Possible early miscarriage?

Question

Is it possible to have one and think its a regular period?

Answer 1

Some signs of a miscarriage are identical to normal pregnancy symptoms. Experiencing spotting and light bleeding in early pregnancy is relatively common and in most cases women go on to have successful pregnancies. Even experiencing heavier bleeding does not necessarily result in miscarriage. However, if you are experiencing any worrisome signs, it is best to seek medical advice from an obstetric health care provider.

The following are potential miscarriage symptoms:


vaginal spotting or bleeding
bleeding that progresses from light to heavy
pain, cramps, or discomfort in the abdomen or lower back
clot-like fluid or tissue passing through the vagina
fever, weakness or vomiting

Seeking Medical Attention
Experiencing some of the symptoms of miscarriage does not necessarily confirm a miscarriage. Other complications such as an ectopic pregnancy or preterm labour may be the cause of symptoms and could be dangerous for both mother and baby.

A health care provider will look for signs of a miscarriage during a pelvic exam. Such signs include the thinning of the cervix, increased cervical dilation, and signs of ruptured membranes. If threatening signs are found, your doctor may advise you to avoid certain types of exercise and sexual intercourse. In more serious cases, complete bed rest is prescribed in order to prevent miscarriage.


Symptoms After a Miscarriage
Spotting and mild discomfort are symptoms commonly experienced after a miscarriage. Heavy bleeding, chills, fever, or pain can be signs of an infection and should be treated by a health professional. Any further vaginal bleeding should also be carefully monitored.


If a miscarriage has taken place, it is crucial to visit a medical professional to ensure that any remaining tissue that did not naturally exit the body (as is the case of a missed miscarriage) is removed by medication or surgery.

A woman usually resumes her regular menstrual cycle within weeks after treatment. Having a miscarriage does not necessarily indicate a fertility problem, and it is estimated that 87% of women who have had a miscarriage go on to have successful pregnancies. It is advised, however, that women wait one full menstrual cycle before attempting another pregnancy after miscarriage.

Answer 2

Yes it is possible for a miscarriage to seem like a normal period, though you probably would have had some signs of being pregnant before. A lot of the times if you didn't know you were having a baby in the first place it would be very possible to mistake the discomforts that go with a miscarriage as having really bad cramps and getting more sick then you normally would, though for a lot of people their period makes them really sick anyway. Also there is a reason a persons body rejects a pregnancy, it can happen for lots of reasons but if you think that was what happened it might be a good idea to see a doctor.
Hope that helps you,
Belle

Answer 3

Not all miscarriages are painful, so it is possible to just overlook it as a period, especially if u never had one before. Most miscarriages happen within the first few weeks of pregnancy. If u notice a lot of blood clots or tissue I would probably get checked out. Not all miscarriages lead up to having a D&C but sometimes u'll need one to make sure nothings left and it causes an infection.

Answer 4

I've had 3+ miscarriages:
1) I was a few days late for my period, and when it came, it was accompanied by heavier-than-normal bleeding (nothing spectacular, but it was noticeable) and more tissue/clots than normal.
2) At seven weeks, I miscarried and there wasn't much pain. Just mild cramping and lots of bleeding / tissue-passing.
3) At twelve weeks, I miscarried and it was the worst experience of my life. I had so much pain and cramping that I was on the floor in a fetal position. My husband didn't know what to do. I won't go into the gory details, but there was no way to mistake it for anything BUT a miscarriage.

So, yes, it's very possible - it doesn't necessarily have to hurt to be a miscarriage, especially if it's early on. Believe me, I've covered the board. :(

Answer 5

Yes it is possible. It happened to me. I did not know I was pregnant until I went for my check up following an unscheduled period and the doctor told me I had just had a miscarriage. It was like a regular period but with a little more pain and a little more bleeding.

Answer 6

Yes. Because miscarriage is released with bleeding, one can think that it is their period. A lot of women don't even realise that they have had a miscarriage because they mistake it for periods.

If you notice that there is or are blood clots and or tissues with the bleeding and you have cramps, then most likely it is a miscarriage. If it's not, then it is an indication of something else that is going on with you physically.

See a doctor.

Answer 7

Early miscarriage is very common. As many as 30% of women will experience one, usually before they even miss a period, or realize they are pregnant. A lot of times, it's just mother natures way of saying, "Hey, this wouldn't have been a healthy pregnancy anyway." Look for blood clots and abdominal discomfort. That should probably let you know.

Answer 8

yes it certinaly is just like a period only difference is you will pass agood size clot when i had my miscarrige i did not experience any more discomfort than i did with a period even when the clot passed and i only bled for 1 week and after that i found out 5 weeks later that i was pregnant again so i conceived 3 days after i was done bleeding from the miscarriage hope this is helpful

Answer 9

I found out very early and didnt have any symptoms at first besides cramping which I kept thinking it was my period coming I was in denial about being late once I got to around 7 weeks I started having the morning sickness no vomitting just nausea and constantly tired Im still constantly tired my morning sickness is starting to go away I get headaches but not to often I dont have to many symptoms Im 11 wks and 1 day today.

Answer 10

Miscarriages usually hurt very badly, they are very painful.