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What to know about a missed miscarriage

How the structures involved in Missed Miscarriage differ from normal
Illustration: How the structures involved in Missed Miscarriage differ from normal

Short answer

A missed miscarriage is a pregnancy loss where development has stopped but bleeding or cramping may not have started.

This answers one question. It is not a diagnosis and does not replace an assessment by a licensed doctor.

At a glance

Possible symptoms
Bleeding and cramping may be absent at first
Care choices
Waiting, medicine or a procedure may be discussed

What it means

Some people still feel pregnant because pregnancy hormones take time to fall. A scan may show that the pregnancy is not developing as expected, and a repeat scan or clinical review may be needed when the findings are uncertain. Nothing you did caused this loss, and symptoms alone cannot confirm what is happening.

A clinician will explain whether waiting for the body to pass the pregnancy, using medicine, or having a procedure is appropriate. The choice can depend on bleeding, infection signs, scan findings, medical history and what feels manageable for you.

What to do after diagnosis

Ask how the diagnosis was confirmed, what bleeding and pain to expect, and who to contact day or night. Follow the agreed plan and keep pads, fluids and pain relief suitable for you available. Emotional reactions vary; grief, numbness, anger and relief can all occur. Support from a trusted person or a pregnancy-loss service may help.

Your clinician can discuss [Medical Management of Miscarriage](/treatments/medical-gynaecology/medical-management-of-miscarriage/) and [Surgical Management of Miscarriage](/treatments/gynaecological-surgery/surgical-management-of-miscarriage/), including how each option is monitored and what follow-up is needed.

When to seek urgent care

Get urgent medical help for heavy bleeding that makes you feel faint, severe or one-sided pain, shoulder-tip pain, fever, foul-smelling discharge, or feeling suddenly very unwell. These symptoms can signal bleeding, infection or a pregnancy outside the uterus and need prompt assessment. Use the emergency service if you collapse, have trouble breathing or cannot stay awake.

Questions for your doctor

How was the diagnosis confirmed? Which option is safest for my symptoms and history? How will I know the treatment is complete? When should I seek help, and when can I discuss future pregnancy planning?

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General Clinics & Polyclinics in Abu Dhabi

That answer is general. If you want it applied to your own case, these are licensed general clinics & polyclinics listed in Abu Dhabi.

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Ordered by verification status and how complete each clinic's public record is, then alphabetically. This is a directory listing, not a ranking — Zavis does not rate or recommend providers.

A factual listing drawn from the DHA, DOH and MOHAP licence registers. It is not a referral, an endorsement, or advice that any of these providers is right for you.

Questions people ask

Can a missed miscarriage have no symptoms?

Yes. Some people have no bleeding or pain, which is why ultrasound and clinical follow-up are used to assess pregnancy development.

Did I cause the miscarriage?

In most cases, ordinary activities do not cause a miscarriage. Your clinician can discuss your individual circumstances and support needs.

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Medical disclaimer. This page is general health information, not medical advice, and it cannot diagnose you. Always consult a licensed healthcare provider about your own symptoms and treatment. In an emergency in the UAE, call 998 for an ambulance.