6 Early Pregnancy Signs And Symptoms
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Implantation Bleeding
Breast Changes
Breast changes are a major early sign of pregnancy. During pregnancy, hormone levels change after fertilization. Due to such changes, the breasts become sore, swollen and tingly after a week or two, Breasts may also become swollen, tingly or sore after a week or two. Breasts may feel tender or fuller to the touch. The areola, an area around the nipples can also darken during pregnancy.
Other changes can also contribute to breast changes. If the breast changes are an early pregnancy symptom you should keep in mind that it may take a number of weeks to get used to the new hormone levels. After you get used to the hormone levels, breast pains will ease up.
Morning Sickness
This is a common symptom of pregnancy however it doesn’t happen to all pregnant women. The main cause of the condition is not well known, but pregnancy hormones are likely to contribute to the condition. Nausea is also likely to happen at any time of the day but it’s most common in the morning. Some pregnant women can’t stand the smell of certain foods. Sometimes, food cravings, aversions and nausea can last for the entire pregnancy. Women should ensure they maintain a healthy diet so that their growing baby can get the necessary nutrients.
Missed Period
The most common early symptom of pregnancy that prompts most women to go for a pregnancy test. However, not all missed pregnancies are a cause of pregnancy. Pregnant women who experience bleeding during pregnancy should seek medical advice from the doctor. Besides pregnancy, there are other reasons for missing your monthly period. It could be fatigue, hormonal problems, stress or that you gained or lost weight. It’s also possible that you miss your monthly period when you stop taking birth control pills. You can consider getting a pregnancy test if your period is late and pregnancy is a possibility.
Fatigue
Tiredness is normal in pregnancy, starting early on. It is possible to feel abnormally tired seven days after the egg is fertilized. The fatigue is related to a high level of progesterone hormone. Other factors that contribute to fatigue during pregnancy include blood production boost, lower blood sugar levels and blood pressure. If your fatigue is pregnancy-related, it’s advisable to get plenty of rest and eat foods that are rich in iron and proteins to offset the feeling.
Early Pregnancy Discharge
Besides implantation bleeding, pregnant women may also experience white discharge from their vagina. This thickening is related to the thickening of vaginal walls which begins right after fertilization. The rapid growth of cells on the vaginal lining cause the milky discharge. This white discharge can continue all through the pregnancy but doesn’t require any treatment. If pregnant women experience a bad smell or itching sensation, they should seek medical advice to check if they have a Sexually Transmitted Disease, yeast infection or a bacterial infection.
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