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Why Do I Keep Having Miscarriages? Understanding Recurrent Loss Despite Normal Tests

The heart waiting for a precious baby is filled with more excitement than anything in the world, but as expectations grow, so can anxiety. This is often due to the experience of recurrent miscarriages. Even after undergoing thorough medical examinations, hearing "there is nothing wrong" can leave one with an indescribable sense of frustration and heartache. The fear of repeated loss makes even a new attempt at pregnancy daunting.

💡 Key Answer The 3 most common causes of recurrent miscarriage (even when tests are normal): ① Weakened Uterine Environment: Lack of suitable 'soil' for implantation and growth. ② Deficiency of Qi and Blood & Immune Imbalance: Decreased energy and defense needed to maintain the fetus. ③ Autonomic Nervous System Imbalance: Physical and mental instability caused by stress. Dalimchae Clinic helps you meet your precious baby by creating a healthy uterine environment and strengthening pregnancy maintenance through constitutional improvement.

Experiencing two or more consecutive miscarriages before 20 weeks of pregnancy is called 'habitual miscarriage' or 'recurrent miscarriage.' While modern medical tests can identify various causes such as chromosomal abnormalities, uterine structural issues, hormonal imbalances, and immune factors, surprisingly, about half of all recurrent miscarriages are diagnosed as 'unexplained.'

This is why "tests are normal but I keep having miscarriages" is so frustrating. In these cases, Korean medicine looks deeper into the overall balance of the body and the uterine environment. Even without major visible lesions, the 'soil' where the fetus grows may be weak, or the 'Qi' that maintains pregnancy may be insufficient. Repeated miscarriages also cause stress and autonomic imbalance, which can negatively impact future pregnancies.

In Korean medicine, recurrent miscarriage is called 'Hwal-tae' (滑胎), compared to an unripe fruit slipping and falling. It's not just a uterine problem; it's about the harmony of the whole body and the state of Qi and Blood. Just as a seed cannot grow in barren soil, the mother's body must act as healthy soil for a fetus to implant and grow safely.

Key causes in Korean medicine include:

• Weakened Uterine Environment: Unstable implantation due to a thin uterine lining or poor blood flow.
• Deficiency of Qi and Blood: Lack of energy (Qi) and nutrients (Blood) to hold the fetus firmly in the early stages.
• Immune Imbalance: Failure of immunological regulation, where the body perceives the fetus as a foreign object.
• Autonomic Imbalance & Stress: Excessive stress can cause uterine contractions or hinder blood circulation.

These causes, while not easily detected in modern tests, can be identified and corrected through Korean medical diagnosis.

For unexplained recurrent miscarriages, herbal medicine can be especially effective. It focuses on improving the fundamental environment of the body rather than just suppressing symptoms.

A 2012 study published in the Journal of Korean Obstetrics and Gynecology analyzed the birth rates of patients with habitual miscarriage who received treatment at a Korean medicine clinic before pregnancy. The results showed that 85.3% of those who received treatment successfully gave birth. This is a very encouraging result compared to statistics showing that the probability of miscarriage in the next pregnancy can be as high as 47% (American Fertility Society, 1994).

Furthermore, a study published in 2010 showed that the pregnancy maintenance rate for those who combined obstetric care with Korean herbal medicine was 94.4%, significantly higher than the 73.6% for those who received only Western medical treatment. These data suggest that Korean medicine is a reliable option for those seeking help for recurrent loss.

At Dalimchae Clinic Songdo, we focus on constitutional improvement to increase the body's fundamental resilience.

1. Precision Diagnosis: Comprehensive evaluation through pulse diagnosis, abdominal diagnosis, and autonomic balance tests.
2. Custom Herbal Prescription: Personalized herbal medicine to strengthen the uterine environment, replenish Qi and blood, and regulate immune balance.
3. Acupuncture & Moxibustion: Strengthening uterine and ovarian function, promoting circulation, and resolving autonomic imbalance.
4. Lifestyle Management: Advice on lifestyle habits and diet to prevent miscarriage and maintain resilience.

Q. From how many times is it called habitual miscarriage? A. Generally, two or more consecutive miscarriages before 20 weeks. However, since the risk increases after even one, careful management is important.

Q. Is Korean medicine effective even if tests are normal? A. Yes. For 'unexplained recurrent miscarriage,' it is an effective alternative to balance the body and improve the uterine environment.

Q. Should I take herbal medicine for recovery after a miscarriage? A. Yes. Recovery after a miscarriage is as important as postpartum care to prepare the body for the next pregnancy.

Q. Can I take herbal medicine while pregnant? A. Yes, there are safe medicines (like 'Antae-yak') used under a doctor's diagnosis to stabilize the fetus during early pregnancy.

Recurrent miscarriage is not a problem to be solved by just enduring. Don't ignore your body's signals. If you approach in the right direction, your body responds quickly. Dalimchae Clinic will find the cause with you.

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