Vaginal bleeding at 12 weeks of pregnancy

A woman's body is in a relatively important stage during pregnancy. Vaginal bleeding at 12 weeks of pregnancy may be caused by threatened abortion, which is relatively dangerous to the body. It is necessary to protect the fetus in time, do not exercise normally, need to stay in bed more, and must refrain from sexual intercourse. If there is heavy bleeding, it is a serious condition and needs to be treated in time.

Is vaginal bleeding during 12 weeks of pregnancy serious?

Is spotting dangerous at 12 weeks of pregnancy?

Generally speaking, vaginal bleeding at 12 weeks of pregnancy is more common in threatened abortion. It is recommended to follow the doctor's advice to carry out fetal preservation treatment. During the fetal preservation period, the patient should rest in bed (except for urination and defecation, try not to move around).

In addition, in addition to strictly prohibiting sexual intercourse, you should also maintain emotional stability, avoid tense environments, supplement with adequate nutrition, and take some vitamin E orally. If the embryo is normal and the cause of the miscarriage is eliminated after rest and treatment, the bleeding will stop and the pregnancy can continue.

Threatened abortion is manifested by irregular vaginal bleeding in early pregnancy, and vaginal bleeding may also occur due to inflammatory cervical erosion. It is recommended to have a timely gynecological examination to clarify the cause of bleeding, and to preserve the fetus or provide symptomatic treatment in a timely manner.

Generally, spotting occurs 24 hours before labor pains, but it may also occur repeatedly a few days before delivery or even a week before delivery. If there is only a light streak of blood and the amount is not large, the pregnant mother can stay at home to observe and pay attention not to overwork and avoid strenuous exercise. If you experience fresh bleeding, the amount of bleeding exceeds that during your menstrual period, or you experience abdominal pain, you should be hospitalized immediately. You can go to the hospital on your own, there is no need to call an ambulance.

Everyone's physiological conditions are different. Spotting is just a sign that labor pains are about to begin, and delivery will occur within 4 to 5 days. For those who have not had spotting before delivery, be sure to prepare diapers when going out. Especially for women who are giving birth for the first time, they will not give birth immediately after seeing blood, so they need to wait patiently.

Many women believe that they will have contractions immediately after they see blood. Because of the mental tension, they focus their attention completely on this, which leads to insomnia. The physical fatigue caused by lack of sleep will lead to decreased physical strength and lack of energy, which is very unfavorable for childbirth. Keep a good mood, wait actively and patiently, eat normally, ensure sleep, and maintain physical strength.

How to distinguish bleeding from spotting

1. Can it be stopped immediately?

If the bleeding does not stop within 1 to 2 days, you should go to the hospital for examination as soon as possible to see if it is caused by other reasons. Is it painful? If the pain is very severe, there may be special circumstances. Go to the hospital for examination immediately. If you cannot move, call an ambulance.

2. Is it sticky?

The blood that comes out during bloody show is mixed with mucus, while bleeding is not mixed with mucus.

3. Is the amount of bleeding heavy?

If the amount of bleeding is heavier than your period and you use more sanitary napkins than usual, you should contact the hospital immediately.