Molar Pregnancy

A molar pregnancy is indicated by an ultrasound showing an amniotic sac, but it does not show the presence of an embryo. Since there is no embryo developing, the pregnancy must be terminated or allowed to miscarry naturally.

Signs of a molar pregnancy:

  • Brownish discharge
  • Uterus larger than normal for a specific phase of pregnancy
  • May have severe morning sickness
  • No fetal heartbeat
  • High levels of HCG

Treatment of a molar pregnancy:

Generally a D&C is performed for molar pregnancies. This procedure is performed by dilating the cervix and removing the material in the uterus. Some doctors prefer to have the patient wait and miscarry naturally. If a miscarriage does not occur, the doctor will then perform a D & C.

When to try to conceive again and precautions to take:

It is recommended that you wait one to two years after having a molar pregnancy to prevent reoccurrence. Conceiving before this time period after a molar pregnancy may lead to repeated molar pregnancies.

When you decide to conceive again, you may want to increase your diet of animal proteins and vitamin A. There have been studies, that indicate low levels of animal protein and vitamin A in a daily diet, may lead to molar pregnancies.
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