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3 Very Early Pregnancy Signs

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Whether you are trying to become pregnant, or afraid that you are pregnant little changes in your body can be clues to a growing baby inside of you. Three very early signs of pregnancy include a missing a period, fatigue and breast pain. These are small indications that you may be expecting. Each one can have different reasons behind there appearance and aside from the missed period, not every woman will experience the symptoms the same way.

A missed period can be deceptive since slight bleeding can occur throughout the first three months. Typically though periods will end 2 weeks after fertilization. If you experience very regular periods it will be a more reliable symptom. This one is often one of the undeniable signs of pregnancy.

Breasts can become quite sore. Tender, enlarged breasts are caused from the body's changing hormone levels. They can also become tingly or have painful throbbing. The nipples themselves may even become more sensitive. The body needs to make adjustments and this early symptom is one that is unusual enough in most cases to prompt a blood test for pregnancy. This will most likely go away to a point as the body makes it's necessary adjustments. Needing to wear a less constricting bra, or one without scratchy lace or other embellishments may be something to consider if you are experiencing this symptom.

Fatigue is a difficult one to pinpoint. Although it is a early sign, it is often very hard to tell if you are tired from normal day to day life, stress or if you are truly pregnant. The type of fatigue is generally closer to exhaustion and is different than what normally is experienced. The body needs to adjust to the fluctuating hormones and direct more energy towards the growth of the baby and this can cause overwhelming waves of exhaustion that may make some women wonder if they are coming down with an illness. Getting a blood test to determine pregnancy is sometimes not the first thought when tired though.

3 Very Early Pregnancy Signs


Do Not Fear Abdominal Cramps During Early Pregnancy

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Only if you are experiencing lower abdominal pain is there a need to see your physician. Abdominal cramps and lower cramps are referred to as sporadic abdominal discomfort and it is a sign that your uterus is preparing itself to carry your baby over the next nine months. However, if the pain and abdominal cramps are accompanied by other factors as well, then you must visit your physician.

Ectopic pregnancy

During pregnancy, if the fertilized egg attaches outside of a woman's uterus then that condition is referred to as an Ectopic pregnancy. Normally, the egg would then attach itself to the fallopian tube and with early detection it can treated right away. Chances are if you have this kind of pregnancy along with the abdominal cramps you will also be suffering from chills, fever and spotting. In case this condition is diagnosed within a few weeks, it could be dangerous as the fallopian tubes can rupture. Abdominal cramps, pain and tenderness accompanied by lower back pain, dizziness and shoulder pain also point towards an Ectopic pregnancy. You must contact your physician right away if any of these symptoms persist during your early pregnancy.

Abdominal cramps and pain could also be a result of one of these simplest of things:

o    Since hormones slow your digestive system, abdominal cramps could be owing to bloating and gas.

o    The ever growing uterus also puts pressure against your abdomen.

o    Constipation can also cause abdominal pain, please contact your physician for the right kind of laxative.

o    The food you eat may not necessarily agree with you or the baby giving you heartburn. This leads to abdominal cramps.

Any time theabdominal cramps are severe and unbearable or accompanied by any other symptoms we discussed earlier, it is time to consult your physician. To tide over the normal abdominal cramps, you can follow these simple advices:

o    Apply a heat pad to your lower abdomen to relieve the abdominal cramps. Make sure it is not too hot to be uncomfortable! Do not take drugs that are not allowed and prescribed by your doctor, drugs like ibuprofen and NSAIDS are harmful during pregnancy. Your doctor may prescribe an acetaminophen for pain relief though.

o    Since the hormonal changes in your body slow down the digestion process, make sure you eat right. Indigestion and heartburn increase abdominal cramps. Include lots of fiber in your diet and drink plenty of water to avoid constipation.

o    During early pregnancy, you can also avoid abdominal cramps by abstaining from sex. Though sex does not hurt your baby or you, it may increase the cramping and spotting making you believe you are having a miscarriage.

o    Adequate rest and putting up your feet several times a day will make you feel reenergized and better equipped to handle minor discomforts and abdominal cramps.

Do Not Fear Abdominal Cramps During Early Pregnancy


Ectopic Pregnancy – An Ectopic Pregnancy May Prove Fatal!

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Pregnancy by itself can be a very stressful time for the mother-to-be. Add to that, all the complications that can occur during the gestation period, and it all becomes too much to handle! One complex situation that can arise is an "ectopic pregnancy" or a "tubal pregnancy", which if left untreated for long, can prove to be a life-and-death situation for the mother with child.

Neither of the couple is responsible for the ectopic pregnancy; it is just a mysterious quirk of nature. The pregnancy has to be terminated and this news brings grief to all concerned - the parents-to-be, other family members, relatives and friends. All the same, it is important that proper care is taken to ensure that the woman continues to remain healthy and fertile.

But before we go into the details of uncommon symptoms to watch out for, let us define an ectopic pregnancy, at least for the benefit of first-time pregnant women. When the egg is fertilized, it has to naturally implant itself in the uterus. In this case, it gets implanted either in the cervix or ovaries or fallopian tubes. The commonest 'outside place' for the fertilized ovum is the fallopian tubes; hence, another name for ectopic pregnancy is "tubal pregnancy".

This unusual condition can herald problems even before the woman is aware that she is carrying a child. For instance, she can experience such intense abdominal pain that she has to rush to a doctor for treatment. Other signs she can present with are low back pain, dizziness, and breakthrough bleeding or spotting. A sample of her urine is therefore taken to test for different hormones and chemicals present in the body. This is sufficient to reveal a positive pregnancy.

Now that the doctors know that the woman is pregnant, they have to look for the cause of her present symptoms. A pelvic exam is in the offing. An ultrasound can only be attempted after one and a half months or after six weeks. Of course, once the doctors suspect an ectopic pregnancy, the patient is put under close surveillance for they are well aware that the mother-to-be could lose her life if she is not careful, or possibly lose her fertility. A live birth is simply not possible! It is therefore imperative that close family members and friends understand the mother's agony and treat her with utmost respect.

As far as treatments go, the advancement of medical science has made ectopic pregnancy easier to deal with. Depending on how far advanced the pregnancy is, a suitable method of treatment is chosen.

If the problem is detected early, an injection is given to dissolve the fertilized egg; it is then reabsorbed into the woman's body. The reproductive organs are neither harmed nor scarred, ensuring that fertility is left intact. Surgery may be warranted for a long-term problem. Laser treatment is popular today as it can lessen the damage caused to the pregnant woman's body. Even after treatment, the patient's hormone levels are monitored for at least 3 months to ensure that no signs of an ectopic pregnancy have remained.

Ectopic Pregnancy - An Ectopic Pregnancy May Prove Fatal!


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