Patient's question:
Sometimes during the early stages of pregnancy, vaginal bleeding may also be accompanied by abdominal pain or feel similar to vaginal pain. What could be the reason? My last menstrual period was on July 28th, and on August 23rd, I took a pregnancy test which came back positive. It should be around 40 days now. Last night when I went to the bathroom, it seemed like the faint color of the first day of my period, except for very small, dead skin-like things. Sometimes it's also accompanied by abdominal pain. On August 25th, I had the same symptoms.Medical history and treatment: I haven't been treated for it, and there are no hereditary diseases in my family. My husband has colitis and diarrhea.
The kind of help I need: I'm a bit upset and don't know what's happening. Is it vaginal inflammation or an ectopic pregnancy?
Doctor's answer:
Generally speaking, the common reasons for vaginal bleeding in early pregnancy include the following:Physiological sloughing: After conception, the physiological reaction of the embryo implanting can cause some sloughing. This does not require treatment; simply maintaining external genital hygiene is sufficient. Other more serious conditions include: miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, and molar pregnancy.
It could also be due to overexertion: If a pregnant woman is overly exhausted in the early stages of pregnancy or experiences high work pressure, it may lead to minimal vaginal sloughing. However, in clinical diagnosis, any vaginal bleeding should be taken seriously. If there is a possibility of miscarriage, timely treatment to preserve the pregnancy should be administered. It is recommended to undergo a thorough examination to diagnose the specific cause and then address it accordingly.