Miscarriage Site
	Christine Beauchaine BellaOnline's Miscarriage Editor

A Q&A with the co-authors of 'Is Your Body Baby Friendly?'
In this article, you can read some thoughts from Julia Kantecki and Jane Reed, who co-wrote a book with the late reproductive immunology pioneer Dr. Alan Beer. Learn about controversies and misconceptions about immunological treatments for pregnancy loss.

Bacterial Vaginosis and Miscarriage
Bacterial Vaginosis is a very common infection in women. There´s now some evidence that it may also contribute to second trimester miscarriages. Here´s what you nee dto know about Bacterial Vaginosis.

Bisphenol-A linked to recurrent miscarriages [offsite link]
Plastics are looking increasingly bad for health, as yet another study has linked the controversial chemical to health risks -- this time miscarriages. (June 13, 2005)

Blighted Ovum
A blighted ovum is the cause of many first trimester miscarriages. This article explains what a blighted ovum is and how it happens.

Can Baby's Gender Predict Future Miscarriage
A study theorizes thaat if you suffer from secondary, recurrent miscarriages, the sex of your first child (or children) may play a role in those losses.

Chromosomal Abnormalities and Miscarriage
Chromosomal abnormalities are one of the most common causes of miscarriage, especially in the first trimester. Here are some things you should know.

Chromosome 16 Disorders [offsite link]
Trisomy 16 is a common genetic malformation that can lead to miscarriage. This article from about.com explains it in detail.

Common Prenatal Tests & Miscarriage
Some common prenatal tests carry a risk of miscarriage. Deciding whether or not to undergo them can be difficult, especially if you´ve already had a miscarriage.

Defects in sperm may be responsible for recurrent pregnancy losses
Sometimes in investigating the potential causes of recurrent miscarriages, an obvious potential issue is overlooked -- the issue may lie in the sperm.

Does exercise Increase the Risk of Miscarriage?
Can vigorous exercise increase the risk of miscarriage? One study says maybe but it´s findings are controversial.

Does progesterone prevent miscarriages?
Should you be on progesterone supplements the next time you are pregnancy after a miscarriage? Here's a quick look at the arguments for and against progesterone for pregnancy loss prevention.

Drinking by Men or Women Affects Miscarriage Risk [offsite link]
It´s not just the mother who should avoid drinking when a couple is trying to conceive a baby. New research suggests that drinking by the prospective father may also impact the odds of miscarriage.

Ectopic Pregnancy
An ectopic pregnancy is very similar to a miscarriage becasue it usually results in early pregnancy loss. Learn more about this potentially life-threatening condition.

Fifth Disease & Miscarriage
Fifth Disease is a common childhood illness which can also affect adults and sometimes cause miscarriage. Here´s what you need to know.

How Stress Causes Miscarriages [offsite link]
This is a fascinating article that postulates how stress may be responsible for some miscarriages. As a caution, don´t worry too much about this...in all likelihood this is the explanation for a very small percentage of miscarriages.

Hypothyroidism During Pregnancy Linked To Miscarriage Risk [offsite link]
A British medical study suggests that pregnant women with an insufficient thyroid may be four times as likely to suffer a miscarriage.

Immunotherapy probably not the best bet for miscarriage treatment
Immunotherapy is often promoted as a treatment for recurrent miscarriages, but does it really have good evidence to support it? A new analysis of the research says no.

Incompetent Cervix and Miscarriage
Incompetent cervix may be responsible for up to one fourth of all second trimester miscarriages. Fortunately, it´s also usually treatable.

Information About Miscarriage & Progesterone [offsite link]
This site offers a summary of the links between progesterone and miscarriage, though it doesn´t address the controversy surrounding the issue.

Interesting findings on miscarriage causes in BJOG population study
A study in BJOG looked at some suspected miscarriage causes and examined their incidence in over 600 women who had recent losses as compared to over 6000 women who had recently given birth -- and a few of the results were surprising.

Low Progesterone & Miscarriage
Low progesterone can be a cause of early miscarriage. Is it an issue that can be resolved with supplementation?

Miscarriage and Celiac Disease
More and more people are being diagnosed with Celiac Disease. Does it contribute to miscarriqage?

Miscarriage and Listeria
Miscarriage can be caused by the bacteria Listeria Monocytogenes which can be found in many common foods. Here´s what you need to know about this potentially dangerous infection.

Miscarriage and Lupus
The disease Lupus is not well understood but having it can increase your risk of miscarriage.

Miscarriage and NSAIDs
Taking some common over-the-counter pain killers while pregnant may increase your risk of miscarriage.

Miscarriage and the HPV Vaccine
The human papillomavirus is responsible for some kinds of cancer. A vaccine was is now available to prevent some forms of HPV but does it casue miscarriage?

Miscarriage Causes [offsite link]
From my own site RecurrentMiscarriages.com, here is a directory of sites and articles about a variety of health issues that have been linked to miscarriages.

Miscarriage Causes [offsite link]
This is a great summary of all the known factors that contribute to miscarriage, including genetic, hormonal, immune, and physical issues.

Miscarriage Update [offsite link]
This is the best article I´ve ever read about the causes of miscarriage. It offers some descriptions of how each cause may present itself and what can be done about each, and contains comments from renowned pathologist Carolyn Salafia.

Of pregnancy loss and body weight – Some thoughts
Several headlines have suggested that both obesity and being underweight are linked to higher risk of miscarriage, but I think there´s more to the story than that.

PCOS and Miscarriage
PCOS stands for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. It's one of the most common causes of infertility and miscarriage.

Poor Sperm Quality and Miscarriage
Poor sperm quality can be a cause of miscarriage. Recent research even suggests there may be a male biological clock.

Study to examine aspirin treatment for miscarriages
You may have heard of using low-dose aspirin as a treatment for recurrent pregnancy losses. University of Buffalo is planning a study to examine the benefits of low-dose aspirin for women who have had one loss.

Thrombophilia & Miscarriage
Thrombophilia refers to a blood clotting disorder which can cause serious problems including miscarriage.

Too Much Thyroid Hormone Can Harm Fetus [offsite link]
New evidence shows that high levels of thyroid hormone can be as dangerous as low levels, causing a three to fourfold risk of miscarriage.

Uterine Abnormalities & Miscarriage
There are a variety of problems with the uterus which can lead to miscarriage.

What Causes Miscarriages? [offsite link]
This article aims to educate friends and relatives about the causes of miscarriage and offers some advice on how to help someone cope.

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