Call your doctor or go to the emergency room if a pregnant woman has
Heavy bleeding
Severe pain
Call a doctor if a pregnant woman has
Abdominal pain
Back pain
Bleeding that progresses from light to heavy
Cramps
Fever
Persistent vomiting
Weakness
The doctor will tell you whether to come to the office or seek emergency help.
Follow Up
The doctor will do a pelvic exam and ultrasound to confirm miscarriage. The next steps depend on the individual case:
If miscarriage is complete and uterus is clear or if it is very early in the pregnancy, there is usually no further treatment.
If some fetal or placental tissue remains in the uterus, the doctor may recommend treatment with drugs or surgery.
If it is later in the pregnancy and the fetus has died in the womb, the doctor will induce labor and delivery.
If the pregnancy is healthy despite bleeding, the doctor will monitor the woman closely.
Mild discomfort and spotting are common after miscarriage.
Call the doctor immediately for signs of infection after a miscarriage that may include heavy bleeding, fever, chills, or pain.
