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Fertility Glossary

Miscarriage

Loss of a pregnancy before 20 weeks.

Pregnancy after treatment

Around one in five recognised pregnancies ends in miscarriage, most often because of a chromosomal error in the embryo that nothing could have prevented. Management may be expectant, medical or surgical, and the choice is yours in most situations. Heavy bleeding soaking more than a pad an hour, fainting or severe pain needs emergency assessment.

Also known as: early pregnancy loss, losing a pregnancy, spontaneous abortion

Sources

  • Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada (SOGC) patient information

Last reviewed: September 9, 2026. Written by the Antega Editorial Team. General information only โ€” always follow the advice of your own clinic, doctor or pharmacist.

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