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Threatened Miscarriage
WHAT YOU SHOULD
KNOW
Bleeding during the first 20 weeks of pregnancy is called
a threatened miscarriage or threatened abortion. Although there
is a chance you could lose the pregnancy, it is not certain to
happen. Most women who have vaginal bleeding or spotting during
early pregnancy have healthy babies.
Causes
Some pregnant women bleed around
the usual time of their monthly period. Bleeding after having
sex could be the result of an irritation on the cervix (bottom
part of uterus). Often, no reason for spotting or bleeding can
be discovered.
Signs/Symptoms
Bleeding is the most common sign
of a threatened miscarriage. A low backache or cramps in the
belly are other signs.
Care
Your cervix will be checked to
see if it is closed, starting to open, or open. Your doctor
will do a pelvic exam (also called an ""internal'') to check
the size and shape of your uterus (womb). You may have
an ultrasound. It is a painless test done while lying down. A
dab of a jelly-like lotion is placed on your belly. The person
doing the test will gently move a small handle through the
lotion and across the skin, viewing a TV-like screen attached
to the handle.
You will need to rest and avoid sex for several days.
This will not prevent a miscarriage, but it may reduce your
bleeding and pain. There are no medicines that will stop the
bleeding and cramping.
WHAT YOU SHOULD DO
Call Your doctor If...
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Your bleeding and cramping get worse. You should not
have to use more than one pad each
hour.
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You feel weak or faint.
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You have chills or a high
temperature.
Seek Care Immediately If...
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You pass large clots or other material that looks
like tissue. Save the tissue in a clean container or
plastic bag. Bring it with you when you come to be
checked.
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