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Is it Habitual Miscarriage After Two Consecutive Losses? Stopping the Cycle of Pain

If the baby you've been waiting for has left you twice in a row, you've probably spent sleepless nights worrying, "Is there something wrong with me? Is it habitual miscarriage since it happened twice?" Many people say they are afraid to try for another pregnancy and find it difficult to summon the courage for fear of experiencing the same pain again. Do not suffer alone while your body and mind are exhausted. It is entirely possible to accurately identify the cause of repeated miscarriages and prepare your body for a healthy pregnancy.

💡 [Key Answer] The 3 most common causes of "Is it habitual miscarriage after two consecutive losses?": ① Instability of the uterine environment / ② Decline in the quality of eggs and sperm / ③ Immunological imbalance Dalimchae Korean Medicine Clinic identifies the root cause of miscarriage through constitutional improvement and creates a body that can maintain a healthy pregnancy again.

In the past, habitual miscarriage was defined as three or more repeated losses, but recently, the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) and the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE) define two or more repeated pregnancy losses as habitual miscarriage. In other words, if you have experienced two consecutive miscarriages, it is a time when habitual miscarriage is suspected and active management is needed. While the general spontaneous miscarriage rate is around 20%, if you have even one experience of miscarriage, the probability of miscarriage in the next pregnancy increases, and the risk continues to rise as the number of miscarriages increases. Such repeated miscarriages leave deep scars on a woman's body and mind and can increase fear of pregnancy itself. Therefore, it is very important to closely examine your physical condition and create a healthy uterine environment before planning the next pregnancy.

In modern medicine, the causes of habitual miscarriage are analyzed in various ways, such as genetic, anatomical, endocrine, and immunological factors, but about half are diagnosed as of unknown cause. Such miscarriages of 'unknown cause' often face difficulties with Western medical treatment.

In Korean medicine, habitual miscarriage is called 'Saktatae (數墮胎)' or 'Hwaltae (滑胎)', and it is compared to 'an unripened fruit slipping and falling.' Just as a fruit needs a strong seed, nutrient-rich soil, and the strength to defend itself from external stimuli to ripen well, the view is that maternal health, uterine environment, and circulation of Qi and blood act in combination for a healthy pregnancy maintenance. In particular, Korean medicine views congenital weakness, advanced age, stress, depression, overwork, and improper eating habits as damaging the energy channels (meridians), thus becoming the cause of miscarriage.

Korean medicine treatment and research on habitual miscarriage have been actively conducted for as long as its history, and the achievements are also noteworthy.

According to the results of a study by a Korean medicine hospital published in HiDoc in 2015, as a result of applying Korean medicine treatment to 171 patients with habitual miscarriage, 71% of patients who had never given birth and 85% of patients who had experience giving birth successfully maintained their pregnancies. In addition, in another Korean medicine hospital study, after herbal treatment for 14 patients with habitual miscarriage, it was reported that patients who received active treatment gave birth to healthy babies.

In a more recent study published on September 9, 2025, an analysis of 11 clinical trials on a specific herbal formula, Shou Tai Wan, reported that the live birth rate nearly doubled and the risk of early miscarriage was reduced by half. This study suggests that Shou Tai Wan can be effective by improving blood flow to the uterus and supporting early embryo development. Also, a study on June 12, 2024, explains that acupuncture treatment can contribute to reducing repeated miscarriages by improving the flow of Qi and blood, keeping the uterine environment warm, and alleviating emotional stress.

These research results suggest that it is important to help the recovery of the uterus and the body for the next pregnancy through appropriate Korean medicine care after a miscarriage, and that it can be an effective approach to break the cycle of repeated pain. At Dalimchae Korean Medicine Clinic Songdo Branch, based on this data, we closely diagnose each individual's constitution and the cause of miscarriage to optimize the uterine environment and proceed with constitutional improvement treatment to increase pregnancy maintenance.

Dalimchae Korean Medicine Clinic Songdo Branch focuses on healing the body and mind exhausted by repeated miscarriages and creating a fundamental environment for a healthy pregnancy. We aim not just to temporarily soothe symptoms, but to create a body where symptoms do not turn back on, rather than just turning them off. This is the philosophy of constitutional improvement treatment at Dalimchae Clinic.

To this end, we apply an integrated approach as follows:

• Improvement of Uterine Environment: We regenerate the uterine lining damaged after a miscarriage and improve blood circulation in the uterus and pelvic cavity to create a healthy implantation environment. In particular, through the removal of stagnant blood (Eohyeol), we help prevent waste products remaining in the uterus after miscarriage from interfering with the next pregnancy.
• Ovarian Function and Hormonal Balance: We strengthen ovarian function and regulate hormonal imbalances to improve egg quality and create the optimal physical state for maintaining pregnancy. In Korean medicine, reinforcing the energy of the kidneys is closely connected to reproductive function, which contributes to creating a warm and stable uterine environment necessary for embryo growth.
• Systemic Health Promotion and Immune Strengthening: If immunological factors are the cause of miscarriage, we restore the overall immune balance of the body and regulate inflammatory responses to increase pregnancy maintenance. In addition, we replenish Qi and blood and promote systemic health to increase resistance to stress and foster the body's strength to maintain pregnancy on its own.

This process of constitutional improvement compensates for the weak parts of the body and corrects imbalances, helping to break the vicious cycle of miscarriage in the next pregnancy and expect good results. Many people looking for an infertility clinic in Songdo are regaining stability of body and mind and harboring new hope through Dalimchae Songdo's constitutional improvement program.

If 3 or more of the following questions apply to you, you need to suspect habitual miscarriage and consult with a specialist to establish an accurate diagnosis and treatment plan.

• ◻ Have experienced 2 or more consecutive spontaneous miscarriages recently.
• ◻ Menstrual pain has become more severe than before or there has been a change in menstrual volume after miscarriage.
• ◻ Usually have cold hands and feet or a cold lower abdomen.
• ◻ Lower abdomen feels uncomfortable or there is a tendency to bleed when stressed or sensitive.
• ◻ Have had a D&C surgery after a missed abortion and have a great fear of the next pregnancy.
• ◻ Have poor systemic health such as frequent fatigue, dizziness, and indigestion.
• ◻ Are preparing for pregnancy at an advanced age and have concerns about declining ovarian function.

If 3 or more apply: You can suspect the possibility of habitual miscarriage. Consider Dalimchae's Korean medicine complex treatment. If 5 or more apply: Immediate visit is recommended, and a healthy body must be created through personalized treatment.

Q. How long does habitual miscarriage treatment take? A. The duration of habitual miscarriage treatment varies depending on the person's physical condition, cause of miscarriage, and age. Usually, a sufficient recovery and treatment period of at least 3 months before the next pregnancy is recommended, and steady management is needed even after pregnancy until the stable period.

Q. Is repeated missed abortion also habitual miscarriage? A. Yes, even missed abortions are considered habitual miscarriage if repeated. Especially if a D&C was performed after a missed abortion, there is a risk of uterine lining damage and stagnant blood occurrence, so proper management for uterine recovery is important.

Q. Can habitual miscarriage be treated with Korean medicine? A. Yes, Korean medicine finds the cause of habitual miscarriage in the overall imbalance of the body and treats it through constitutional improvement, which can contribute to increasing the pregnancy maintenance rate. We help improve the uterine environment and smooth the circulation of Qi and blood through herbal medicine, acupuncture, and moxibustion treatments.

Q. Why is postpartum-like care important after a miscarriage, and how should it be done? A. Miscarriage puts as much burden on the body as childbirth, so more meticulous care than postpartum care is required. It is important to remove stagnant blood from the uterus through herbal medicine after a miscarriage, regenerate the damaged uterine lining, and replenish the depleted Qi and blood to create a healthy body for the next pregnancy.

The anxiety of "Is it habitual miscarriage because it happened twice in a row?" is not a problem that can be solved by just enduring. You no longer have to ignore the signals your body has been sending for a long time. If you approach in the right direction, the body responds faster than you think. Bring your symptoms exactly as they are. At Dalimchae Korean Medicine Clinic Songdo Branch, we will find the cause together.

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This article is health information compiled by Dalimchae medical staff based on questions frequently received in the treatment room. Medical Supervision | Women's/Pregnancy Medical Standards, Dalimchae Clinic Songdo Branch, Korean Medicine Doctor Oh Hyun-min (Repeated Miscarriage Column)