Spotting During Pregnancy
The spotting is often a sign of implantation i.e. the fertilized egg attaching to the lining of uterus. Usually it lasts for a day or two.
I missed my period, but there was some spotting. Am I pregnant?
The answer to this question can normally be determined through a pregnancy test. It is certainly possible that you may be a few days late for your period, but in case of any doubt, visit your nearest lab center or hospital, and get your doubt clarified by means of a Urine Pregnancy Test. Labs generally examine urine passed by you, and will give you your results within around half an hour itself. You could also find out if your pharmacy stocks home pregnancy tests, and can check whether you are pregnant at home. However, this test is generally an accurate indicator only if you take it a few days to a week after your missed period.
Few of the causes for spotting during pregnancy
Cervical changes- this is also a normal kind of bleeding. During pregnancy there is an increase in the blood supply and blood flow to the cervix, therefore many may go through light spotting after a sexual intercourse or any contact to this area. Some cervical infections also may cause bleeding in early pregnancy.
Miscarriage or Ectopic Pregnancy
Spotting during pregnancy especially as the early signs is possibly due to something related to miscarriage or an ectopic pregnancy, particularly if accompanied by abdominal pains or any cramps. There are of course other symptoms of both of such complications, and one should have knowledge in order to concerned bout the health of the growing infant.
Placental Problems or Premature Labor
Spotting or bleeding during the 2nd or 3rd trimester of the pregnancy might be a sign of a complication as mentioned below:
- Condition related to Placenta previa
- Condition related to Placental abruption
- Any kind of late miscarriage
- Premature labor
Normal Labor
There might be a mucus discharge, which is tinged with blood after 37th week is most likely just a sign that the mucus plug might have dislodged and the cervix has begun to soften or dilate in preparation for delivering the baby. The pregnant woman should still report any other bleedings or spotting at that point to her midwife or obstetrician.
Unknown Causes
In some of the cases, the cause of the spotting during pregnancy remains a mystery. There have been many cases wherein the women have had bleeding or spotting during pregnancy, and ended in the full term and having healthy babies.
