What Causes Spotting During Pregnancy?

Posted on Mon, 9 Mar 2015

Question: I have an awkward question that I must ask to eleviate my concern. I am 5 weeks pregnant and have not had any spotting until today. it was light pink when I wiped and has carried on and off through the day. I have read that this can be perfectly normal and can also happen as a result of orgasm, which did happen last night. I am not cramping, nor do I feel any discomfort. Is this a cause for concern, or as of right now just something to watch??

Answered by Dr. Ivo Ditah (18 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Just something to watch!

Detailed Answer:
Hi and thanks for this query.

I have reviewed your information fully. For now, there is really nothing to get worried about.

I will recommend that you watch. Signs and symptoms would be increasing abdominal pain, XXXXXXX blood on wiping. Otherwise, be calm.

I hope this helps. I wish you well. Thanks for using our services and feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Ivo Ditah (17 minutes later)

Thank you for your quick reply. Is there a time length that it should end by? I read some ladies have it for a long time, etc. I had my blood work done this week, but won't get result for a while. First pregnancy and I just want to be sure cuz I'm rural and its harder to get doc appointments.

Answered by Dr. Ivo Ditah (55 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
It would disappear sooner than you think!

Detailed Answer:
Hi and thanks for following up.

There is no reason to be worried. As long as there is no XXXXXXX blood of increased pains, there is nothing to be disturbed about at this time.

Do communicate the results with me when they are back.

I wish you well.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar