterine septum or cervical incompetence.
Coagulation Disorders (Thrombophilia): Excessive blood clotting can disrupt placental blood flow, leading to miscarriage.
Immune System: Cases where the mother’s immune system rejects the embryo.
Infections: Certain severe infections contracted during pregnancy.
Recurrent Miscarriages
The occurrence of two or more consecutive pregnancy losses is called recurrent miscarriage. In this case, routine checks alone are not enough; deep underlying causes must be investigated. In Cyprus, protective measures are taken for the next pregnancy by applying genetic screening (karyotype analysis), uterine X-ray (HSG) and comprehensive blood tests to couples during this process.
What to Do After a Miscarriage
After a pregnancy loss, both physical and psychological recovery processes should be initiated:
Medical Check-up: Ultrasound should be used to check if any tissue remains in the uterus.
Genetic Examination: If possible, the fetal tissue should be sent for genetic examination to investigate the cause of the loss.
Rest: It is usually recommended to wait 1-2 menstrual cycles for the body’s hormonal balance to return.
Psychological Support: Getting professional support to cope with the grief brought by the loss makes the process easier.
Miscarriage Treatment and Follow-up in Cyprus
Dr Emine Efendi draws a special roadmap for her patients after a pregnancy loss:
Surgical Intervention (Dilation & Curettage): If the miscarriage has not occurred completely on its own (missed abortion), the uterus is cleaned under sterile conditions.
Medication Treatment: In patients at risk of recurrent miscarriage, the pregnancy is protected with blood-thinning injections or progesterone support.
IVF with Genetic Diagnosis (PGT): In miscarriages of genetic origin, choosing and transferring the healthiest embryo is the most definitive solution.
Cervical Cerclage: In cases where cervical incompetence is detected, it is the process of suturing the cervix to ensure the continuation of the pregnancy.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) About Miscarriage Causes and Treatment
Most first miscarriages are caused by chromosomal abnormalities as a process of natural selection. This is usually a random occurrence, and there is a high probability that the next pregnancy will be healthy.
Physically, it is possible to get pregnant after one menstrual cycle, but Dr Emine Efendi may recommend waiting 2-3 months for the uterus to fully recover and for necessary tests to be completed.
The most common symptoms are vaginal bleeding, cramps and severe lower back pain. If any of these symptoms are present, a doctor should be consulted without delay.
No, normal levels of exercise or sexual intercourse do not cause miscarriage in a healthy pregnancy. Most miscarriages develop independently of physical activities.
Hope Never Ends.
No matter how difficult the loss you have experienced, it is possible to plan a healthy pregnancy again in the light of science and expertise. Contact us to investigate the causes of your past losses and make a new start with Dr Emine Efendi.