
The pregnancy that ends before the survival of foetus is a miscarriage. A pregnancy that is terminated during the first 24 weeks of being pregnant is generally termed a miscarriage. Most miscarriages happen in the first three months of pregnancy and the reasons are many. So it’s difficult to know why it happened. But if it happens then one should not delay and contact the doctor immediately.
Signs and Symptoms of Miscarriage in Early Pregnancy are as follows:
- Back pain and especially lower back pain. A pain generally severe than menstrual pain.
- Frequent painful contractions.
- Bleeding (red or brown).
- Discharge of mucus (white or pink).
- Cramps in lower abdomen.
- Feeling sick.
- Frequent urination.
- Tenderness and soreness of breast.
- Fever and vomiting.
- Weight loss.
A depleted number of pregnancy hormones in the body of the female can cause vaginal bleeding and can result in early miscarriage. Vaginal bleeding is considered to be the first sign of an early miscarriage during pregnancy though in some cases that might not be true. There might be vaginal bleeding in women but then it does not add up to a miscarriage. Despite the bleeding, many pregnant women have gone on to have successful pregnancies. However, it is advisable to consult a doctor immediately. Medical advice after abortion or miscarriage is essential for normal delivery in future.
- If the expecting mother thinks that she is not pregnant and is not experiencing nausea and morning sickness then one should consult a doctor. Though there is no proof of this but it should not be avoided.
- Sometimes when the baby is placed outside the uterus the result is severe abdominal pain which can be life threatening and can lead to a miscarriage.
- If the female experiences any kind of pressure in the pelvic area during the early weeks of pregnancy, it is not much of a worry. However, if this pelvic pressure is accompanied by bleeding and cramping then it is a symptom of miscarriage.
- You might have cramps during early pregnancy but they tend to submerge after a few hours. If they don’t then it is probably a sign of miscarriage.
If you experience any of the above mentioned signs in early stage of pregnancy then consult a doctor immediately. It could be a symptom of a miscarriage and most miscarriages happen in the first trimester. Therefore, one should exercise caution during the early stages of pregnancy.
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