Just be sure to call your healthcare provider right away. They may ask you questions like these to help find the cause of your bleeding:.
Bleeding will often stop as quickly as it began. Your pregnancy may go on a normal path again. You may need to make a few extra prenatal visits. But you and your baby will most likely be fine. All rights reserved. This information is not intended as a substitute for professional medical care. Always follow your healthcare professional's instructions. Skip to Content. Urgent Care. Mental Health. More Button Icon Circle with three vertical dots.
It indicates a way to see more nav menu items inside the site menu by triggering the side menu to open and close. Tabitha Britt. This article was medically reviewed by Jason R. Our stories are reviewed by medical professionals to ensure you get the most accurate and useful information about your health and wellness. For more information, visit our medical review board. It isn't possible to be pregnant and have a period, but you could still have vaginal bleeding or spotting throughout your pregnancy.
Bleeding during pregnancy can be common, however, significant bleeding could be a sign of more serious complications like an ectopic pregnancy or a miscarriage. If you're experiencing bright red bleeding, make sure to contact your doctor immediately. Visit Insider's Health Reference library for more advice. First trimester Second trimester Third trimester Implantation bleeding Incompetent cervix Placenta previa Miscarriage Pregnancy loss Preterm labor Ectopic pregnancy Placental abruption Placental abruption Changes in the cervix Changes in the cervix Changes in the cervix Molar pregnancy Placenta Previa Uterine rupture.
Tabitha Britt is a New York-based freelance writer and editor. The bleeding may look like the normal start of your period. There's also the possibility of postcoital bleeding bleeding after sexual intercourse , says Melissa Esposito, M.
You might also bleed after a pelvic exam because your cervix is more sensitive while pregnant. Most pregnancy losses occur during the first 12 weeks of pregnancy. A miscarriage or a threatened miscarriage usually presents as bleeding associated with uterine cramping. There may also be a passage of large clots from the vagina. If you have these symptoms, alert your doctor right away. Bleeding in the first trimester can also be a sign of an ectopic pregnancy when the fetus starts to grow outside of your womb, usually in a fallopian tube.
The amount of bleeding with an ectopic pregnancy may vary. It's also associated with unilateral pain, dizziness, or lightheadedness, says Dr. This spotting has been called " implantation bleeding " because of the idea that it might be caused by the fertilized egg burrowing into the blood-rich lining of the uterus. But no one knows what really causes it. You may have spotting after a Pap smear, vaginal exam, or sex.
This is because there's more blood going to your cervix during pregnancy. Bleeding can also be a sign of something seriously wrong, such as an infection, placental problems, miscarriage , or an ectopic pregnancy , which can be life-threatening.
See our article on vaginal bleeding in pregnancy for a complete rundown of possible causes. If you notice bleeding while you're pregnant, call your doctor or midwife right away, even if the bleeding has stopped. Many women who bleed a little during pregnancy deliver without complications, but you may need an evaluation to rule out a serious problem. If you're actively bleeding or have severe pain of any kind and can't immediately reach your practitioner, head straight to the emergency room.
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