What if I spot or bleed during early pregnancy (be
It’s common to have some degree of vaginal bleeding in early pregnancy.
It doesn’t always signal a miscarriage but if it’s accompanied by lower abdominal pain, much like period pain, and backache, it should be checked by your OB-GYN or nurse-midwife to rule out anything more serious, such as an ectopic pregnancy.
If you experience bleeding you’ll likely have an ultrasound, an internal examination or a blood test to measure levels of the pregnancy hormone human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG). For most women there’s no obvious cause for the bleeding and no treatment is necessary. The pregnancy usually carries on as normal.
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The information in this feature is intended for educational purposes only. If you have any concerns about your health, the health of your child or the health of someone you know, please consult with a doctor or other healthcare professional.
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