Recurrent Pregnancy Loss and Miscarriage with guest Dr. Dana McQueen

The Egg Whisperer Show

1 in 4 pregnancies end with miscarriage, and when someone has two or more clinical pregnancy losses, it is defined as recurrent pregnancy loss (RPL). Dr. Dana McQueen of University of Chicago (now at RMA San Francisco) joins the show to talk about the research they are doing to better understand RPL, it's causes, it's impact, and it's emotional toll. In this episode Dr. Aimee and Dr. McQueen discuss: - when chromosomal testing is recommended after RPL - what defines recurrent pregnancy loss - the workup recommended for RPL - the relationship of age and RPL - DNA fragmentation tests - removal of polyps or fibroids - IVF and RPL - the emotional and psychological impacts of RPL for patients Read the full show notes on Dr. Aimee's website.

Dr. Dana McQueen at RMA San Francisco

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