Can you stain while pregnant? Know implantation bleeding
The adhesion of the fertilized ovum to the walls of the uterus can generate some bleeding that we confuse with a menstruation, but they can be differentiated.
Implantation bleeding is a loss of a very small amount of blood that occurs when the fertilized egg settles in the wall of the uterus. But how to distinguish it from menstruation then? Does it always happen? It could be dangerous? How long does it last? We answer all your questions about implantation bleeding so that you have it very clear.
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WHAT IS IMPLANTATION BLEEDING?
When the fertilized egg attaches itself to the walls of the uterus, it can cause some of the blood vessels in this area to break . At this time, the uterus is in a very special moment, and that is why the blood flow, the circulation, is much greater than usual and is more sensitive. Therefore, it is perfectly normal for these tears to occur and for pregnant women to bleed slightly for a few days.
It can be confused with menstruation , since it usually occurs between 6 and 12 days after fertilization. If you take into account which are your most fertile days, you will see that if you had not become pregnant during this period, it would be the moment when your menstruation would begin.
HOW TO DISTINGUISH IMPLANTATION BLEEDING FROM MENSTRUATION?
By the amount and by the color of the bleeding. You know your period better than anyone and you know how it usually starts. When that blood corresponds to the implantation of the future baby in your endometrium, you will see that the amount is much less and its color is darker. While menstruation usually lasts for a full week , implantation bleeding only lasts for one to three days.
On the other hand, you should also take into account the symptoms that you usually suffer when your period comes: chest swelling, acute abdominal pain , tenderness, headaches, dizziness, sudden mood swings … If it is a pregnancy , they can be similar and mislead you. Remember that it is possible to get pregnant during your period .
OTHER SYMPTOMS OF IMPLANTATION BLEEDING
In addition to the symptoms similar to menstruation, there are others that can help you distinguish if it is implantation bleeding and therefore, a more than likely pregnancy. For example, if you feel mild cramps in your belly, you have it swollen, you have nausea , you react abnormally to certain strong odors , you may be facing implantation bleeding.
DOES IT HAPPEN TO ALL WOMEN?
No, in fact it only happens to one in four women and of them it is possible that one pregnancy happens and another does not or that it happens in all. Each woman is a world, especially when we talk about the reproductive system. You don’t have to be scared if it happens and you don’t have to be scared if it doesn’t. In no case is it decisive.
IN WHICH CASES SHOULD I BE SCARED?
You should not fear, as we have already said it is perfectly normal. You should only be scared if the bleeding is very heavy, if you feel severe pain or if the bleeding does not stop after three days. In any case, and to stay more calm, consult your gynecologist . He will be the one to assure you that it is a pregnancy or not when the necessary time to perform the tests has passed. You can also bleed during and after intercourse .
If you have not had intercourse in the last month or you use contraception regularly and you have no evidence that they have failed, you should consult your doctor . Vaginal bleeding can be a symptom of some infections and diseases such as cervical cancer.
IS IT SYNONYMOUS WITH PREGNANCY?
In most cases, implantation bleeding is a first proof that you are pregnant. But it is not always 100% accurate. To make sure, it is best to take a pregnancy test to ensure it. Most of these products only work if you are already one or more days late in your period, so do the math before you rush to the nearest pharmacy.
WHAT IF THE BLEEDING OCCURS AT ANOTHER TIME IN THE CYCLE?
It is possible that it is implantation bleeding since the cycle could be occurring abnormally for the usual times. However, in those women who have very regular cycles it is strange. In these cases, we could be talking about ovulation bleeding or spoting and that it occurs precisely during ovulation.
It is also a light and short-lived bleeding that is preceded by abdominal pain similar to those of menstruation. You can also distinguish it, because it usually occurs around day 14 of the cycle . Nor should it be a cause for alarm if it is not accompanied by more serious symptoms and ailments.
Dr. Tabriella Perivolaris, Sara's mother and fan of fashion, beauty, motherhood, among others, about the female universe. Since 2018 she has been working as a copywriter, always bringing to her articles a little of her experience and experience as a mother and woman.