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Bleeding During Pregnancy

Tuesday, September 22nd, 2009

Vaginal bleeding is rather common during the initial 12 weeks (first trimester) of pregnancy. While vaginal bleeding during this period does not necessarily mean a miscarriage but any sort of bleeding should be reported to the doctor as maximum miscarriages occur in the first trimester of pregnancy. About 50 percent pregnant women experiencing vaginal bleeding in this phase will not have a miscarriage.

If anything resembling foetal tissue is passed, it should be ensured that a doctor is consulted immediately. Miscarriage maybe considered a natural process which deals with abnormalities even though a miscarriage is not avoidable. It has never been proved if exercise and sex can cause miscarriage. As a matter of fact regular exercise ensures that when a woman finally goes into labour, the woman is at ease if the exercise is carried out continuously during the pregnancy. It should always be checked with your doctor before one takes on any exercise program.

Ectopic pregnancy is another major cause of bleeding. This happens when the fertilized egg gets implanted in one of the fallopian tubes. This is referred to as a “tubal pregnancy.” Ectopic pregnancy takes place in about 1 in 60 pregnancies and is therefore much less common than a miscarriage. Molar pregnancy is another extremely rare cause leading to vaginal bleeding during early pregnancy. This occurs when abnormal tissue instead of the embryo grows. While this may be referred to as a mole but is commonly known as gestational trophoblastic disease or GTD.

Cervical growth or an inflamed cervix often results in vaginal bleeding during late pregnancy. This is a serious risk to the mother or the baby and should follow immediate hospitalization. A problem with the placenta is often the cause of heavy vaginal bleeding during later phase of pregnancy. Placenta previa and placental abruption are two most common problems indicated by this.

If the placenta is lying low, it may cover all or some of the cervix and this affects approximately one in two hundred pregnancies. A lot of women experience placenta previa during early pregnancy, it moves before labour occurs in most cases. A cesarean section is scheduled if a women still has placenta previa even in the last weeks of pregnancy. If before labour occurs, placenta previa is present and not diagnosed then there is a serious risk for both the mother and the babyputting both at a risk of death in this situation. During late pregnancy, vaginal bleeding during the initaial sign of placenta previa.

Back Pain – One Of The Most Common Symptoms Of Early Pregnancy

Monday, May 25th, 2009

Many expectant mothers are surprised with the number of symptoms that they might experience early in their pregnancies. One of the most common symptoms of early pregnancy is back pain. Women can experience this problem long before the stomach begins to expand. Many times, back pain in early pregnancy can cause alarm for the expectant mother. But this symptom is usually perfectly normal, and not a sign that something is wrong. There are a number of reasons that a woman might have back pain in early pregnancy and a number of safe remedies too.

The most common cause of back pain in early pregnancy is due to stretching of the ligaments around the abdominal area .This stretching helps to prepare the area for the growth that is to come, and is a perfectly natural part of the pregnancy process. Aother important cause for back pain in early pregnancy can also due to urinary tract infection, which is a common occurrence during pregnancy. So if you experience any type of back pain early in your pregnancy, it is better to consult your doctor.

To prevent and treat back pain in early pregnancy, One of the best ways is through exercise. There are a number of simple stretching and strengthening exercises that you can do to relieve lower back pain and to prevent back problems as the pregnancy progresses. Other effective ways of treating back pain during early pregnancy include watching your posture to ensure that you are sitting and standing straight, and getting plenty of rest.

There are medications that can be taken to relieve back pain during early pregnancy with consent of the doctor. With the proper care and treatment, back pain in early pregnancy does not have to put a damper on this very special time of life. Talk to your doctor today about the best way to treat your back pain during your pregnancy. You will be glad you did.