miscarrying a blighted ovum

[kosh71]

Had 3 scans at 5, 6 and 7 weeks, and during the last one I was finally diagnosed with a blighted ovum. The following day (Wednesday) I started spotting. The bleeding got slightly heavier and I had some mild period like pain during the week. I woke up this morning and my pad was full, went to the toilet and passed a large-ish (2cm) and heavy tissue. Since then I haven't had more pain and the bleeding almost stopped.
Is it possible that was all?

I'm really sorry for your loss .

Unfortunately I've lost two pregnancies myself, but because they were further along than yours was, it probably wouldn't be helpful to you to try to compare my experience - I just didn't want to read and run. I hope someone else comes along who has been through a more similar thing?

What you describe might well be all there is, particularly if you now have very little further bleeding, no pain and (sorry for TMI) no unpleasant/smelly discharge which might indicate that something had been retained. In the past I've been told to do a pregnancy test after 2 weeks (I know, that long) to make sure it's negative.

Did you have your scans at your hospital Early Pregnancy Assessment Unit? You could always give them a ring if you are concerned. The one at my local hospital operates like an A&E unit and is open 24/7.

If you haven't already come across the Miscarriage Association website, perhaps this 'what to expect' type leaflet might be helpful?
- miscarriageassociation.org.uk - natural management of miscarriage

Take care x

many thanks Giraffe, and sorry for your losses
Yes, I was given open access to the EPAU at my hospital. I haven't called because I have a scan scheduled for Tuesday and I am not really concerned, just a bit confused. The bleeding almost stopped now and no, there is no smell or discharge.
I am very surprised the pain was so minimal.

Yes it is possible that was it. I have had a few mcs and one was manageable with cocodamol but another one was overnight and I slept through the worst of it. Obviously had bleeding before and after but nothing too awful.