Pregnancy is a very complex period for a woman, both psychologically and biologically. After the pregnancy diagnosis, the woman rearranges her lifestyle for a period of 40 weeks.
Continuing the pregnancy follow-up in a qualified manner, paying attention to the nutrition routine, not compromising the necessary vitamin and mineral supplements, as well as preventing all risk factors that may occur during the pregnancy. and directly affects the health of the baby. Experiencing bleeding during pregnancy is an unexpected and frightening situation for all expectant mothers. The cause of bleeding during this period must be investigated and necessary precautions must be taken.
The amount of bleeding during pregnancy, the time when bleeding occurs and other symptoms must be evaluated by the doctor who is monitoring the pregnancy.
During Pregnancy. Bleedings
Implantation Bleeding: This type of bleeding occurs during the implantation of the fertilized egg into the uterus. Implantation bleeding, which is usually seen as spotting, can last 2 to 3 days. Although it does not resemble menstrual bleeding, it is light in color. It is considered normal during pregnancy.
Progressive Bleeding: It is seen in the early stages of pregnancy. Progressive bleeding, which is considered normal; The hormones that are suppressed when pregnancy begins cause bleeding during the menstrual cycle. In general, bleeding that occurs without any pain or suffering does not pose any danger to the baby.
Cervical Bleeding: Bleeding that occurs as a result of increased blood flow in the cervix during pregnancy and therefore irritation of the area. It can occur especially after sexual intercourse during pregnancy, and a doctor should be consulted against the risk of any infectious disease.
Bleeding Due to Ectopic Pregnancy: Positioning of the fertilized egg outside the uterus is defined as ectopic pregnancy. For this reason, bleeding is accompanied by cramps and dizziness. It is necessary to consult a doctor urgently in this type of bleeding that puts the woman's life at risk.
Bleeding Due to Miscarriage Risk: These are bleedings that usually occur with cramps and are the same. Blood clots also occur. Bleeding that poses a risk of miscarriage may sometimes be accompanied by fever and chills. When these symptoms occur, a doctor should be consulted.
Bleeding Due to Molar Pregnancy: Bleeding caused by molar pregnancy rarely causes bleeding that usually occurs in the early pregnancy period. If the placenta formation does not occur in a healthy way and a grape bunch-shaped tissue emerges, it is defined as a molar pregnancy.
Bleeding caused by the placenta: If the placenta settles to cover the mouth of the canal, it is called placenta previa (the condition of the partner being in the front). During pregnancy, bleeding may sometimes occur due to uterine contractions. Since the placenta covers the cervix, normal vaginal birth is not possible. In case of bleeding, a doctor should be consulted immediately.
Placental abruption (the separation of the placenta from the uterine wall before the birth of the baby) is a condition that requires urgent intervention, otherwise it puts the life of the mother and baby at risk.
During pregnancy. Evaluation and control of any bleeding must be carried out by a specialist doctor. Otherwise, the health of the baby and the expectant mother may face some risks.
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