Can I Still Conceive Naturally I Had A Miscarriage 4 Years Ago?

Posted on Sun, 21 Feb 2021

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Question : Hi I had a miscarriage 4 years ago. I was 10 weeks pregnant went for a scan and baby stopped growing at 5.5 weeks.
I am now ready to try again the only problem being I am 45.
I have regular periods and have had all sorts of hormone blood tests which my GP says are really good for my age.
I have regular periods and no signs of perimenopause.
Can I still conceive naturally?
I have no children and worry I will never be a mum.
My GP says it can happen and seems quite optimistic about it.
If I have conceived before is there a good chance I can conceive naturally again.

Answered by Dr. Olgeta Xhufka (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
You have good chances to conceive.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

If you had hormonal tests and everything is normal also having regular cycles it means that you have good chances to conceive.
Even though you had a miscarriage you still have good chances to conceive.
If you want it as soon as possible and also taking count of your age you may consider IVF.

Hope I have answered the question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Thanks.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj

Follow up: Dr. Olgeta Xhufka (57 minutes later)

So how long would you give naturally I do have a high bmi but am working getting my weight down

Answered by Dr. Olgeta Xhufka (4 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Don't wait for more than 6 months.

Detailed Answer:
Hello dear and thank you for asking again.
I think you should not wait for more than 6 months to conceive naturally.
Time is very precious in your case so don't wait longer before considering IVF.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T