
The Early Pregnancy Assessment Unit is part of the Gynaecology Assessment Unit, which offers help and support for those experiencing problems in early pregnancy up to 16 weeks.
People can self-refer to the unit by contacting 01924 541135 or through their GP, midwife, hospital doctor, Emergency Department staff if they have:
Once you have been referred you will be contacted by a member of staff who will initially offer a triage assessment over the phone. If an appointment is necessary you will be offered a time to attend the unit for an ultrasound scan or to be assessed by the doctor.
Following the scan:
Miscarriage
Miscarriage is the most common type of pregnancy loss. For many people who experience miscarriage it isn’t just a physical loss, but the loss of hopes and dreams for the future.
We appreciate that this is a very difficult and painful time, this leaflet aims to answer some of the many questions you will have about what has happened.
This video animation tells the story of one couple’s experience of miscarriage. It has been created to raise awareness and help others to see that what they are going through is completely normal.
Visit the Miscarriage Association website which has a wide range of information as well as the different ways you can access support.
In some miscarriages the uterus (womb) empties itself completely. But in others an ultrasound scan shows that the baby has died or not developed but has not yet been miscarried.
This leaflet describes the different ways these kinds of miscarriages can be managed and what you might expect for each option.
In some cases additional treatment is needed such as:
An early pregnancy loss can be a deeply distressing experience – both physically and emotionally and we want to ensure that you are able to access the support you need during this difficult time. Patients who are experiencing a loss are given contact numbers and information on how to obtain support from the Miscarriage Association. If counselling is required then people are signposted to Charlie’s Angels for further support.
Once you have been discharged from our care you can still contact us if you have any questions or problems.
For many people who have experienced pregnancy loss, finding out they are pregnant again can bring with it a mixture of hope and fear, along with a range of other feelings.
You might find it helpful to talk to your GP, midwife or early pregnancy staff if you are feeling anxious.
The miscarriage association have put together a collection of stories about experiences of pregnancy after loss.
Carole Johnston / Nicky Hewitt, Clinical Nurse Specialists for early pregnancy: 01924 541123
Gynaecology assessment unit: 01924 541135