Introduction: A spontaneous miscarriage is any failed intrauterine pregnancy that ends before the 20th week of gestation. In the case of a miscarriage after the 20th week of gestational age, it is considered stillbirth. Early pregnancy loss is a traumatic event for women and their families. A spontaneous miscarriage usually causes an intense period of emotional distress and concern. Purpose: The purpose of the thesis is to examine, based on a literature review and research results, the effects of miscarriage on a woman's physical and mental health, as well as the effects of miscarriage on attempts to conceive again. Methods: In the thesis, a descriptive or explanatory research method was used, based on the methods of analysis, compilation, and synthesis through a theoretical review of professional and scientific literature. Results: Based on a systematic review and analysis of the literature, it can be concluded that many women experience mental health issues after a miscarriage, such as sadness, anxiety, PTSD, depression, and thoughts of self-harm. Studies have shown that miscarriage can have various short-term and long-term effects on women's health, making it important to provide appropriate medical care and follow-up for women after a miscarriage. The results of the literature review indicate that miscarriage can leave significant physical and mental consequences that may negatively impact subsequent pregnancies. Discussion and conclusion: A miscarriage, as a natural termination of pregnancy, can result in a loss that is painful and can significantly affect a woman's physical and mental health, as well as her attempts to conceive again. It can be concluded that miscarriage is often a traumatic event that brings intense emotional distress and has profound and long-lasting psychological, physical, and socio-economic consequences for the woman and her family.
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