Is Bleeding Or Spotting During Pregnancy Normal?
Vaginal hemorrhage during pregnancy should be treated with precaution at whatever stage of the pregnancy. It is therefore important that you seek the advice of your healthcare provider whenever you spot bleeding. You also need to note that the bleeding in conformed pregnancy is not associated with menstrual bleeding. The first trimester is usually accompanied with bleeding of a fluid that may be brownish or pink in color. These are usually as a result of the womb getting rid of remains of the fertilized egg and the discharge of unfertilized sperms. This is common and is reported in 20 to 30% of the pregnancies. If bleeding with a discharge of any colors occur in the second and third trimester, it is abnormal and emergency medical care may be required. It may indicate death of the fetus or poor placement in the womb. The following precautions and/ or treatment will need to be administered depending on the cause: 1. Complete bed rest: This is often the first step in managing spotting dur
