About the Author
Lau Suat Hoon
TCM Practitioner
How TCM Manages High-Risk Pregnancy: Case Study of a 40-Year-Old with Multiple Past Miscarriages
When Pregnancy Is Classified as “High Risk”
High-risk pregnancy is a term many women fear—especially those over 35, with a history of recurrent miscarriages, failed IVF attempts, immune imbalance, or chronic conditions such as hypertension.
For many, pregnancy does not fail suddenly—it fails repeatedly, often at the same early stage, leaving couples emotionally exhausted and uncertain about their next step.
This case study highlights how Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) manages high-risk pregnancy not by chance, but through systematic, individualized intervention—making positive outcomes more predictable, even in complex cases.
A Case Study of Recurrent Miscarriage in High-Risk Pregnancy (Ms. Chai, 40)
The patient, a 40-year-old woman, had a long history of reproductive challenges:
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Recurrent miscarriages occurring every 6–8 weeks
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Multiple uterine procedures following pregnancy loss
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Symptoms in every pregnancy including back pain, bleeding, and uterine contractions
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Diagnosed as a high-risk pregnancy due to age, medical history, and immune-related factors
After consistent TCM-based regulation, the patient conceived naturally despite previous IVF failure. At the time of reporting, the pregnancy had advanced safely into the third trimester. This outcome reflects not coincidence, but physiological readiness achieved through targeted and individualized intervention.
Why TCM Is Particularly Effective for High-Risk Pregnancy
Through a staged and individualized approach, TCM aims to improve uterine blood flow and endometrial receptivity, regulate immune overactivity commonly associated with recurrent pregnancy loss, reduce uterine irritability and contractions, and strengthen the body’s ability to sustain a pregnancy.
Importantly, treatment evolves according to each reproductive stage—from pre-conception conditioning to early pregnancy stabilization and ongoing prenatal support. This adaptability is critical in the management of high-risk pregnancies.
Acupuncture
By stimulating key points, acupuncture improves blood flow to reproductive organs, regulates hormones, reduces stress, and supports overall sperm health.
Herbal Prescription
Customized herbal prescriptions are formulated to enhance sperm count, motility, and vitality. Unlike generic supplements, these formulas are tailored to each individual’s body condition.