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A miscarriage is the loss of a pregnancy during the first 20 weeks. It's usually the body's way of ending a problem pregnancy. For some, a miscarriage can be hard. But it's no one's fault and it can't be prevented.
You may need treatment if any tissue remains in the uterus after the miscarriage.
Current as of: July 10, 2023
Author: Healthwise Staff
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