Cervical mucus plug leakage during mid-pregnancy

A woman's body will undergo many changes after she becomes pregnant. In the middle of pregnancy, sometimes the cervical mucus plug will flow out. This phenomenon is because the vaginal secretions of a woman will increase and become viscous after she becomes pregnant. The secretions have the effect of killing viruses and bacteria and protecting the uterus, so suppositories will be formed to block the cervical opening and prevent bacterial invasion. When the secretions become thin, the cervical mucus plug will sometimes flow out with the secretions.

After pregnancy, a woman's body functions will change completely, and female hormones will take over the entire body, so it is normal to have excessive vaginal secretions during pregnancy. However, pregnant mothers should always pay attention to whether their leucorrhea is normal. If symptoms such as abnormal leucorrhea or vulvar itching occur, seek medical attention in time. So what happens when the cervical mucus plug leaks during the second trimester of pregnancy?

What is the cause of cervical mucus plug leakage during mid-pregnancy?

Cervical mucus plug is a very sticky, colorless or yellow, transparent thick liquid secreted from the cervix. It is a special protective substance produced by people during pregnancy. When a woman is pregnant, the cervix will become softer and longer. The mucus plug is secreted to block the uterine opening, which is the cervical opening. Otherwise, bacteria will enter the uterus and affect the normal development of the fetus. Especially after an abortion, the cervical plug will still be secreted, and then it will gradually dilute and flow out.

How to prevent gynecological diseases during pregnancy

1. Avoid using public items: Pregnant women’s personal items must be separated from those of others and must not be mixed to avoid cross infection. They should also avoid using public toilets to prevent bacterial infection in public places.

2. Regular prenatal check-ups: Understand the health status and development of the fetus at each stage. Regular prenatal check-ups can help mothers detect abnormalities and deal with them in a timely manner, which is very beneficial for women to prevent and treat gynecological diseases.

3. Arrange sex life scientifically: Sexual intercourse should be prohibited in the early and late stages of pregnancy, and should not be too frequent in the middle stage of pregnancy. In addition, both husband and wife need to clean the vulva before and after sex to prevent reproductive tract bacterial infection caused by sex.

4. Develop good living habits: Pregnant women should not ignore personal hygiene because of their heavy bodies. On the contrary, for their own health, pregnant women need to change their underwear and wash their vulva every day, keeping the vulva clean and dry to prevent bacterial growth.