Signs of early pregnancy

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Dizziness during pregnancy causes unpleasant sensations, manifested by a feeling of rotating objects, unsteadiness of the floor, walls, a feeling of loss of balance, and weakness.

In the first trimester, dizziness may occur due to changes in the body due to pregnancy - hormonal changes. It can manifest itself due to a lack of oxygen in public transport, poorly ventilated stuffy rooms, with changes in blood pressure, changes in body position, and toxicosis. A woman should be observed by a gynecologist during pregnancy and inform the doctor about all symptoms.

In the second trimester, the cause may be physical inactivity. With a sedentary lifestyle, blood circulation worsens. In the absence of physical activity, dizziness and darkening of the eyes can occur with sudden movements, in the morning after waking up, or when bending over. Due to increased blood flow in the uterus, oxygen supply to the brain decreases and this is one of the possible causes of dizziness. Anemia and gestational diabetes are two other reasons that may contribute to poor health.

In the third trimester, dizziness may be due to a lack of oxygen supply to the brain or dizziness that occurs after a long stay in a horizontal or standing position, with a decrease in blood glucose levels. When the hemoglobin level decreases, anemia can develop, while the woman quickly gets tired, dizziness, shortness of breath, weakness, and tinnitus appear.

Treatment should be carried out after determining the cause and always under the supervision of a doctor.

Causes

Main causes of dizziness:

• sudden change in the position of the body or head in space;
• poorly ventilated area;
• high temperature indoors, outdoors;
• decreased blood glucose levels;
• toxicosis;
• staying in one position for a long time;
• anemia;
• diseases of the cardiovascular system;
• osteochondrosis of the cervicothoracic spine;
• diabetes;
• problems with the vestibular apparatus.

When might the first signs of pregnancy appear?

This may seem strange, but in obstetrics the gestational age is counted from the last day of menstruation.

The main signs of pregnancy starting from the 1st obstetric week:

Let's take a closer look at the 10 most common early pregnancy symptoms. It is important to know that these symptoms can not only be caused by pregnancy, but can also be associated with various health conditions. Therefore, the presence of these symptoms does not necessarily indicate that you are pregnant.

At what stage can an ectopic pregnancy be detected?

Signs of an ectopic pregnancy before a missed period are mild or completely absent. The pathology is most often diagnosed after a miscarriage in the first weeks. If this does not happen, the embryo, which increases in size, will stretch the tissue of the tube, ovary or cervix, causing pathological symptoms.

In case of further development of pregnancy, its abnormal course can be suspected at a period of 21–28 weeks. To do this, you need to be tested for the hCG hormone and undergo an ultrasound examination. During an ectopic pregnancy, the level of human chorionic gonadotropin is always below the levels characteristic of a certain stage of pregnancy. An ultrasound will show no signs of intrauterine pregnancy.

Early symptoms of ectopic pregnancy

If a woman has a stable menstrual cycle, then immediately after a missed period she will suspect she is pregnant. However, independently determining its abnormal course in the very first weeks is problematic, because often the pathology is no different from normal pregnancy and proceeds without suspicious symptoms until a certain period.

But already at 3–4 weeks, based on certain signs, a woman will be able to understand that something is wrong with her body. Early manifestations of ectopic pregnancy:

1. mild to moderate pain, abdominal cramps;
2. spotting bloody discharge;
3. causeless nausea, bouts of vomiting;
4. enlarged and painful breasts;
5. disturbance of urination and defecation.

The pregnancy test shows a positive result, but the other line will be fuzzy and barely noticeable. This is due to the fact that the level of hCG in ectopic localization is significantly lower than in normal pregnancy. This sign should alert a woman and become a reason to make an appointment with a gynecologist as soon as possible.

When a fallopian tube rupture occurs, its signs

Fallopian tube rupture usually occurs between 6 and 10 weeks of pregnancy. As a rule, the clinical picture of the pathology begins with a sudden sharp pain in the abdomen, which radiates to the perineum and lower back. The main cause of such pain is internal bleeding and irritation of the abdominal wall by fluid accumulating in its cavity. Other symptoms of a ruptured fallopian tube:

• weakness;
• cold sweat;
• pallor of the mucous membrane and skin;
• decreased blood pressure;
• acceleration of heart rate;
• diarrhea;
• urinary retention;
• loss of consciousness.

On palpation, the abdomen is distended, painful in the lower part, and signs of irritation of the abdominal cavity are observed. A ruptured fallopian tube causes uncontrolled bleeding. Therefore, if you have at least a few symptoms, you must urgently call an ambulance.

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Signs of pregnancy before delay

Early diagnosis of pathological pregnancy will help to promptly eliminate the anomaly, prevent complications, and preserve female reproductive function. Therefore, every woman, even during the period of planning a child, should become familiar with the signs of an ectopic pregnancy before a missed period.

Physiological reasons for the appearance of signs of pregnancy before a delay

Ovulation occurs on days 14–16 of the menstrual cycle.
If conception occurs during this period of time, the fertilized egg moves into the uterine cavity and is implanted into its wall. From this moment on, the female body begins to prepare for further pregnancy and childbirth. It is these processes that cause the characteristic signs of pregnancy, which can be noticed even before the delay: Changes in the basal temperature schedule. In a woman who does not have health problems, the basal temperature fluctuates in the range of 36.3 – 36.4 °C. 2 days before the maturation of the egg, the readings drop to 36.2 degrees, immediately after ovulation there is a smooth rise and the temperature reaches 36.7 - 36.9 °C. After conception, the schedule looks different. After ovulation, the curve rises to above 37 °C, and after 7 days a single drop is observed, after which the temperature again becomes elevated and remains at the current level throughout pregnancy.

Increased hCG in the blood. Chronic human gonadotropin is produced by chorion cells, starting from 5 to 6 days after fertilization. This suggests that an increase in hCG levels is a characteristic sign of pregnancy. It is impossible to determine the level of hCG on your own. To do this, a woman must take a blood test, which will help clarify her condition.

Individual signs of pregnancy before delay

Secondary signs of pregnancy before the delay can manifest themselves individually in each woman, taking into account her general health, age and other internal as well as external factors. The following symptoms may indicate conception:

• implantation bleeding;
• copious mucous discharge from the vagina;
• thrush;
• aching, nagging pain or discomfort in the abdomen caused by increased blood flow to the pelvic area;
• increased urge to urinate;
• sudden jumps in blood pressure;
• causeless headaches, dizziness;
• sleep problems;
• weakness, lethargy, apathy;
• lack of appetite or, conversely, an irresistible feeling of hunger;
• changes in taste preferences, sensitivity to various odors;
• swelling and tenderness of the mammary glands.

Each of these symptoms may indicate not only a successful pregnancy, but also its pathological course. In the early stages of ectopic implantation, the same symptoms as during a normal pregnancy may appear. But as the fetus grows and develops, the condition noticeably worsens, and the risk of developing serious complications increases.

Changes in sensations during pregnancy

Many women do not associate the first signs of pregnancy with a missed period in any way. They begin to feel symptoms that resemble those of a cold: general malaise;

• headaches (read why headaches cause reasons other than pregnancy);
• rhinitis, sore throat and cough (the treatment of ARVI is described here);
• frequent changes in pressure;
• chills followed by fever.

This condition can accompany a pregnant woman already in the second week after conception. Sudden fainting and dizziness often aggravate the situation. Cold symptoms are due to the fact that a woman’s immunity has not yet adjusted to bearing a fetus.

Nausea, frequent mood swings, rapid fatigue - all this is associated with the physiological transformation occurring in the body of a pregnant woman. In addition, early stages may be characterized by the following external manifestations:

Doctor's advice

Pregnancy planning must be approached responsibly in order to provide the developing baby with everything for his future successful life. Every pregnancy should be planned and after appropriate preparation. When a woman decides that she wants to become a mother, it is imperative to visit a gynecologist for further examination and start taking the necessary medications (folic acid 400 mcg once a day for both partners 3 months before the expected pregnancy)

Olga Zorina Pregnancy and childbirth, Gynecologist, Gynecologist-endocrinologist

• slight swelling of the hands and face;
• the appearance of acne (consult a dermatologist);
• bloating;
• darkening of the skin around the nipples.

Feelings are often deceiving. Recognizing conception as a cold or other illness and taking medications can have a detrimental effect on the embryo. Therefore, at the slightest suspicion of pregnancy, even before a missed period, you can use methods to establish pregnancy at its earliest stage.

Signs of an ectopic pregnancy before the delay

Before the delay, most women do not observe any pronounced signs of ectopic pregnancy. Just like a normal pregnancy, an ectopic pregnancy is characterized by the absence of menstruation and the presence of discomfort in the lower abdomen or lumbar region.

Signs of an ectopic pregnancy in the early stages:

1. general weakness, lethargy, loss of performance;
2. nausea, vomiting;
3. headaches, dizziness.

When do signs of an ectopic pregnancy appear?

It is impossible to independently determine an ectopic pregnancy in the earliest stages. To make sure of the diagnosis, you need to visit a doctor who will conduct an initial gynecological examination. In the case of an ectopic pregnancy, during the examination, the doctor will find that the uterine cavity does not contain an attached fertilized egg, and the size of the reproductive age does not correspond to the period. Additionally, an ultrasound is prescribed, the results of which will show the complete absence of a fertilized egg in the uterine cavity.

How to detect an ectopic pregnancy?

To get a more accurate picture, the doctor prescribes a blood test and hCG. At the beginning of an ectopic pregnancy, human chorionic gonadotropin levels are lower than during normal conception. Pathology can be suspected based on the results of a rapid pregnancy test. In case of developmental anomaly, the second stripe will look very pale, barely noticeable. This is also due to the low concentration of the hCG hormone in the body.

Where does it hurt during an ectopic pregnancy?

As the embryo grows and increases in size, the woman’s well-being will gradually deteriorate. Spasms and sharp pains appear in the abdomen, radiating to the lower back and perineum. There may be an increase in body temperature, sudden jumps in blood pressure, headaches, and dizziness.

What are the signs of an ectopic pregnancy that ends in tubal rupture?

Tubal rupture during ectopic pregnancy is observed at a later stage - 5 - 6 weeks. This is a very dangerous complication that can only be treated with surgery. In case of rupture, the woman needs hospitalization and emergency medical care. Characteristic signs of an ectopic pregnancy ending in tubal rupture:

• sharp, unbearable pain in the abdomen;
• uncontrolled bleeding;
• weakness, drop in blood pressure;
• blanching of the mucous membrane and skin;
• tremor of the limbs;
• cold sweat;
• deep fainting.