What Causes Recurrent Miscarriage?
There are many possible causes of recurrent miscarriage, including:
- Chromosomal abnormalities
- Uterine abnormalities
- Hormonal imbalances
- Immune system disorders
- Lifestyle factors (such as stress, poor nutrition, smoking, and alcohol use)
- Thrombophilia (a blood clotting disorder)
- Infections
- Anatomic problems with the cervix
- Diagnosing the Underlying Causes of Recurrent Miscarriage
To determine the underlying cause of recurrent miscarriage, our team of fertility specialists will conduct a thorough evaluation that may include:
- A medical history review
- Physical examination
- Ultrasound
- Blood tests (to check for chromosomal abnormalities, hormonal imbalances, and other conditions)
- Hysterosalpingogram (an X-ray test to evaluate the shape of the uterus and the flow of fluid through the fallopian tubes)
- Hysteroscopy (a procedure to examine the inside of the uterus using a thin, lighted tube)