It happens when you have a few drops of blood on your underwear. Bleeding is when the blood flow is heavier, enough that you need a panty liner or pad to keep the blood from soaking your underwear and clothes. Call your health care provider if you have any kind of bleeding during pregnancy and do these things:.
Call your health care provider right away at any time during pregnancy or go to the emergency room if you have:. Bleeding or spotting in the first trimester may not be a problem. It can be caused by:. Your treatment depends on what caused your bleeding.
You may need a medical exam and tests. Most of the time, treatment for bleeding or spotting is rest. Your provider may also suggest treatments like:. Get expert tips and resources from March of Dimes and CDC to increase your chance of having a healthy, fully-term pregnancy and baby. Sign up for our emails to receive great health information and join us in the fight for the health of moms and babies. March of Dimes leads the fight for the health of all moms and babies. We support research, lead programs and provide education and advocacy so that every family can have the best possible start.
Building on a successful year legacy, we support every pregnant person and every family. March of Dimes, a not-for-profit, section c 3. Privacy, Terms, and Notices , Cookie Settings. Register Sign In. Hi Your dashboard sign out. Need help? Frequently asked questions Contact us. Baby Caring for your baby Feeding your baby. The baby can lose a life-threatening amount of blood. To work out what is causing the bleeding, you may need to have a vaginal or pelvic examination, an ultrasound scan or blood tests to check your hormone levels.
Your doctor will also ask you about other symptoms, such as cramp, pain and dizziness. Sometimes it might not be possible to find out what caused the bleeding. If your symptoms are not severe and your baby is not due for a while, you'll be monitored and, in some cases, kept in hospital for observation. How long you need to stay in hospital depends on the cause of the bleeding and how many weeks pregnant you are. Being in hospital allows staff to keep an eye on you and your baby, so they can act quickly if there are further problems.
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Vaginal bleeding. Urgent advice: Call your midwife or GP immediately if:. If you experience bleeding or pain in early pregnancy, seek immediate emergency medical advice. You may have to go to the emergency department at King Edward Memorial Hospital. It is recommended women experiencing symptoms of a miscarriage go to the emergency department at King Edward Memorial Hospital, if this is possible.
If you have minimal blood loss and are not in severe pain, you will be assessed as a non-emergency patient and you may be referred to the Early Pregnancy Assessment Service EPAS clinic at King Edward Memorial Hospital. If you previously had an ultrasound that confirmed your pregnancy is in your uterus, the bleeding you are experiencing will not be due to ectopic pregnancy.
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Readers should note that over time currency and completeness of the information may change. All users should seek advice from a qualified healthcare professional for a diagnosis and answers to their medical questions. An example of a pregnancy complication is preterm labor. Ectopic Pregnancy: A pregnancy in a place other than the uterus, usually in one of the fallopian tubes.
Egg: The female reproductive cell made in and released from the ovaries. Also called the ovum. Fallopian Tubes: Tubes through which an egg travels from the ovary to the uterus. Pap Test: A test in which cells are taken from the cervix or vagina to look for signs of cancer. Placenta: An organ that provides nutrients to and takes waste away from the fetus. Placenta Accreta: A condition in which part or all of the placenta attaches abnormally to the uterus.
Placental Abruption: A condition in which the placenta has begun to separate from the uterus before the fetus is born. Placenta Previa: A condition in which the placenta covers the opening of the uterus.
Sexual Intercourse: The act of the penis of the male entering the vagina of the female. Ultrasound Exam: A test in which sound waves are used to examine inner parts of the body.
During pregnancy, ultrasound can be used to check the fetus. Uterus: A muscular organ in the female pelvis. During pregnancy, this organ holds and nourishes the fetus. Also called the womb. Copyright by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. All rights reserved. Read copyright and permissions information. This information is designed as an educational aid for the public. It offers current information and opinions related to women's health. It is not intended as a statement of the standard of care.
It does not explain all of the proper treatments or methods of care. It is not a substitute for the advice of a physician. Frequently Asked Questions Expand All Does bleeding during pregnancy always mean that there is a problem?
Several problems with the placenta later in pregnancy can cause bleeding: Placental abruption —In placental abruption, the placenta detaches from the wall of the uterus before or during birth.
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