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Abortion

Underlying Cause

Underlying Cause

Abnormal fetal development is the most common cause for an abortion or miscarriage.

Additional causes for an abortion or miscarriage include:

Abnormal cervix
Abnormal uterus
Alcohol abuse
Diabetes
Drug abuse
Emotional stress
Hormone imbalance
Medications that could trigger miscarriage
Smoking
Stimulants
Thyroid disease
Venereal disease

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Abdominal pain in pregnancy
Abdominal pain
Pregnancy
Threatened abortion
Vaginal bleeding in pregnancy
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Last Updated: Feb 22, 2008 References

Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD

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References:

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