What does biochemical abortion mean?

Biochemical abortion refers to a situation in which the embryonic tissue fails to implant into the uterine wall in early pregnancy, resulting in the cessation of embryonic development and eventual spontaneous abortion. This situation is relatively common in clinical practice and usually occurs in the first three months of pregnancy.

The causes of biochemical abortion may include genetic factors, immune dysfunction, uterine structural abnormalities, abnormal maternal hormone levels, poor lifestyle, environmental factors, and disease infection. Symptoms of biochemical abortion may include vaginal bleeding after menopause, abdominal pain, etc., but sometimes there may be no obvious symptoms.

Diagnosis of biochemical miscarriage is usually confirmed by testing the level of human chorionic gonadotropin in the blood. In the case of biochemical miscarriage, although the embryonic development has stopped, the human chorionic gonadotropin level may remain in a certain range instead of falling rapidly. For the management of biochemical miscarriage, follow-up observation is generally recommended to wait for the natural miscarriage process to end. After the miscarriage is over, the doctor will recommend a comprehensive examination to determine the cause of the miscarriage and provide preventive measures for future pregnancies.

Biochemical abortion does not affect women's fertility, and most women can successfully give birth in their next pregnancy after experiencing a biochemical abortion. However, women who have experienced multiple biochemical abortions in a row should seek the help of a doctor for detailed examination and treatment.

In daily life, pay attention to maintaining healthy living habits, avoid contact with harmful substances, maintain a good attitude, and have regular gynecological examinations to prevent the occurrence of biochemical abortion.