What could be going on?

Question

At 5 weeks 5 days I started bleeding and cramping, but not nearly as heavy as I have with 2 previous miscarriages. It is heavier than spotting, but lighter than a full bleed. 
I had my HCG tested at 5 weeks 2 days and it was 4292, my HCG at 5 weeks 6 days (1 day after bleeding started) and it was 5498. Is it possible that this isn’t a miscarriage since the numbers increased? I am still waiting to hear back from my OB’s office

Answer

Could be a subchronic hematoma. They're more common than people think & are typically the cause of period like bleeding in a healthy pregnancy with no other complications. I'd ask for an ultrasound as of course molar pregnancy & ectopic are also possible & can cause bleeding with rising hcg but not a viable pregnancy

What could be going on?

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