Vaginal discharge during pregnancy

For the women who get pregnant for the first time, you might be wondering about mucus discharge in early pregnancy. Some pregnant women experience this and you do not need to get panic when you are suffering from mucus discharge. There are many common symptoms of mucus discharge with your pregnancy as the pregnancy indicator. Due to this reason, you should not be afraid of it.

What is Mucus Discharge?As basic information, mucus discharge in early pregnancy is not different with secretion of common vaginal or ejection which usually occurs before or while women having their monthly period. According to some studies, the mucus discharge is not always similar, since the form of it might be just like paste or sticky liquid. Cervical mucus secretion after menstruation period is more yellowish. It is better for you to remember that there is discharge increase of the cervical mucus if women get pregnant.
Based on the experts and obstetricians, discharge of cervical mucus is related to the conception and ovulation. Mucus discharge itself is considered as additional support indicator of the pregnancy. The mucus discharge in early pregnancy will increase along with the pregnancy stages. In some cases, the discharge can come with trace of blood. It is the side effect of the discharge process. For normal case, the mucus is translucent and also stretchy. You do not need to worry or panic, since the mucus discharge is natural occurrence. It occurs to helps your body preparation for the pregnancy process. It is even helping the body to deliver the unborn baby later with easier process. Even though mucus discharge in early pregnancy is not dangerous and harmful, you still need to be cautious. You just need to keep yourself aware of anything which can happen to your pregnancy.
Cervical Mucous

When will it occur?

Cervical mucus will be discharged from the cervix for about 3 to 4 days after the ovulation process. The appearance of the mucus is like white substance of egg. The cervical mucus is actually watery or skinny liquid on the ovulation day. However, it will grow thicker following the ovulation. If the mucus discharge has pinkish or brownish texture, it might be the indication of early pregnancy. The mucus will be discharged from cervix as the normal implantation of egg or if the fertilization occurs within the ovary.
Cervical Mucus in Early Pregnancy
If you experience mucus discharge in early pregnancy, it is highly recommended for you to contact your personal doctor to get the check up. You should know that the cervical mucus itself cannot be good indicator for pregnancy sign. When you find the cervical mucus after the ovulation, your doctor or gynecologist can give you the advice from real status of your pregnancy.

Vaginal discharge Your doctors can give you the best advice for your condition. If you are real pregnant, your doctors can help you to take care of your pregnancy. Not only your professional doctor, but you also need to cooperate with your husbands. Both of you can learn about the symptoms of mucus discharge in early pregnancy and find the best solution if there is any problem.

When should I call my caregiver?

If there's a lot of thin, clear discharge, it can be hard for you to tell if it's just mucus or if you're leaking amniotic fluid. If you have any doubt, contact your midwife or doctor.
Call your practitioner right away if you're not yet at 37 weeks and you notice an increase in discharge or a change in the type of discharge (if it becomes watery, mucus-like, or bloody – even if it's just tinged with pink or brownish old blood). This can be a sign of preterm labor.
You should also call your caregiver if you suspect that you have an infection. If you have an odorless, whitish discharge that's causing you discomfort such as pain with urination or intercourse, soreness, itching, or burning – or your vulva looks inflamed – you might have a yeast infection.
If you notice a thin white or gray discharge with a fishy smell after sex (when the discharge mixes with semen), you may have a different kind of vaginal infection called bacterial vaginosis.

If your discharge is yellow or green and frothy with an unpleasant odor, you may have trichomoniasis, a common sexually transmitted infection. Other possible symptoms of trichomoniasis (or trich) include a red, irritated, or itchy vulva or vagina and discomfort while urinating or during intercourse.
If your discharge is foul-smelling or frothy or yellow, green, or gray, you might have a different kind of vaginal infection or a sexually transmitted infection, even if you don't have symptoms of irritation, itching, or burning.
In any case, if you think you have an infection, don't try to treat yourself with over-the-counter medications. The symptoms aren't always easy to distinguish, so it's important to first see your practitioner for a diagnosis to make sure you get appropriate treatment.
Is there anything I can do about all this discharge?
If the discharge is not due to an infection, there's nothing you can do to stop the flow, but you can use panty liners to absorb it if you need to. (Don't use tampons during pregnancy.)
To keep your genital area healthy, keep it clean, always wipe from front to back, and wear cotton underwear. Avoid tight pants, nylons, bubble bath, scented pads or toilet paper, feminine hygiene sprays, and scented or deodorant soaps.
And don't douche – douching can upset the normal balance of vaginal flora and increase your risk of a vaginal infection. What's more, doctors and midwives discourage douching during pregnancy because in rare cases it can introduce air into your circulatory system through the vagina, which can cause serious complications.
 

dr/srar elhawary

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