What Causes Spotting During Pregnancy?

Posted on Sat, 15 Nov 2014

Question: iam5 weeks pregnant andim im spootingsince 5days .the sonography is normaland isan intrauterine pregnancy.plstellmehowlongwill the spottingcontinue and is it normal.doineedtoworry about this.can i proceed with my routine life as usual

Answered by Dr. Dr. Soumen Patra (37 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Need some treatment. Consult with doctor.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

Thanks for writing to us.

1) Mild spotting is quite COMMON thing in the early weeks of pregnancy. As your current ultrasound scan is NORMAL, you SHOULDN'T be worried at this stage.

However, I suggest you to repeat beta-hCG level at ONE week interval to track down the rising pattern for next 4 weeks or until spotting stops permanently. It will be worthwhile.

2) It stops automatically in MOST cases without any intervention. However, few cases need proper medical treatment. Micronised Progesterone supplements are usually given to support healthy pregnancy & prevent future risk of miscarriage. I suggest you to consult with your gynecologist regarding this.

3) You should be MORE careful during first trimester. You can do your day to day activity with some restriction like AVOID long journey, lifting heavy object, high heal shoe, uneven surface, sexual intercourse (1st & 3rd Trimester), more ups & downs. You need ADEQUATE bed rest for few more weeks.

Hope, it helps for your information. Kindly, close the discussion if you don't have any other query.

Wish your good health and take care yourself.

Regards,
Dr Soumen

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Bhagyalaxmi Nalaparaju

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Soumen Patra (1 hour later)

but doc im working in a bank how long to take leave.my gynac says nothing serious just wait.but im really tensed.is tension a reason for this.pls tell me wat ae the chances of continuing this pregnancy.iam totally alone nobody to take care.pls tellme can i attend office,

Answered by Dr. Dr. Soumen Patra (24 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
7-10 days leave is enough.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

Thanks for follow up query.

Don't be stressed yourself. I suggest to take leave (Office) or bed rest for 7 to 10 days as your spotting continues more than 5 days. It would be worthwhile.

As your current ultrasound scan is NORMAL, there is QUITE chance that you will carry this pregnancy. Do periodic check up to your doctor and maintain genital hygiene properly.

Hope, I have answered your query. Kindly, close the discussion.

All the best and good luck.

Regards,
Dr S Patra

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Bhagyalaxmi Nalaparaju

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Soumen Patra (4 hours later)

But I don't have any pain in spotting. I m on leave since Saturday.and planning to resume duty from Saturday.if I continue spotting can I start duty from Saturday as I feel more stressed in home.because nobody to talk to me also.and hubby is not at all. Understanding

Answered by Dr. Dr. Soumen Patra (3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
You can resume duty if you feel comfortable.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

Thanks for your response.

In that case, you can resume your duty from this Saturday. However, you should take adequate rest after coming back to home.

Maintain genital hygiene properly and do periodic check up to your doctor.

Hope, it helps for your information. All the best and good luck.

Regards,
Dr S Patra

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj