Bleeding During Pregnancy Overview
Vaginal bleeding during pregnancy can be scary. However, it isn’t always a sign of trouble. Bleeding in the first trimester (weeks one through 12) might occur, and most women who experience bleeding during pregnancy go on to deliver healthy babies.
Still, it’s important to take vaginal bleeding during pregnancy seriously. Sometimes bleeding during pregnancy indicates an impending miscarriage or a condition that needs prompt treatment. By understanding the most common causes of vaginal bleeding during pregnancy, you’ll know what to look for — and when to contact your health care provider.
Causes
- Ectopic pregnancy
- Implantation bleeding
- Miscarriage
- Molar pregnancy
- Problems with the cervix
- Incompetent cervix
- Placental abruption
- Placenta previa
- Preterm labor
- Uterine rupture
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When to see a Doctor
It’s important to report any vaginal bleeding during pregnancy to your health care provider. Be prepared to describe how much blood you passed, what it looked like, and whether it included any clots or tissue.