Bleeding after a miscarriage typically lasts from a few days up to about 2 to 6 weeks, depending on the individual and the type of miscarriage.
- The heaviest bleeding usually occurs over a period of 3 to 5 hours once the miscarriage process starts, during which most tissue is passed
. After this, lighter bleeding or spotting can continue for 1 to 2 weeks, and sometimes up to 4 to 6 weeks
- Some sources note that bleeding similar to a heavy period with cramping can last up to 3 weeks
. The bleeding gradually reduces over 7 to 10 days after the miscarriage but may continue as light spotting beyond that
- In cases of expectant management (allowing the body to pass tissue naturally), bleeding and cramping usually begin within a few days and tissue is often passed within 2 weeks, though it can take longer
- If bleeding continues heavily beyond 2 weeks or if tissue remains in the uterus, medical intervention such as medication or a D&C procedure may be recommended to complete the miscarriage process
- Many women experience pain and bleeding similar to a period, which usually stops within two weeks, but some report bleeding on and off for up to 3 weeks or more
In summary, bleeding after a miscarriage can vary but generally lasts from a few days of heavy bleeding followed by light spotting for up to 4 to 6 weeks. If bleeding is very heavy, prolonged beyond 2 weeks, or accompanied by severe pain or fever, medical advice should be sought to rule out complications
