Allocations at the beginning of pregnancy should alert the woman, but not cause panic. Any of us understands that you just need to regularly visit the gynecologist and inform him of all your complaints in order to find out the cause of the anxiety and not worry in vain, because such experiences are harmful to the child. However, vigilance is still not harmful.
Similar secretions can be of different colors: from transparent to dark brown. Our task is to talk about those of them that are the norm during pregnancy, and in the presence of which medical care is needed.
So, the discharge at the beginning of pregnancy should be transparent in color, odorless and not abundant. As a rule, in their characteristic signs, they are similar to the liquid that appears in the second half of the standard cycle. Alternatively, mucus similar to chicken egg protein is possible. The mucous membrane of the reproductive system synthesizes secretions in order to protect it and much more. In particular, they perform a transport function: they help the sperm to reach the egg.
Every woman knows what should be discharge during pregnancy. In addition to a transparent color and lack of smell, they should not cause discomfort and itching. In the first trimester of pregnancy, an active restructuring of the body occurs. Basically, this refers to the hormonal background. The fact is that progesterone contributes to the appearance of viscous and thick mucus, which is also allowed during this period of time. Its active production contributes to the attachment of the embryo and the formation of the placenta. During this period, the discharge is viscous and not abundant.
Allocations in the first weeks of pregnancy create a mucous plug. It is formed in order to close the entrance to the uterus and protect the embryo from infection.
Very often, whitish mucus appears on the woman’s underwear, which has a curdled texture, sour smell and is released in large quantities. This is a sign of thrush (i.e. vaginal candidiasis). In addition, there is discomfort in the perineum, which intensifies at night, after intercourse and bathing. As a rule, the disease is often found in pregnant women, because the protective functions of the body are reduced, which contributes to the activation of fungi. Sometimes there are cases when vaginal candidiasis is not cured throughout pregnancy, and after the baby is born, it is eliminated medically or independently.
If a woman is concerned about spotting at the beginning of pregnancy, then there is a risk of developing pathology and spontaneous miscarriage. Also, an ectopic pregnancy may become their possible cause. As a rule, such secretions can be both abundant and almost imperceptible, both pale pink and bright red. If they are abundant and accompanied by abdominal pain, an ambulance should be called immediately.
The appearance of spotting brown discharge , as a rule, is considered the norm. They arise when a woman should have a menstruation.
If the discharge at the beginning of pregnancy is yellow, this indicates an exacerbation of the inflammatory process. When they also have an unpleasant odor, it is believed that the development of pathogenic microflora occurs. A woman should remember that the inflammatory process in the first trimester can cause a miscarriage, because it can affect the mucous membrane of the uterus, where the fetus develops.
Also sometimes erosion of the cervix begins to bleed. Still, this can happen after intercourse or a gynecological examination. This is due to the fact that the mucous membrane becomes very sensitive, because there are changes in the synthesis of hormones. But because of this, you should not cancel your visits to the doctor. If you do not have pathologies, there should be several examinations for the entire pregnancy.