'I Wanted to Die': Hellish Morning Sickness Jul 1, 2010
Women report that the pain is so excruciating they hope for a miscarriage, and -- a leader in the field -- shows that as many as 1 in 7 of these women elect to abort. Some doctors disparagingly call them -- women who are so nauseated during pregnancy that they can barely function, lose weight and often end up on an IV in the hospital to avoid dehydration and malnourishment. (ABC News)
Cheap, Simple, Noninvasive Blood Test May Replace Invasive Diagnostic Techniques in Early Pregnancy Jul 1, 2010
At present, the only reliable way to do this is through amniocentesis or chorionic villus sampling, both of which are invasive and carry the risk of triggering a miscarriage. See Also. (Science Daily)
New Non-Surgical Treatment for Uterine Fibroids Can Improve Quality of Life Jul 1, 2010
Fibroids are the major indication for hysterectomy in Europe and the US, and they also contribute to infertility by interfering with the ability of the embryo to implant in the womb and causing miscarriage. "Both the fibroids and the surgical interventions commonly used to treat them can cause significant fertility problems," said Dr. Armstrong, "and we wanted to see whether fibroids could shrink and surgery could be avoided by using an SPRM.". (Science Daily)
Cheap Blood Test Could Detect Disorders in Fetus Jul 1, 2010
Researchers hope the new test will become a safer alternative to the current procedures, which are highly accurate, but raise the mother s risk of suffering a miscarriage. Dr. Brian Skotko, a physician at the Children's Hospital Boston who is on the board of directors of the National Down Syndrome Society, told FoxNews. (Fox News)
Alcohol in pregnancy may harm sons' sperm Jun 30, 2010
Overweight women have a much higher risk of a miscarriage after having in-vitro fertilization compared with slim women, new research says. Multimedia. (MSNBC -- Health)
State plays God by paying to terminate pregnancies Jun 29, 2010
Wanted wrote on Jun 28, 2010 3:30 PM:" the detail that is missing is what kind of abortion? Spontainous abotion is a miscarriage do to miss formed or unsupportive hormones. Still its an abortiion medically, missformed masses of cells, unvialble fetuses and unborn babies so deformed that they will die at birth and potentially harm the mother are among the things that Gov Parnell wants to prevent. You people are so blind and backward its embarrassing to live here. Happened to me. ". June wrote on... (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Heavy women's miscarriage risk higher after IVF Jun 29, 2010
LONDON Overweight women have a much higher risk of a miscarriage after having in-vitro fertilization compared with slim women, new research says. Doctors have long known that heavy women are more prone to having a miscarriage and suffering other complications after becoming pregnant naturally, but there has been conflicting data over whether that was also the case after using artificial reproduction techniques ... After making a statistical adjustment for factors that might have skewed the... (MSNBC -- Health)
'Fertility clock' test for women Jun 28, 2010
However, he stressed that the test would not alter the fact that the quality of eggs decline with age, increasing the risk of conditions such as Down's syndrome, and that older mothers are also at greater risk of complications such as miscarriage. Other factors, such as their partner's health is also important, he said. (BBC News -- Health)
Volunteers ease family's burden Jun 28, 2010
WEST MELBOURNE Lou DiStefano's wife, Martine, lies in a nursing home, suffering from brain injuries and recuperating after a car crash a year ago that also forced a miscarriage. His third son, Vinnie, 12, is in a children's hospital in Orlando fighting a rare form of cancer in his spinal cord. (Florida Today)
A bitter harvest for farmers’ wives in ‘The Quickening’ Jun 28, 2010
After a miscarriage, Enidina s feelings of emptiness are palpable: This life I loved, it d given me nothing to keep. I was sick of myself, sick of my good husband who I knew should expect more of me. (Boston Globe)
An underwhelming night on "So You Think You Can Dance" Jun 25, 2010
As for the show, I was only right about one of the bottom three dancers, and I thought Cristina's inclusion in that group was a miscarriage of justice. Melinda, sure. (Salon)
What Foods to Avoid During Pregnanc... Jun 25, 2010
A listeria infection is connected with miscarriage ... There have been studies linking caffeine intake to an increased likelihood of miscarriage in the first trimester. (Suite101.com)
Thyroid Function at High End of Normal Tied to Miscarriage Risk Jun 24, 2010
TUESDAY, June 22 (HealthDay News) -- Testing in the upper half of what is currently considered a normal range for thyroid function can nonetheless be problematic for pregnant women, who face an increased risk for miscarriage as a result, new research suggests. The study is the first to link what has previously been considered normal thyroid function to miscarriage risk, according to co-investigator Dr. Alex Stagnaro-Green, a senior associate dean for education at the George Washington University... (MEDLINEplus)
Flame Retardant May Up Risk of Thyroid Problems in Pregnancy Jun 23, 2010
"Elevated T4 in pregnancy has been associated with increased risks of miscarriage, premature birth and intrauterine growth retardation," study co-author Brenda Eskenazi added. "A mother's thyroid hormones affect her developing baby throughout her pregnancy, and they are essential for fetal brain development," Eskenazi, director of the Center for Children's Environmental Health Research, stated in the news release. (MEDLINEplus)
Flame Retardants May Alter Hormones of Pregnant Women Jun 22, 2010
Chevier said pregnant women who are clinically hyperthyroid have an increased risk of miscarriage, premature birth and reduced fetal growth. Also, in animal tests, hyperthyroidism in the mothers results in damaged brain development of their offspring. (Scientific American)
Smoking May Contribute to Pelvic Pain in Pregnancy Jun 22, 2010
Smoking during pregnancy is linked to increased risks of miscarriage, low birth weight and other pregnancy complications. So the most important reason for women to quit before pregnancy is for the health of their child, Biering told Reuters Health in an email. (MEDLINEplus)
Flame retardant linked to altered thyroid hormone levels during pregnancy Jun 21, 2010
"Though the health effect of subclinical hyperthyroidism during pregnancy is not well understood, maternal clinical hyperthyroidism is linked to altered fetal neurodevelopment, increased risk of miscarriage, premature birth and intrauterine growth retardation.". Exactly how flame retardants influence TSH levels is unclear, the researchers said, but animal studies have shown that certain PBDEs can mimic thyroid hormones. (EurekAlert!)
Children's Health Jun 21, 2010
It began with Molly's first miscarriage. Worried about toxic waste and chemical exposure, more and more companies and hospitals are moving away from polyvinyl chloride. (CNN -- Health)
Homeopathic Remedies to Take After ... Jun 20, 2010
Homeopathic Remedies to Take After a Miscarriage ... Homeopathic Remedies to Take After a Miscarriage ... Learn about homeopathic remedies to take after a miscarriage. (Suite101.com)
How to sail through the nine months Jun 19, 2010
Research suggests that consuming more than 300 mg of caffeine a day increases the risk of miscarriage and low birth weight for the new baby. Pregnancy pet peeves Morning sickness: To combat morning sickness, eat smaller and frequent meals instead of bingeing. (India Times, India)
Children of Older Dads at Higher Risk of Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma Jun 11, 2010
Previous research has shown that older women who get pregnant are at increased risk for miscarriage and more likely to have babies with low birth weight, autism, or serious health problems, such as Down syndrome. SOURCE: City of Hope, May 2010, news release. (MEDLINEplus)
What Causes Miscarriages? Common Ca... Jun 8, 2010
What Causes Miscarriages ... What Causes Miscarriages ... Although not all miscarriages can be explained there are known causes of miscarriages that range from chromosomal abnormalities to infections. (Suite101.com)
Abortion foes advance cause at state level Jun 4, 2010
In Utah, after a pregnant 17-year-old paid a man $150 to beat her in an effort to induce a miscarriage, legislators passed a law that would allow a woman in such circumstances to be charged with homicide ... In Utah, after a pregnant 17-year-old paid a man $150 to beat her in an effort to induce a miscarriage, legislators passed a law that would allow a woman in such circumstances to be charged with homicide. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Miscarriage Symptoms and Causes Jun 4, 2010
A miscarriage can be very scary and devastating. Pregnant women should be aware of miscarriage symptoms and factors which increase the risk of having one ... Miscarriages occur when a pregnancy is ended naturally during the first 20 weeks of gestation. (Suite101.com)
Does having a baby destroy your sex life? Jun 4, 2010
Specifically, this can occur if there is any unexplained bleeding, if there s a risk of a preterm labour, if the placenta is covering the cervix opening (placenta praevia) or if the woman has a history of miscarriage. Other concerns, such as urinary tract infections, can be avoided by using a condom (during pregnancy the vaginal tract is shortened, making it easier for infections to travel). (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
New test reveals good sperm vs. bad Jun 3, 2010
Even if fertilization is successful, the genetic problems carried by the sperm could lead to developmental problems and miscarriage. To sort the wheat from the chaff, Huszar and his team use a compound called hyaluronic acid. (MSNBC -- Health)
Risk of Miscarriage Linked to Antidepressants Jun 2, 2010
MONDAY, May 31 (HealthDay News) -- Women who take a certain class of antidepressants during pregnancy may increase their risk of having a miscarriage by 68 percent, Canadian researchers report ... But the Canadian case-control study on more than 5,000 women found that by controlling for other factors associated with miscarriage, taking antidepressants known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) during pregnancy led to an increased risk of miscarriage ... Up to 20 percent -- or one... (MEDLINEplus)
The Second Trimester: The Happy Par... Jun 1, 2010
Week 13 also marks the point where the risk of miscarriage drops dramatically ... The rate of miscarriage drops drastically at week 13, so many people will announce their pregnancies at this point ... This may not mean you are having a miscarriage, but there could be other complications that you should be aware of. (Suite101.com)
Conception possible after miscarriages Jun 1, 2010
Even among the more than 80% who've had two or more miscarriages will eventually have a successful pregnancy with supportive care. Although miscarriage is common, 30% of all women will experience at least one miscarriage in their lifetime, and one to two percent will have three or more, there have been relatively few well-conducted studies on its causes and treatments, said Ruth Lathi ... As many as 40 to 50% of miscarriages have no identifiable cause. (India Times, India -- Health/Science)
Study Links Antidepressant Use and Miscarriage Jun 1, 2010
Study: Link Between Antidepressants and Miscarriage - TIME ... Study: Link Between Antidepressants and Miscarriage ... Pregnancy is often fraught with complications, not least for women suffering from depression while carrying a child: new research suggests that women who take antidepressant medications during pregnancy may have an increased risk of miscarriage. (Time.com)
Antidepressants in pregnancy increase risk of miscarriage Jun 1, 2010
A new study in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal) found a 68% increase in the overall risk of miscarriage in pregnant women using antidepressants (pre-embargo link only) ... Most previous studies on the use of antidepressants in pregnancy did not look at miscarriages as a main outcome, had small samples and several showed contradictory results ... This large study sought to determine the association between antidepressant use in pregnancy, including classes, types and doses, and the... (EurekAlert!)
Mini-baby boom hits Hilo May 30, 2010
"When asked if she was interested in having any more children, about the only reaction she could muster was a tired looking eye roll. She may have just been conserving energy, knowing that she had plenty of hard work ahead.Luckily, her mom, Lisa, lives across the street and said she would be helping out however she can.Mark and Reyna Rose, meanwhile, decided on the names Samantha Evelyn and Joelle Elaine for their blonde and brunette heartbreakers, who were born at 7:48 and 7:49 p.m.... (Honolulu Advertiser)
Pregnant at 47: Can I do that? May 29, 2010
"Spontaneous pregnancy [rates for] someone 47 is VERY low," Kort wrote in an e-mail, explaining that your chances of conceiving naturally at that age are less than 5 percent each month, and the miscarriage rate in the first trimester is 70 to 80 percent. "It's not impossible that someone aged 47 [got pregnant] without assistance, but it's highly unlikely," he adds. (CNN -- Health)
9/11 distress linked to miscarriages May 26, 2010
Distress of 9/11 may have led to miscarriages, research says - CNN.com ... Distress of 9/11 may have led to miscarriages, research says ... Stress during pregnancy can cause miscarriage, early labor, low birth weight. (CNN -- Health)
Teri Hatcher hops on the celebrity advice bandwagon May 25, 2010
"I did explore having a baby on my own a few years ago, searching sperm banks for the perfect candidate, taking hormone shots, getting pregnant only to result in a miscarriage and a life-threatening infection that landed me in a hospital for surgery with a 105 fever the night before my band was to sing on ," she writes, admitting that she still weighs adoption. "Yes, maybe, but then raise that child without a real father and be 62 years old when he/she goes to college? Hmmm ". (USA Today -- Life)
Mumbai judge slates prosecution May 25, 2010
The judge said there would have been "strong chances of a miscarriage of justice" if he had accepted the evidence in question. Given the "many loose ends and scope for doubting each and every piece of evidence", the two Indians had been acquitted of all charges, the judge said. (BBC News -- South Asia)
Your views: Letters to the editor (May 21) May 22, 2010
Speaking of hypocritical, over 30 percent of pregnancies end in natural abortion or miscarriage, yet, I dont see anybody screaming that God is killing or slaughtering unborn babies. Why not. (Florida Today)
Supreme Court Re-Opens Tsatsus Case May 22, 2010
Tsikata argued that this was more so as the trial judge herself had indicated that failure to await the Supreme Court decision could lead to a mistrial or miscarriage of justice. Tsikata further argued that Mrs. Justice Abban acted in breach of Article 296(a) of the 1992 Constitution to be fair and candid in the exercise of her discretionary power and committed patent errors of law in making the decisions and determinations prior to delivering her judgment convicting him. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Heavy Caffeine Intake May Mean Smaller Babies May 22, 2010
Researchers have also come to conflicting conclusions as to whether caffeine affects the risk of miscarriage ... The March of Dimes, for example, suggests that, based on research into miscarriage risk, pregnant women get no more than 200 milligrams of caffeine per day -- roughly the amount in 12 ounces of coffee. (MEDLINEplus)
Sex during pregnancy May 22, 2010
- Intercourse should be avoided from the sixth to the twelfth week of the pregnancy, as it can cause miscarriage. Sexual abstinence is recommended during the last two months of pregnancy as well. (India Times, India)
Medical examiner says fetus found in Kapolei restroom was stillborn May 13, 2010
The fetus from a miscarriage by a 19-year-old woman in a Kapolei park restroom was stillborn, Acting Honolulu Medical Examiner Dr. William Goodhue said yesterday ... The fetus from a miscarriage by a 19-year-old woman in a Kapolei park restroom was stillborn, Acting Honolulu Medical Examiner Dr. William Goodhue said yesterday. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Push to review poor miscarriage treatment May 9, 2010
The doctor, midwife and health official had also awaited further advice from the NSW Clinical Excellence Commission about treatment of early miscarriage ... Mrs Taylor said the report's arrival was ''a major relief'' but said she was devastated by its central finding: that even at 14 weeks - when a foetus measures nine centimetres and has fully formed digits and facial features - miscarriage should be allowed to occur naturally, which could take a month. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Utilities worker finds fetus May 5, 2010
Most women would know they had a miscarriage if the fetus was 12 weeks into development, said Missy Jackson, a women's health nurse practitioner ... But at 12 weeks, a miscarriage likely would be painful enough for a woman to notice, Jackson said. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Antithrombotic Therapy for Recurrent Miscarriage? Apr 29, 2010
NEJM -- Antithrombotic Therapy for Recurrent Miscarriage ... Antithrombotic Therapy for Recurrent Miscarriage ... Recurrent miscarriage is a major health problem, with 5% of women of reproductive age having two or more miscarriages and approximately 1% having three or more. (New England Journal of Medicine)
How scary is having a baby over 40? Apr 29, 2010
Risks include miscarriage, preeclampsia, gestational diabetes, chromosome disorders ... Higher risk of miscarriage ... Noncancerous tumors called fibroids and endometriosis, the abnormal growth of the lining of a woman's uterus, can lead to a miscarriage. (CNN -- Health)
Aspirin plus Heparin or Aspirin Alone in Women with Recurrent Miscarriage Apr 29, 2010
Background Aspirin and low-molecular-weight heparin are prescribed for women with unexplained recurrent miscarriage, with the goal of improving the rate of live births, but limited data from randomized, controlled trials are available to support the use of these drugs. Methods In this randomized trial, we enrolled 364 women between the ages of 18 and 42 years who had a history of unexplained recurrent miscarriage and were attempting to conceive or were less than 6 weeks pregnant ... Secondary... (New England Journal of Medicine)
States seek new ways to restrict abortions Apr 28, 2010
It was prompted by a girl who paid a man $150 to beat her to try to induce a miscarriage. Posted 4/26/2010 12:33 AM ET. (Pensacola News Journal)
Catastrophe’s child Apr 25, 2010
But Lynda endured a painful miscarriage and Abby s birth in 2007 without him. To bear it, she leaned hard on the dream that one day they would be able to build a life together. (Boston Globe)
Fighting Deadly Disease in Haiti, Honoring World Malaria Day Apr 24, 2010
Pregnant women are especially vulnerable and are at increased risk for miscarriage and low-birth weight delivery. Help AmeriCares fight malaria and other deadly diseases around the world. (AlertNet)
Update right to choose urged Apr 22, 2010
"Women like the privacy, the noninvasiveness nature of it and the fact that medication abortion is a process very much like a miscarriage," she said. Americans under 25 account for half of the 19 million new cases of sexually transmitted infections that occur each year, Cullins said. (Albany Times Union)
Love, Sex, Freedom and the Paradox of the Pill Apr 22, 2010
Through the turn of the century, advertisements for potions to treat "female disorders" or menstrual irregularities carried a bold, bright warning: "Portuguese Female Pills, not to be used during pregnancy for they will cause miscarriage.". The warning, of course, was the ad. (Time.com)
Smokers show lower risk of pregnancy complication Apr 22, 2010
Smoking during pregnancy is linked to increased risks of miscarriage, low birth weight and other pregnancy complications ... "Cigarette smoking during pregnancy is known to increase the risk of a number of adverse outcomes, such as miscarriage, fetal growth restriction and preterm birth," she said. (MSNBC -- Health)
10 Comments Apr 21, 2010
Yes, it's true, young Patty induced a late-term miscarriage so she could take the perfect job in New York (not "go to law school"). But Joe ordered the death of a young woman he thought was his half-sister (and who, in fact, was his daughter) because he merely suspected she would turn on him, and didn't want to take the risk. (Salon)
Children fathered by Fathers to sue Church Apr 19, 2010
Bond, who was 28, had a miscarriage, then became pregnant again. This time Willenborg's superiors urged her to give up the child for adoption. (India Times, India)
Oral Bacteria Linked to Intrauterine Infections and Pre-Term Birth Apr 16, 2010
Intrauterine infection is recognized as a main cause of pre-term birth as well as late miscarriage and still birth ... 23, 2008) Repeated miscarriages and hormone treatment for infertility give an increased risk of pre-eclampsia among pregnant women, according to a study of more than 20,000 first-time mothers in. (Science Daily)
Drinking water drought drowns rural residents Apr 16, 2010
And some studies have found possible links to reproductive problems, including miscarriage. Of the different trihalomethanes, dibromochloromethane has been most closely associated with cancer, followed in order by bromoform, chloroform, and bromodichloromethane. (The Exeter Sun, CA)
Clubs and organizations, 4-15 Apr 16, 2010
shared her experiences of unforgiveness, surviving a serious accident and the loss of babies due to miscarriage. She got off her merry-go-round of worry as she allowed God to heal and change her. (Vincennes Sun Commercial, IN)
Comment period for Kettleman study extended to April 22 Apr 10, 2010
Angel called for a session to address the question of transparency in the Department of Public Health's investigation process, discuss the year-to-year breakdowns of birth defect cases and discuss what due diligence can be done to gather more than just governmental records regarding birth defects in Kettleman City, such as data on stillbirths and miscarriage cases. Add your 2 cents. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
What Not To Eat When You're Pregnant Apr 9, 2010
If you did get infected, it would likely cause miscarriage or stillbirth. So, this is a serious issue. (Epicurious.com)
Miscarriage leads to divorce for some couples Apr 9, 2010
Toll of miscarriage can linger, lead to divorce for some couples - USATODAY.com ... Toll of miscarriage can linger, lead to divorce for some couples ... The Beckers aren't alone in experiencing strain in a relationship in the aftermath of miscarriage; their marriage remains intact. (USA Today)
Abortion bill still stirs emotions Apr 7, 2010
5:28 p.m. Tuesday, April 6, 2010. Senate abortion bill continues to stir emotions. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Pregnancy loss puts couples at risk Apr 7, 2010
It's unclear whether the break-ups were directly related to the pregnancy, but couples who had miscarriages had greater risk of seperating ... Couples who had a miscarriage were 22 percent more likely to break up ... Although 1 percent of pregnancies end in stillbirth, roughly 15 percent end in miscarriage. (CNN -- Health)
Pregnancy hopes of rare Sumatran rhino Ratu dashed Apr 6, 2010
Conservationists say it appears that a female rhino that had become pregnant in captivity has had a miscarriage ... Widodo Ramono, the executive director at the Indonesian Rhino Foundation, told the BBC that the latest tests had shown that Ratu's embryo had disappeared, leading the organisation to believe the female rhino had suffered a miscarriage. (BBC News -- Asia-Pacific)
Gay-rights groups see 2010 Census as progress Apr 5, 2010
Groups opposed to same-sex marriage recognize that, calling it a "miscarriage of accuracy.". Said Randall of the Faith and Freedom Network, "The idea is to use those untruthful, inflated numbers to create pressure on lawmakers, state by state and in Congress.". (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Calif. bill would expand pesticide safety program Apr 5, 2010
Two days later, she had a miscarriage. Miranda, now 38 and still working the fields, said the doctor at the hospital told her the pesticides were not to blame for her miscarriage because she didn't ingest any chemicals. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR -- Business)
