What to do if a pregnant woman has spotting in the early stages

The biggest wish of every woman during pregnancy is that her baby can be healthy. The thing that pregnant women worry and fear the most during pregnancy is the symptom of spotting, because miscarriage usually causes such symptoms. Many women are often full of worries, and don’t know what the cause is and how to relieve it. Let’s learn about what to do if pregnant women spot in the early stages.

What to do if a pregnant woman has spotting in the early stages

Whether in the early stages of pregnancy or at any time during pregnancy, you should tell your doctor about any bleeding symptoms; usually, light bleeding is not considered a serious problem. However, if you experience spotting or fresh bleeding, especially if it is accompanied by abdominal pain or cramps, it is best to see a doctor right away, as this may be a sign of miscarriage or ectopic pregnancy. In late pregnancy, such bleeding symptoms may also mean that there is a problem with the placenta.

If vaginal bleeding occurs, seek medical attention as soon as possible. The doctor will first assess the amount of bleeding and measure blood pressure and pulse to determine whether immediate hospitalization is needed. The patient will then be asked some relevant information, such as the date of the last menstrual period, whether the menstrual period is regular, whether she has ever experienced morning sickness and breast tenderness and whether they still exist, and whether she has symptoms of lower abdominal pain. Then further physical examination will be carried out and a preliminary judgment will be made. If necessary, an ultrasound examination and blood test for serum levels of 'beta-human chorionic gonadotropin' (chorionic hormone for short) or progesterone will be arranged to help diagnose whether it is a normal intrauterine pregnancy, spontaneous abortion, ectopic pregnancy or hydatidiform mole.

Regarding the examination of chorionic villus, it is usually more valuable to compare the values ​​of two blood draws 48 hours apart. In patients with normal intrauterine pregnancy, the second value will usually be more than 66% higher than the first. If the increase is not enough or there is a decrease, it may be an ectopic pregnancy or incomplete abortion. At this time, uterine dilatation and curettage or laparoscopy should be arranged for further diagnosis.

With the development of vaginal ultrasound, its resolution has been greatly improved, which can help doctors detect intrauterine gestational sac earlier. If an intrauterine gestational sac is found, the chance of ectopic pregnancy at the same time is very low, about only one in forty thousand. If no gestational sac is found in the uterus and the human chorionic hormone is higher than 1500 IU/L, the possibility of ectopic pregnancy must be considered.

prevention

Do not wear high heels during pregnancy: because after a woman becomes pregnant, her foot muscles are insufficient and the weight of the body is mainly borne by the ligaments of the feet. Due to the softening of the ligaments, they cannot bear weight for a long time. Especially in the later stages of pregnancy, wearing high heels at this time is very unsafe and it is easy to fall. At the same time, it will make pregnant women more tired and cause increased pain in the lower limbs and back. Although wearing heelless flat shoes is safe, since the center of gravity falls on the heel, it is easy to cause heel pain and back pain if you stand or walk for a long time. Therefore, it is best to wear low-heeled shoes and wedge-heeled shoes with a heel of 2 to 3 cm.

Pregnant women should quit smoking and drinking: It is known that tobacco contains a variety of harmful substances, among which nicotine, tar, carbon monoxide, etc. are the most harmful to the human body. Nicotine in tobacco can increase the fetal heart rate[2] and reduce placental blood flow, affecting fetal development and causing malnutrition or deformities. Alcohol is even more taboo as it can cause fetal developmental delay, deformity or mental retardation. Therefore, you should avoid smoking and drinking before planning to conceive and during pregnancy.

Pay attention to radiation protection: Household appliances will have some radiation to a greater or lesser extent. For example, televisions, especially color TVs, emit radiation and microwaves when working for long periods of time, which can also have subtle effects on pregnant women and fetuses. Therefore, pregnant women must do a good job of radiation protection.

Don't drink tea: Because tea contains rich caffeine, drinking tea will increase the heart rate of pregnant women, increase renal blood flow, increase the burden on the heart and kidneys of pregnant women, and is not conducive to the healthy development of the fetus. Therefore, women should try not to drink tea during pregnancy.

Do not do strenuous exercise: Strenuous exercise during pregnancy can easily lead to accidents, and if you are not careful, it may cause miscarriage. Therefore, pregnant women should pay more attention when exercising, and walking is a good choice.

Use skin care products specially for pregnant women: Ordinary skin care products contain plant extracts and estrogen, which are very irritating to the baby and will affect the baby's normal development. Therefore, when women are pregnant, it is best to use skin care products specifically for pregnant women to avoid affecting the fetus.

The above is an introduction to what to do if a pregnant woman sees spotting in the early stages of pregnancy. After understanding it, we know that women’s immunity is particularly low in the early stages of pregnancy, and they are particularly prone to some early pregnancy reactions. However, in order to avoid spotting during this period, you must pay attention to getting more rest and pay attention to a balanced diet. In addition, you must do regular prenatal examinations and do not take medication blindly if you feel unwell.