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Can Proteus Mirabilis Cause Miscarriage?

Can Proteus mirabilis cause miscarriages? I tested positive for uti during pregnancy. I had miscarriage. Autopsy was performed and in placenta they found small amounts of Proteus mirabilis. Is this what caused my miscarriage? All results concerning baby came back perfectly normal.
Fri, 24 Apr 2015
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Sorry for your loss. It is likely that if bacteria were found in the placenta, that it was the cause of the miscarriage. Any infection could potentially do this. The placenta normally should not have any bacteria present. Proteus mirabilis also can cause a very strong infection, and is often the cause of urinary infections. Hope this answers your question.
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Can Proteus Mirabilis Cause Miscarriage?

Sorry for your loss. It is likely that if bacteria were found in the placenta, that it was the cause of the miscarriage. Any infection could potentially do this. The placenta normally should not have any bacteria present. Proteus mirabilis also can cause a very strong infection, and is often the cause of urinary infections. Hope this answers your question.