Pregnancy is an important physiological process in the body of every woman. Most girls in the first weeks of gestation do not even assume that a new life has arisen in their body. One of the main changes in the body, signaling the presence of a fetus in the body of the uterus, is the stop of menstruation. But do not assume that there can be no discharge at the 5th week of pregnancy. Often, in the fifth week of obstetric embryo gestation, discharge of various colors (mostly brown) and consistency occurs. The causes of these formations from the vaginal organ can also be very diverse. Some of the secretions are the norm, and some are pathologies. What are the discharge at the 5th week of pregnancy and what to do if it occurs? Let's figure it out.
Before you learn about the peculiarities of discharge during pregnancy in the fifth week, you should thoroughly find out what signs indicate the presence of a fetus in a woman's womb during a five-week period.
Early signs of pregnancy include:
- an increase in the body of the uterus in size (you can determine it yourself in front of a mirror);
- increased urination;
- change in taste preferences;
- vomit;
- morning sickness;
- mild headaches;
- excessive tiredness;
- unreasonable irritability;
- pain in the area of the mammary glands;
- slight increase in body temperature;
- a sharp increase or complete disappearance of libido.
But these signs may not always appear during a five-week pregnancy, because they depend on the individual characteristics of each girl's body. The onset of pregnancy can be asymptomatic.
Causes of discharge at 5 weeks of gestation
Pregnancy for the expectant mother is a reason for happiness and joy, but the body itself is under severe stress. All the main forces of the organs of the female body are aimed at preserving the embryo in the womb and fully bearing a healthy baby. Therefore, if you find small spots of scarlet or brown color on your underwear, you should not panic. You should calmly consult a doctor and explain the whole situation.
There are times when a woman is still having her period in the fifth week of gestation, and at such moments the expectant mother is not yet aware of pregnancy. Many experts argue whether this is really bleeding during menstruation, or whether such discharge is considered a common feature of bearing a fetus. Nowadays this phenomenon is called “color pregnancy”. This is not considered any deviation, but for complacency and confirmation of pregnancy, you should definitely visit a gynecologist.
The main reasons for the occurrence of discharge at five weeks of pregnancy include:
1. Pathological placental abruption.
If the expectant mother is worried about abundant spotting in the fifth week of pregnancy, found on underwear, it is necessary to consult a gynecologist as soon as possible, since this phenomenon is considered abnormal and can harm the health and even the life of the child.
2. Reorganization of hormonal balance.
When pregnancy causes changes in a woman's hormonal balance, the pregnant woman may find spotting from light brown to dark brown in color. If such formations do not cause discomfort in the form of difficult to tolerate itching and hyperemia of the mucous membrane of the genitals and the skin of the labia, you should not worry.
3. Diseases, the etiology of which is genital trauma.
Injuries to the genital tract and erosion of the cervix can also contribute to the occurrence of discharge. In this case, the color of the secreted secretion can be: brown, light pink and scarlet.
4. Infections of the female reproductive system.
Discharge with unpleasant itching, repulsive odor and continuous pain may indicate the addition of an infectious disease. The color of the secreted secretion during the infectious course can be:
bright white;
A curdled, bright white discharge is secreted with a fungal infection of the vagina. The weak immune system of the new mother is not able to prevent the pathogens of the infection, so the addition of the pathogens of thrush does not cause much difficulty. But, unfortunately, to use medications, aggravating the vital activity of the fungus is not desirable, as this can adversely affect the health of the unborn child.
white with a yellowish tinge;
In such secretions, there is more white than yellow. As a rule, such formations from the vagina are accompanied by a disgusting odor and severe itching in the field of female genital organs. The cause of the white-yellow discharge is a violation of the microflora of the vagina.
yellow;
If the secreted fluid is yellow, it means that the walls of the vagina are affected by a staphylococcal infection. This is very dangerous for the baby, since if the pathogen enters the body of the uterus and the embryo itself, serious disturbances in the development of the child can occur. Yellow discharge in the fifth 5th week of pregnancy is exposed quick treatment without complications, subject to an accurate diagnosis and appropriate therapy.
red;
Red discharge most often occurs due to damage to the cervix, or rather, erosion. As a rule, erosive inflammation is accompanied by an infectious course. This pathological condition, like other diseases, poses a threat to the development and life of the fetus. Due to the softened and inflammatory neck, the risk of infection of the embryo is very high, so you should not allow the occurrence and further
the spread of erosion of the cervix of the uterine organ. If bleeding is detected at the 5th week of pregnancy, urgent consultation with a specialist and possible hospitalization are desirable.
brown.
Brown discharge at 5 weeks of gestation is considered a deviation only when a pregnant woman is tormented by painful sensations in the perineum and lower abdomen, itching and hyperemia in the labia. Such discharge is accompanied by the smell of sweetness, acid and fish.
You should be aware that heavy discharge can be a threat to the unborn child. In severe cases of illness, many doctors recommend an early termination of pregnancy.
Brown discharge at 5 weeks gestation forces the expectant mother to be vigilant and careful. If there are additional signs of a possible infectious disease (pain, hyperemia, increased itching), you should consult a doctor in order to diagnose and make an accurate diagnosis.
During the first trimester of gestation, the presence of brownish discharge should alert a pregnant woman.
According to statistics, it is the 5th and 6th week of pregnancy that is characterized by frequent freezing of the fetus in the womb, this process is reported by abundant brown discharge from the vaginal area.
Another important reason for brown discharge during pregnancy is early dates is the development of an ectopic pregnancy. If you do not terminate the pregnancy in the ectopic tube in time, you can achieve its rupture and internal bleeding. A lot of women, postponing a visit to a gynecologist with this problem, seriously aggravate their health. Thus, the absence of urgent surgical intervention can lead to the death of a pregnant woman.
When do you need to see a doctor?
If we are talking about pathological discharge, then the trip to the doctor should not be postponed in the following cases:
- 1. Brown discharge on a five-week pregnancy, formed with the presence of a bad smell, pain in underside abdominal and deterioration of the general condition (fatigue, drowsiness, apathy).
- 2. Thick white, yellow, and greenish discharge accompanied by noticeable discomfort in the external genitals.
- 3. Brown discharge in the fifth week of pregnancy, the duration of which is accompanied by short pauses. This phenomenon is most often found with a frozen pregnancy.
- 4. Profuse light brown discharge report the presence of the embryo in the fallopian tube.
It should also be remembered that in addition to secretions from the organs of the reproductive system, the following symptoms can speak of pregnancy disorders:
- dizziness;
- weakness;
- excessive sleepiness;
- nausea;
- frequent vomiting;
- irritability;
- lethargy.
You should not ignore the signs of pathology and self-medicate, because if you turn to the doctor in a timely manner, you can save yourself from negative consequences and the development of severe complications.
In order to timely identify or refute a gynecological ailment at an early stage of bearing a baby, you should contact a specialist who will send a pregnant girl to a certain series of studies, identify the disease at an early stage of development and prescribe competent treatment.
As already known, the first stage in the treatment of discharge during pregnancy is a diagnostic examination of the patient.
Diagnostic examination includes:
1. Inspection of external and internal organs reproductive system.
Carried out by a gynecologist. This procedure examines the integrity of the external genital organs. The next step is to examine the internal organs of a woman using a gynecological mirror. The condition of the mucous membrane of the walls of the vaginal organ and the cervix is assessed. In the presence of discharge, the gynecologist evaluates its smell, color, quantity and consistency. On examination by a gynecologist, a preliminary diagnosis can be made.
2. Palpation.
After examination, the gynecologist probes the lower abdomen, thereby determining the location of the uterus itself, the ovaries, the period of possible pregnancy, and the location of the fetus.
3. Laboratory research.
During an examination on a gynecological chair, the doctor takes a certain amount of biological material (epithelial cells and mucus secreted by the vagina) to identify the causative agent of a possible infection. Further, the collected material is planted on a nutrient medium and kept at a warm temperature for a certain time. With the active growth of microorganisms, it is possible to accurately determine the presence of a disease in a pregnant patient. In some cases, the pathogen is identified by staining the material with special diagnostic dyes.
4. Ultrasound diagnostics organs of the reproductive system of a pregnant girl.
With the help of an ultrasound of the reproductive system at the 5th week of pregnancy, it is possible to determine the cause of the appearance of red, pink and brown discharge. Detachment of the placenta, improper placement of the fetus, frozen pregnancy and other types of pathologies can only be detected exclusively with the help of ultrasound diagnostics. This type of research helps to identify the disease at an early stage, to prevent complications for the child and mother.
The nature of the discharge at the 5th week of pregnancy can be different depending on the presence or absence of pathologies, as well as on the state of the hormonal system. The color, smell, structure and quantity of a liquid can tell a lot about a woman's well-being, as well as about the course of a recent pregnancy.
5 week of intrauterine life
To begin with, let's decide on the calculation of the timing. Obstetric method, when conception is timed to the first day of the last menstruation. Of course, in fact, fertilization happens a little later, around the middle of the cycle. We will talk about the real period of pregnancy, which is most reliably determined by ultrasound, because in the first trimester, the development of the embryo occurs in the same way.
The embryo looks like a caterpillar or a small fish, but with the help of ultrasound, you can already see the heartbeat. Although the rudiment pulsates circulatory system rather than a full-fledged organ.
A woman has all the signs of pregnancy - drowsiness, mood swings, nausea, pigmentation of the nipples increases, the breasts increase slightly. The discharge at this time is not very different from the vaginal secretion in the intermenstrual period, but there may be different surprises, which we will talk about later.
Attention! According to women's reviews, many were faced with brownish or beige discharge in the early stages, which quickly disappeared without leaving any consequences. Doctors say that this is a hormonal adjustment.
Ideal discharge at 5 weeks gestation
Instead of menstruation after conception, light brown appears within one day. This is a sign of implantation of the ovum. After which the amount of secretion is sharply reduced, it becomes thick white or yellowish. Because the cervical mucus is gelled to block the passage to the uterine cavity for dangerous bacteria from the outside.
Variants of pathological discharge in the early stages
If the traces found on the laundry differ from those described in the previous paragraph, then different problems can be suspected.
White lumps
During pregnancy, the acidity of the vagina changes. And if it becomes uncomfortable for bacteria here, then fungi feel great. Therefore, the detection of dense ones may indicate the development of candidal colpitis - thrush. Along the way, painful itching and changes in mucous membranes are noted - redness and swelling.
Yellow with an unpleasant odor
Such discharge is a sign of infection. The reason may be an STI infection, for example, trichomoniasis, then the liquid has a foamy consistency. Either a decrease in immunity during pregnancy caused the multiplication of staphylococcus, Escherichia coli or other microbes. The external genitals begin to itch, and pain may be present when urine is emptied. , like snot or liquid, with an unpleasant odor, also characterize infections.
Transparent
With normal production of progesterone, the secret is cloudy, whitish or yellowish, and colorless mucus indicates hormonal disorders. If no other signs of pathology are found and the analyzes are in order, then the phenomenon can be considered a variant of the norm.
Transparent and sticky, with its luster similar to glass, discharge occurs with chlamydial inflammation.
Carefully! If you do not treat infections, then the consequence can be various diseases in the child, up to death after birth.
Separately about blood at 5 weeks
Red, pink and brown fluids in early pregnancy can occur in dangerous conditions, as well as in rare and strange individual characteristics.
Washing the fetus
This is the name of a bloody spot on the days of menstruation in the presence of pregnancy. This rarely happens, but does not lead to serious consequences. Just an increased amount of estrogen with a low level of progesterone causes a slight rejection of the intrauterine membrane for 1-2 months after conception.
Or dark red, very scarce and short-lived.
Color pregnancy
These are rare cases when the “period” goes almost to the birth. In the absence of a threat to the fetus, such a phenomenon is a reason to observe the woman more closely. Cases are very rare, usually without problematic complications, but other dangerous conditions can be hidden under these symptoms.
The presence of pathologies of the uterus and appendages in the anamnesis
If, before conception, the patient had endometriosis, cysts, polyps, inflammatory processes, then with the onset of pregnancy, they do not disappear anywhere. The woman will smear with brown, with small streaks or clots. Such a patient is often hospitalized, prescribed complete physical and intimate rest, and maintained with medication. Because these diseases negatively affect the development of the fetus.
Pregnancy pathologies
At the 5th week of bearing a child, brown daubs, turning into bleeding, can manifest themselves as very dangerous conditions:
- Tubal pregnancy. Along the way, painful one-sided sensations in the abdomen increase. A successful outcome is only when the operation to remove the ovum is performed on time.
- Placenta previa. Implantation of an embryo near the opening of the cervix endangers its life and development, but 9 out of 10 women carry a child safely, subject to medical recommendations.
- Placental abruption. Rejection of the embryo in the area of attachment to the wall of the uterus. Occurs abruptly or gradually. In this case, it can pull the sacrum, lower back and abdomen. With the appointment of hormonal drugs, for example, Duphaston, recovery occurs.
- - a kind of detachment. When blood accumulates at the rupture site. Leakage of brown discharge is a good sign, which means that the pathology has stopped.
- A frozen pregnancy occurs due to rejection of the placenta or with an incorrect set of chromosomes, as well as during stress and other circumstances in a woman's life. Differs in the termination of the production of hCG.
- A miscarriage is accompanied by profuse bloody discharge with clots, weak contractions and poor health.
The news of the onset of pregnancy becomes a joyful event in a woman's life. She has to go through many more pleasant moments associated with the expectation of the baby. But at the same time, the period of bearing a child is associated with unnecessary experiences and adaptation of the body to a new state.
A woman may be disturbed by various sensations and manifestations that are unusual for her ordinary life. An example of such changes would be brown discharge, which causes increased concern in the early stages.
Seeing brown drops on her underwear, a woman is justifiably worried about the condition of her child, just born in the womb. And if something happens to a long-awaited pregnancy at the stage of its formation, it will be the worst moment for a girl. Therefore, brown or pink discharge should be considered as a signal of the need for increased attention to your health, as this can also affect the fetus.
The main task of a woman is to closely monitor her health during pregnancy and respond in time to any changes in it.
Causes
Reddish discharge at 5 weeks of gestation can be a manifestation of various changes in a woman's body - both completely normal and pathological. And in most cases, such a symptom testifies precisely to the physiological processes accompanying the early periods of bearing a child.
But this is not always the case. Quite often, pink or dark discharge indicates a serious disorder that can lead to the death of the fetus.
What caused the appearance of the discharge, only a doctor can say. However, a woman should remember that there can be several such factors, and here are the most common ones:
- Physiological processes.
- Spontaneous abortion.
- Ectopic pregnancy.
- Cervical erosion.
- Polyps of the uterus (including decidual).
- Vesicular drift (chorionepithelioma).
- Inflammatory processes.
- Injuries.
- Varicose veins of the vagina.
Whichever of the factors is the cause of brown discharge in the early stages of pregnancy, it is necessary first of all to exclude the most unfavorable ones. Therefore, for any deviations from the generally accepted norm, a woman should contact a gynecologist to undergo an examination. This is the only way to protect oneself from unnecessary experiences and find out what is actually happening in the body.
Blood discharge in the first trimester of pregnancy may appear due to various changes; their physiological origin can be confirmed after a medical examination.
Symptoms
Discharge from the genital tract in a woman is one of the symptoms that can appear at various stages of pregnancy. It cannot be considered as an independent manifestation, but only in combination with other signs that are invariably present at the same time.
It is necessary to find out which symptoms speak of pathological processes, and which - just about certain features of the normal course of pregnancy. The psychological comfort in the family and the need to take serious measures to preserve the fetus depend on this.
Physiological processes
You can talk about the onset of pregnancy from the moment of implantation of the ovum in the uterine lining. This occurs 10-14 days after fertilization. It is at this time that scanty discharge of a light brown color may appear, which is a kind of reaction to the introduction of chorionic villi - one of the membranes of the ovum - into vascular system the walls of the uterus.
In addition, a woman in the first trimester may notice that she periodically smears just at the time of the expected menstruation. This may give the impression that there is no pregnancy, but gynecologists reassure that such discharge is the norm. Moreover, they can persist even for the first few months. This condition is the result of the separation of areas of the endometrium below the attached embryo and does not pose any danger.
If the discharge is a variant of the norm, it should not be abundant or accompanied by any unpleasant sensations.
Otherwise, one should doubt their physiology.
Spontaneous abortion
A common cause of spotting in the early stages is spontaneous abortion. It begins with a threatening condition and may end with a complete or incomplete discharge of the ovum from the uterine cavity. In this case, the following symptoms are characteristic:
- Pain in the lower abdomen that is aching or cramping.
- Feeling of pressure on the pelvic organs with frequent urge to use the toilet.
- Increasing the tone of the muscles of the uterus.
- Gradual opening and shortening of the neck.
The threat of termination of pregnancy becomes a deeply stressful event for a woman, but she needs to rely on the doctor in everything and not worry, as this can further increase the tone of the uterus. But if a miscarriage occurs, then you still need to see a doctor, since the remnants of the ovum may linger in the uterus. This, in turn, can be dangerously developing complications: infection, severe bleeding, cystic drift.
In order not to lose the child, it is necessary to take measures to preserve the pregnancy at the very first symptoms.
Ectopic pregnancy
Another situation where brown or pink discharge may appear in the early stages is an ectopic pregnancy. In this case, the embryo does not develop where it should normally. If implantation occurs in the cavity of the fallopian tube, then the ovum continues to grow, stretching its walls. A woman may notice a scanty discharge, which is sometimes accompanied by a pulling pain in one of the halves of the lower abdomen.
But when the embryo reaches size, the walls of the pipe can no longer withstand, they break. Then internal bleeding may occur, which is accompanied by the following symptoms:
- Stomach ache.
- Dizziness, flashing "flies" before the eyes.
- Pale skin, clammy sweat.
- Tension of the abdominal muscles.
- Signs of peritoneal irritation.
- Decreased blood pressure, increased heart rate.
In this case, of course, there is no need to think about preserving the pregnancy, and we are already talking about saving the life of the woman herself.
You can not hesitate to see a doctor when pink discharge appears in the early stages - this can cause life-threatening conditions.
Cervical erosion
If a girl had untreated erosion before pregnancy, then she can manifest herself at any time. At the same time, the symptoms of the disease are very few. The main manifestation is precisely brown discharge, which can appear after physical exertion or intercourse.
As a rule, they are not characterized by abundance and there will be no other accompanying manifestations either. Such a condition does not pose a danger to a woman and a child, with the exception of cases of possible infection.
Sometimes the symptoms of erosion can be confused with physiological changes in early pregnancy. But an accurate diagnosis can be established after examination by a gynecologist and colposcopic examination, when bright red foci on the cervix are clearly visible.
Treatment
When a woman develops brown or pink discharge during pregnancy, it often requires active treatment. Physiological changes are not taken into account, since they disappear on their own and do not need correction.
But when the life of the unborn child or the woman herself is at stake, urgent measures must be taken. Their nature will depend on the type of pathology, its severity and the general condition of the patient's body. As a rule, the choice is made in favor of certain conservative and operational methods. In many cases, combined techniques are used.
Treatment should be as individualized as possible and in accordance with generally accepted standards of therapy during pregnancy.
Conservative methods
Conservative treatment is indicated for conditions such as threatened abortion, cervical erosion, inflammation and varicose veins of the vagina. In these cases, the focus is on drug therapy, which allows you to achieve pronounced results in a short time. Depending on the pathology, the following drugs can be used:
- Preparations containing progesterone (Dyufaston, Utrozhestan).
- Tocolytics - relaxing the muscles of the uterus (Fenoterol, Ginipral).
- Antibiotics (Ampicillin, Azithromycin).
- Sedatives (Valerian, Persen).
- Corticosteroids (Betamethasone, Dexamethasone).
- Vitamins.
In addition, as emergency care in case of complicated ectopic pregnancy, hemostatic agents (Etamsilat, Vikasol, Aminocaproic acid), saline and high-molecular solutions (Gemodez, Reopolyglyukin, Stabizol) can be used. Preparations in the form of vaginal suppositories are very popular, since in this case a local effect of the therapeutic components is achieved without the risk of systemic adverse reactions.
It should be noted the positive effect of physiotherapeutic procedures, which are recommended for the threat of termination of pregnancy, some inflammatory diseases in remission. In this case, a woman can undergo a course of treatment by such methods:
- Electrophoresis of drugs (magnesia).
- Electro relaxation, electrosleep.
- Reflexology.
- Balneotherapy.
In addition, the complex of conservative measures necessarily include psychotherapy and psychoprophylaxis, which help a woman to develop defense mechanisms from stressful situations and take a different look at many problems. Everyone knows that during pregnancy you need to worry less and rest more. This is precisely what psychological correction contributes to.
Operational methods
In some cases, when pink discharge appears, it is still impossible to avoid surgical intervention. The operation is especially necessary in case of ectopic pregnancy, abortion, cystic drift and polyps of the uterus. Depending on the pathology, the following techniques can be used:
- Laparoscopic removal of the ovum.
- Lower median laparotomy with suturing of bleeding vessels.
- Curettage of the uterine cavity.
- Removal of polyps with a hysteroscope.
If a girl is diagnosed with cervical erosion, you can use minimally invasive surgical techniques, many of which can be performed even on an outpatient basis - cryotherapy, radio wave treatment, electro-destruction of the pathological focus.
The appearance of dark or pink discharge in the early stages does not always indicate pathology. But in order to prevent adverse consequences, a woman should always consult a doctor if she has noticed any abnormalities during pregnancy.
In early pregnancy, it is important to track the duration and nature of the discharge. In some cases, they are the norm, but they can also be caused by problems with the fetus, various diseases.
Blood in the 5th week of pregnancy is found in many. Do not ignore it, you need to contact your doctor.
Main reasons
Not everyone knows why blood began to flow at the 5th week of pregnancy. In a fetus during intrauterine development, the blood flow system is shared with the mother. In the first months, the child does not have its own vessels that would provide oxygen and nutrient compounds. They are only formed later.
At the beginning of pregnancy, the fetus undergoes organogenesis, when vital organs and systems begin to form. During this time, any minor impacts can cause dangerous consequences.
During the normal course of pregnancy, a woman should not have bleeding, although physiological discharge is allowed. In some cases, this is evidence of dangerous pathologies that threaten the development of the fetus.
Embryo implantation
If there is blood flow at the 5th week of pregnancy, then the appearance of bloody spotting may be caused by the successful implantation of the embryo into the uterus and attachment to the wall. This can cause a few drops of blood to appear on your underwear. This symptom can scare many women, especially when they are not yet aware of changes in the body.
At about 5-7 weeks of pregnancy, women go to the hospital, as their periods stop. After examination by a gynecologist, blood clots may be released. Don't be scared - it goes away in a few days. You just need to give up physical activity.
Intercourse
If there is blood in the 5th week of pregnancy, it may be due to sexual intercourse. In this case, the mucous layer of the vagina is damaged. You should not worry, but it is better to choose the most gentle positions during intercourse.
Transvaginal ultrasound
The first transvginal ultrasound is performed to determine pathologies in the mother and the developing fetus. After such a procedure, blood may be released from the genital tract.
The procedure is carried out only as directed by the gynecologist. Usually, the discharge is minor and goes away on its own after a few hours. In this case, pain does not arise (maximum - slight discomfort).
Bubble drift
A cystic drift is understood as a pathological condition that leads to the death of a child. In this case, the embryo is replaced by connective tissue. Scientists and doctors have not yet established the reasons for this phenomenon. There are no threats to the woman's life, but the fetus is dying.
Ectopic pregnancy
Dangerous pathology... It is accompanied by the appearance of blood at 4-5 weeks of gestation. As a rule, it appears in the first 3 months. The most serious complication is the rupture of the fallopian tube, where the ovum is located.
The onset of an ectopic pregnancy is almost no different from the standard one: the pharmacy test for hCG is also positive, the mood changes, and there is a feeling of heaviness in the mammary glands. All this is due to changes in hormonal levels after conception.
The peculiarity of an ectopic pregnancy is that the fetus does not attach to the uterine wall, but remains in the canal. Such development of the embryo is not provided for by nature, so it cannot develop. As a result, the woman begins to bleed heavily, which leads to a miscarriage.
This condition provokes the appearance of the corresponding symptoms. Some faint.
The pain is very intense. Pain medications are required to reduce it. They are best administered parenterally. Hospitalization is mandatory. Otherwise, serious complications may appear. At the hospital, doctors will remove all parts of the ovum from the fallopian tube. In most cases, you have to remove the entire canal as well.
Frozen pregnancy
Another pathology is a missed pregnancy. It can appear in the first months of pregnancy (in most cases, the second or third from the beginning of conception).
For a pathological condition, it is characteristic that the fetus simply stops developing due to the influence of any factors. This is determined during an ultrasound scan, as well as a special test for hormone levels.
When the pregnancy stops, the woman's symptoms begin to change. Soreness in the mammary glands decreases. Sometimes there is severe abdominal discomfort. In addition, the body temperature may rise, but not significantly.
Cervical erosion
One of the most common pathologies among women is cervical erosion. This problem occurs even in women who have not given birth.
Pathology can develop due to the action of various factors. Doctors try to cure a woman even before conception occurs. The therapy promotes epithelialization of mucous layers, thereby reducing the risk of possible severe consequences during pregnancy.
But this is not the case in all cases. Many women find out about the presence of cervical erosion during pregnancy. In this case, any therapeutic action may cause bleeding. This applies to both ultrasound and gynecological examination. Also, various injuries, infectious diseases, sexual intercourse.
Usually, during pregnancy, when a woman is diagnosed with cervical erosion, expectant tactics are used, which involves limiting possible surgical intervention. If it is absolutely impossible to do without treatment, then it is carried out only in extreme cases.
Polyposis
Polyposis is also quite common in women. Many neglect the need for pre-conception therapy, which is a completely wrong decision.
Due to changes in hormonal levels, polyps can increase in size. A complication is their separation and infection. There is usually bleeding in such situations. Its intensity depends on the size of the detached neoplasm.
Treatment of polyposis is required before getting pregnant, since the process is lengthy. In addition, a long rehabilitation is required without fail.
Phlebeurysm
Drops of blood at the 5th week of pregnancy from the genital tract in women can still be caused by varicose veins. In this case, the intensity will be medium. Knots can also appear on the legs. The rupture of the thin wall of the vein leads to the fact that blood appears in the genital tract.
Sexually transmitted diseases
Erosive forms can develop as a result of sexually transmitted diseases. When an exacerbation begins, it is accompanied by bleeding in some cases.
In pregnant women, immunity deteriorates significantly, which can lead to the activation of sexually transmitted diseases and their rapid development. Special medications may be prescribed to eliminate symptoms. In this case, the treatment is prescribed by a venereologist.
Spontaneous abortion
An equally terrible situation is a spontaneous abortion. As a rule, it occurs in a complete happy situation.
The woman feels severe pain in the lower abdomen. She goes to the anal area, thighs. Typically, this pain is extremely severe. A woman can scream and moan because she cannot stand it.
If the bleeding is too intense, the patient may faint. Perhaps severe dizziness, weakness appears. An urgent need to hospitalize the woman. In this case, the fetus is removed from the uterus. The procedure is performed by a gynecologist.
Breakthrough bleeding
Breakthrough bleeding is also called intermenstrual bleeding. It starts just when it should be critical days... In this case, symptoms often appear that usually occur with menstruation. This applies to back pain, cramps, a feeling of heaviness in the lower abdomen, a feeling of bloatedness, weakness.
Since the woman is pregnant, menstruation does not occur. In this case, hormones prevent secretions from occurring. But in some cases, they still do not have time to reach the maximum indicators to stop menstruation. As a result, the so-called "breakthrough" occurs, that is, bleeding. This can last up to a maximum of 3 months.
Placental bleeding
Bleeding from the vagina without feeling pain can also occur due to the fact that the placenta is placed abnormally. Sometimes it is too low in the uterus, or even above its cervix. This phenomenon is called placenta previa.
According to statistics, it is found in 0.5% of cases in pregnant women. In addition, the cause of bleeding may be another problem with the placenta - its exfoliation (complete or partial) from the walls of the uterus). This situation is found in 1 case in 200.
At the same time felt strong pain... The bleeding is very intense. It can be both visible and hidden directly in the uterus.
Myoma of the uterus
At 5 weeks gestation, bleeding may indicate uterine fibroids. The latter is understood as masses that are made of compacted muscle or fibrous tissue. They can be located both inside the organ and outside. This condition may or may not be problematic during pregnancy.
It depends on the location of the neoplasms, as well as on whether they tend to increase in size. It is best to remove such a build-up before conception. Nevertheless, many women with uterine fibroids give birth even without any complications.
How to be
Not everyone knows what to do with blood in the 5th week of pregnancy. If a woman starts bleeding from the genital tract, then it is imperative to consult a doctor. Usually all patients in this position are advised to hospitalize. This must be done without fail. In the hospital, doctors will determine the cause of the bleeding and will be able to choose the optimal set of procedures for treatment.
If during pregnancy at 5 weeks blood smears, clots appear from the genital tract, then many women are afraid to contact their gynecologist, although an unscheduled examination is required. Due to ignoring the condition, it worsens, and possible pathology develops more intensively. Timely treatment is required, so the visit to the doctor should not be delayed.
When bleeding begins, you need to remain calm, but call an ambulance without delay. It is best if there is someone close to the woman at this time. This will help her to be less nervous, stay calm. It is very important to provide fresh air. To do this, ventilate the room by opening a window a little.
If the bleeding is heavy, a pad should be placed in your underwear that is suitable for normal menstruation. Do not move around the room. The woman should be in a supine position. In this case, her legs should be slightly raised.
When blood clots appear at the 5th week of pregnancy, then you should not bathe in the bathroom or go to the shower. Hot water will only aggravate any symptoms that appear. If you feel strong thirst, dry mouth, then you need to drink water. Thanks to this, the condition improves slightly.
Relatives or those people who are next to the woman must prepare her documents at this time, including medical documents. You will need a passport, medical card, compulsory medical insurance policy. When the doctors arrive, they will offer her hospitalization. This is done in most cases. Especially if the woman has a serious condition.
Only if the pathology is not dangerous, then it is allowed to stay at home. In this case, you will need to visit your gynecologist-obstetrician the next day.
Conclusion
In any case, if blood appears at the 5th week of pregnancy without pain, such symptoms cannot be ignored in any case, since not only the woman's health depends on this, but also the condition of the unborn child. The faster you turn to a specialist, the more chances you have for recovery.