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Discharge During Pregnancy: What is Normal and What is Not?
As our bodies continue to grow and change with our pregnancies, there are a lot of worries that come to mind. There are also a lot of, dare I say, "disgusting" aspects of pregnancy that can be hard to talk about with other people. Discharge during pregnancy is one of those disgusting things! Isn't it nice to be able to come online and find information without having to ask our mothers'? There are three types of discharge during pregnancy that is common enough to warrant an explanation.
* Blood
Bleeding during early pregnancy can be very scary, in fact, bleeding is scary in general, pregnant or not. Any bleeding during the first trimester is a reason to call your doctor as it can definitely mean trouble. However the most common type of bloody discharge during pregnancy comes after sex. I hear this question all the time and the answer is always the same, "Yes it's normal!" Your cervix is very temperamental during pregnancy and sexual activity can cause some light bleeding or pink discharge.
You should be sure and give the doctor a call if:
*You have bleeding in the first trimester
*You have cramping or contractions
*If you have bleeding that soaks more than one pad per hour.
*If you have moderate to heavy bleeding that lasts more than 24 hours.
*Yeast Infections
Even if you have had a yeast infection before pregnancy, it is a new ball game now that there is a baby inside you! A normal yeast infection will cause a thick, white or yellow, foul smelling discharge during pregnancy. Another symptom of a yeast infection is itching or burning of the labia and/or vagina. You CAN use a yeast infection medication such as Monistat to treat this common pregnancy condition.
It is important to note however, that there is a chance that you may have a more serious condition in which the symptoms mimic those of a yeast infection. Therefore, it is important that you talk to your doctor no matter how confident you are that you have a yeast infection.
Clear to Pink Discharge
This is the most important kind of discharge to take note of during pregnancy as it could be the most troublesome. Anytime during pregnancy, but especially during the third trimester, a clear, pinkish fluid could be amniotic fluid and could mean that you have a leak or a tear in your amniotic sack. This is a big deal girls. Call your doctor.
Fortunately when this clear, pinkish discharge during pregnancy occurs it isnt amniotic fluid, but instead, it is just a little urine. As humiliating as that might be, we are pregnant and yes, disgusting things happen, like urinating on yourself!
Call your doctor, however, if you see these signs, then you should head for the ER:
*Any blood that shows up with this kind of discharge
*Any pain or contractions, especially if they are in a pattern
Typically, you will see an increase in the amount of discharge during pregnancy. However, this discharge should look white and milky, have no or very mild odor, and be feel a lot like lotion. If your discharge is different than this, it is worth mentioning to your OB.
About the Author As a birth coach, Amanda Garrett has helped a lot of mother's through their pregnancy and birth. As a blogger she can help to guide you through your own pregnancy. visit her blog to learn more about pregnancy development week by week.
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