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Fertility Glossary

Recurrent miscarriage

Losing three or more pregnancies in a row, or as locally defined.

Pregnancy loss

In the UK, recurrent miscarriage has traditionally meant three or more consecutive losses, though some services now offer investigations after two. Tests may look at blood clotting, the uterus and chromosomes, but often no cause is found — and many people go on to have a successful pregnancy.

Also known as: recurrent pregnancy loss, RPL, repeated miscarriage

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Last reviewed: 23 September 2026. Written by the Antega Editorial Team. General information only — always follow the advice of your own clinic, doctor or pharmacist.

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