Is it possible to have a miscarriage at 5 months?

Spontaneous abortion is the medical term for miscarriage. If pregnancy loss occurs before 20 weeks, it is considered spontaneous abortion; so, to answer your question, yes, it can occur at 5 months. If it occurs after the 20th week, it is considered a preterm birth or, if the fetus is born dead, a stillbirth. read more

The fifth month of pregnancy covers the 17th to the 20th week. Contrary to what many people believe, it is possible to have a miscarriage at 5 months pregnant, even though the chances are very low. Most miscarriages occur within the first three months, or the first 12 weeks of pregnancy. read more

Human body is a complex abode. Unfortunately, scientists have been unable to provide any proper explanation behind a miscarriage, If no external forces have acted. It is sad, especially when you have crossed the “three months safe period” to experience a miscarriage. read more