In this mini-episode of the Fiat Health Podcast, Madeline and Amanda focus on recurrent miscarriages. They discuss the causes of recurrent pregnancy loss as well as go through what your appointment would look like to discover the root causes of each miscarriage. From the questions they may ask and tests they order to sharing potential next-steps, Madeline and Amanda are here to help prepare you for a successful next pregnancy.
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Key Takeaways:
Understanding Miscarriage Causes: There are a variety of factors that may contribute to miscarrying including: genetic disorders, structural issues in the uterus, hormonal imbalances, autoimmune diseases, and inflammatory conditions. A comprehensive evaluation is essential to identify the underlying causes.
Detailed Patient Workup: The Fiat women's health team places a high importance on understanding your medical history. This includes inquiries about pregnancy history, menstrual cycles, hormonal health, and lifestyle factors such as diet and exercise.
Testing and Evaluation: Testing is an important tool to understanding why some women experience recurrent miscarriages. These tests include basic hormone testing, autoimmune clotting disorder assessments, genetic testing, and structural evaluations of the uterus.
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
01:12 - Understanding Miscarriage Causes
02:59 - Workup Process for Recurrent Miscarriages
06:57 - Further Tests and Moving Forward
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