Did anyone bleed for over three weeks?

[primrosechill]

Hello ladies. I am losing my mind - just so fed up with constant bleeding!

I first started bleeding three weeks ago - went to EPU right away and at the time still saw the gestational sack (at 6 weeks) on the screen so they couldn't confirm miscarriage. I bled for two weeks - never too heavy, definitely didn't have one defining moment where it felt like 'NOW' miscarriage really happened, rather a continuous light flow and heavy cramps for a few days. Then I went to the doctors last Wednesday, they did the scan and confirmed 'complete miscarriage' based on the fact that they couldn't see any leftover tissue.

It's been a week since my second EPU visit and three weeks since the bleeding started - and I'm STILL bleeding, plus still get faint positives. The bleeding or cramps didn't get more intense so I'm not too worried but I'm just so sick of being reminded about the miscarriage over and over again..

I guess mostly I just needed to rant but also wondered if anyone else went through a miscarriage that was a marathon rather than a sprint - i.e. weeks of lighter bleeding? Is 3 weeks normal?!

I've been bleeding for two and a half weeks and I haven't passed the baby yet. Some days it's very heavy, others light - really inconsistent. EPU at my local hospital weren't interested at all. They don't want to see anyone because of covid19. Just said it wasn't enough blood to be a miscarriage and carry on registering the pregnancy, etc I had a private scan yesterday that showed no heartbeat so I'm now being taken seriously by the hospital and going in tomorrow to discuss options. I can't help with the 'what's normal' question but I just wanted you to know that you're not alone. I've been doing this for two and a half weeks now and I'm absolutely sick of it. Just want it to be over and to be able to move on with my life. I know it can't last forever but it doesn't feel like that when you're stuck in it

Hi @OVO1410 so sorry you're also going through this. It's so unbearable... I feel like mentally I've been able to process it and am ready to try to move on, and my own body is just holding me hostage and not allowing me to forget about it.

I will give it until the end of the week and if the bleeding hasnt stopped and/or I dont get a negative, I will call them again... blah.

Mine lasted 6 weeks. Hope you’re ok x

I’m not sure what’s normal and what’s not as each woman and each pregnancy is different. But, I bled for 17 days very very lightly, cramps were so mild they were almost not there. I had HCG blood done on the 20/04/20 and was told it was likely I had miscarried, went back on the 22/04/20 for more bloods just to be sure and they had doubled 😖. Had a scan on the 6th of this month and they confirmed a complete miscarriage as uterus was empty. It’s a horrible thing to go through and I’m so sorry for your loss. Xxx take care of yourself xxx

@Pineapples1980 6 weeks!! What a nightmare, sorry you had to go through that.

@Shanlouise1602 that sounds so terrible as well - can't believe your hcg levels DOUBLED after you've already been told you are most likely miscarrying - it's such a vulnerable and confusing time and all you want is clear answers.

I am STILL bleeding. It will be four weeks on Wednesday. I called the EPU and they said that because I didn't have a huge bleed at any point, things might just take a bit longer for my uterus to do its thing... Still, I am just a bit concerned that I might be getting an infection or something - I'm keeping close eye on my symptoms and if they don't get significantly better in the next few days (or indeed get worse), I will pester my EPU again...

I’m sorry for your losses ladies and I am also going through this. I also had a miscarriage over 3 weeks ago at almost 9 weeks. I started bleeding a few days prior to this and contacted EPU and they said they couldn’t see me or offer a scan because of covid19 and that they wouldn’t scan that soon and to just monitor the bleeding. Then few days later bleeding got heavier along with large clots which ended in me having to go to EPU/triage at night and again said they couldn’t scan but they did an internal exam and confirmed that I had passed the baby. I have been bleeding since and did pregnancy test at weekend which is now negative however I did end up bleeding a bit heavier and passed a large clot. I contacted EPU for advice and they said they were happy for me to monitor the bleeding and if it gets worse or more clots to call back. I can relate to how frustrating it is waiting for the bleeding to stop..all in it will almost be 4 weeks I have been bleeding but it does say in the leaflet that was given that it could take 4-6 weeks. I just didn’t expect to still be bleeding but I do realise that it’s different for every woman. It’s a truly horrible experience, be kind to yourself. Xxx

Thank you for taking the time to write a thoughtful response, @Nutellahappy. It's so frustrating when you're an action-oriented person and just want to be able to DO something about it. I know that the longer the bleeding goes for, the longer I will need to wait until we can try for a baby again which is super frustrating - but like you said, every woman is different and ultimately it's out of my control so I just need to be kind to myself and let my body process it however long it needs.. Good luck to you, too - keep us posted xx

I understand everyone's frustration. I've been bleeding for nearly 3 weeks, but I have no idea if I'm actually miscarrying or not. It was just spotting off and on for about 2 weeks but the last 4 days has been heavier bleeding (not enough to fill a pad or even a liner) but has clots and cramps with it now. I'm 8wks5ds and just sad and anxious that I'm probably miscarrying. Calling my doc office in the am to hopefully see someone. I haven't even been seen by anyone yet. Damn this covid situation.
I'm sorry for everyone's loss and the confusion and frustration that comes with trying to figure out what is happening in your body.

Hi @Ktnf sorry that you're going through this - pregnancy is such an anxious time especially when you're not getting the answers you need. Did you manage to get seen by someone today?

@primrosechill no I didn't. I called around and talked to some people, but I'm really just being directed to an ER, which I'm not sure we can afford. This whole thing has been so frustrating and traumatic. I have hated being pregnant so far but at the same time I so badly want everything to be fine. I don't even have confirmation I'm having a miscarriage. It's frustrating and has really pushed my anxiety over the edge. I'm contemplating the next move right now.
I'll go ahead and out myself - I'm in the US, but your message board was so supportive, I've been using it for a couple months now.

Has your bleeding stopped? How are you feeling?

I'm still getting brown and copper blood when wiping and I had medical management over seven weeks ago. Bleeding stopped for a week in between, thought I had a period, passed another large clot about a week and a bit ago and now I'm getting this blood when wiping. I'm so fed up, it's unreal. I called EPU when I passed the large clot and they said I should just monitor it. I'm so done :-(

Hi @Ktnf so sorry to hear that you're going through this - I know that being in the US does not help in that respect. As disappointing as our healthcare quality might be at times, I'm so happy that overall it's so easily accessible.. Keeping everything crossed for you, let us know how you get on. Same for you, @anon0704 - I know how draining it is.

I don't want to speak too soon, but I haven't bled for the last 12+ hours, so I'm feeling optimistic that I'm finally, at last, done - after five weeks. As bizarre as it sounds, I don't even remember being pregnant anymore - this horrific bleed-fest has completely overshadowed anything else. In a strange way maybe that's better? Maybe I was so focused on the physical, that I didn't have as much time to mourn the emotional. I feel ready to start trying again soon and hope that you all get your answers, too. Big hugs x

I did call EPU yesterday. They said that the large clot I had passed was likely retained products and since I have a negative test now, they are basically saying I have to count 4-6 weeks from the clot passing. It's like starting over. :-(

Ah that's so frustrating @anon0704 - let's hope it really isn't that long!! I did have a bit more slight spotting today so definitely not fully done yet but a significant decrease from the bleeding and clots of last week! What a blood fest... Stay strong xx