Lisa
I just want to state it is not the case. I was just wondering what is the cause for some women to continue getting their periods during pregnancy. Bleeding that is Not related to miscarriage.
Thank you :)
Answer
Bleeding during pregnancy is relatively common, with around 1 in 10 women experiencing some bleeding.
However, if you have bleeding at any stage during your pregnancy, you should always contact your midwife or GP immediately. It is not often caused by something serious, but it is very important to make sure. Lie down and rest until you can see a healthcare professional, and do not take any medication while you are waiting.
In early pregnancy, you might get some light bleeding, called 'spotting', when the foetus plants itself into the wall of your womb. This is also known as implantation bleeding, and often happens around the time that your first period after conception would have been due.
During the first three months of pregnancy, vaginal bleeding can be a sign of miscarriage or ectopic pregnancy (when the foetus starts to grow inside your fallopian tubes instead of your womb). Most miscarriages occur during the first twelve weeks of pregnancy, and sadly, most cannot be prevented. Ectopic pregnancies are much less common than miscarriages, and only affect approximately one in 100 pregnancies.
In the later stages of pregnancy, vaginal bleeding can have many different causes. Some of the more common causes are listed below.
Cervical ectropion - this is where there are harmless changes in the neck of the womb (cervix). Cervical ectropion is the most common cause of bleeding during the later stages of pregnancy.
A 'show' - this occurs when a plug of mucus from the cervix comes away just before labour. It can look like a lump of discharge and may be blood-stained, and if it happens before you are due to give birth, it might be a sign of early labour.
Placental abruption - this is a serious condition in which the placenta starts to come away from the inside of the womb wall. Placental abruption usually causes stomach pain, even if there is no bleeding. If it happens close to your baby's due date, your baby may be delivered early.
Placenta praevia - this occurs when the placenta lies low in the womb, partially or completely blocking the baby's path to the cervix. The placenta usually moves gradually upwards during pregnancy, but if it is still low when the baby is due to be born, you might need to have a caesarean section.
Miscarriage - vaginal bleeding in the later stages of pregnancy can also be a sign of a miscarriage. However, a miscarriage is very uncommon after the third month of pregnancy.
To work out what is causing bleeding, you may need to have a vaginal or pelvic examination, an ultrasound scan, or blood tests to check your hormone levels.
Your doctor will also ask you about other symptoms, such as cramp, pain, and dizziness, and what foods, medication and exercise you have been taking recently.
If your symptoms are not severe and your baby is not due for a while, you will be monitored and, in some cases, kept in hospital for observation. You might have to stay in overnight, or until the birth, depending on the cause of the bleeding and how far you are into your pregnancy. This will enable staff to keep an eye on you and your baby so that they can act quickly if there are any further problems.
Bleeding during pregnancy is relatively common, with around 1 in 10 women experiencing some bleeding.
However, if you have bleeding at any stage during your pregnancy, you should always contact your midwife or GP immediately. It is not often caused by something serious, but it is very important to make sure. Lie down and rest until you can see a healthcare professional, and do not take any medication while you are waiting.
In early pregnancy, you might get some light bleeding, called 'spotting', when the foetus plants itself into the wall of your womb. This is also known as implantation bleeding, and often happens around the time that your first period after conception would have been due.
During the first three months of pregnancy, vaginal bleeding can be a sign of miscarriage or ectopic pregnancy (when the foetus starts to grow inside your fallopian tubes instead of your womb). Most miscarriages occur during the first twelve weeks of pregnancy, and sadly, most cannot be prevented. Ectopic pregnancies are much less common than miscarriages, and only affect approximately one in 100 pregnancies.
In the later stages of pregnancy, vaginal bleeding can have many different causes. Some of the more common causes are listed below.
Cervical ectropion - this is where there are harmless changes in the neck of the womb (cervix). Cervical ectropion is the most common cause of bleeding during the later stages of pregnancy.
A 'show' - this occurs when a plug of mucus from the cervix comes away just before labour. It can look like a lump of discharge and may be blood-stained, and if it happens before you are due to give birth, it might be a sign of early labour.
Placental abruption - this is a serious condition in which the placenta starts to come away from the inside of the womb wall. Placental abruption usually causes stomach pain, even if there is no bleeding. If it happens close to your baby's due date, your baby may be delivered early.
Placenta praevia - this occurs when the placenta lies low in the womb, partially or completely blocking the baby's path to the cervix. The placenta usually moves gradually upwards during pregnancy, but if it is still low when the baby is due to be born, you might need to have a caesarean section.
Miscarriage - vaginal bleeding in the later stages of pregnancy can also be a sign of a miscarriage. However, a miscarriage is very uncommon after the third month of pregnancy.
To work out what is causing bleeding, you may need to have a vaginal or pelvic examination, an ultrasound scan, or blood tests to check your hormone levels.
Your doctor will also ask you about other symptoms, such as cramp, pain, and dizziness, and what foods, medication and exercise you have been taking recently.
If your symptoms are not severe and your baby is not due for a while, you will be monitored and, in some cases, kept in hospital for observation. You might have to stay in overnight, or until the birth, depending on the cause of the bleeding and how far you are into your pregnancy. This will enable staff to keep an eye on you and your baby so that they can act quickly if there are any further problems.
Period during pregnancy?
Bronze Bea
okay so I hadnt had sex in over a year but me & my ex got back togetherback in august. the first time we hadintercourse was onthe 5th & 6th ofthis month & we didn't use a condom.. just last sunday I was at work. I work at a fast food place making the shakes so i'm back there withallthe food. I startedtogetkinda hot so I went to the back to chill & I seen this girl eating a sandwhich. as soon as I smelled it, I threw up.. I HAVENT GOTTEN SICK SINCETHE 3RD GRADE!!& anytime I smelt food I almost gagged.. but THEN my period came so I thought, I cant be pregnant.my period wasn't AS heavy as it usually was but I was just happy it wasn't.. then on monday, I felt the same but it wasn't as bad so I could take it. then on tuesday, I was at work & I passed out. the firstthing they asked me was "couldyou be pregnant"my grandma asked me the same thing.. then my period ended maybe like a couple days sooner then usual, on friday. but then me & the same person messed around this past saturday & I started bleeding but it was likea watery bleeding& itwas onlyfora few mins & it never came back so then I thoughtitwas myperiodso i'mnot pregnant.. then my aunt & my OTHER gma came to see me & I told them what hhappened & they said that I might be pregnant.. then I talked to my mom & the first thing she asked was "are you pregnant?" & I told her I was on my period & she said with me she was on hers the whole 9 months & so I couldstill be pregnant.. they got me freaked out.. other things I've noticed mynipplesgotbigger.this never happens. my boobs are still big & hurt. itusuallystopswhenI startmyperiod.. I tried to explain as best as I could..
so I guess my main question is, can you be pregnant & still have your period? also, what other signs do you get in the early stage
Answer
Cos you had sex on the 5/6 of this month you would have still got this period anyway. They usually say your pregnant 4 weeks after you had intercause although your 4 weeks. Because it's light and you feel sick around foods chances are you could be. I was like that with my first and then my next period didn't come, so it's really a waiting game. There also is a chance of having a period throughout. Everyone is different. Good luck
Cos you had sex on the 5/6 of this month you would have still got this period anyway. They usually say your pregnant 4 weeks after you had intercause although your 4 weeks. Because it's light and you feel sick around foods chances are you could be. I was like that with my first and then my next period didn't come, so it's really a waiting game. There also is a chance of having a period throughout. Everyone is different. Good luck
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