Is a menstrual period while pregnant possible? Or does early bleeding in pregnancy unconditionally mean you are not pregnant? Find out here.

Could you be any more excited?


You wait and hope for your period to be late. Then a small trickle of blood appears. The menstrual period is on its way. Or is it? For sure? To continue to hope and make all sorts of explanations for yourself why you are bleeding and still pregnant is very common. (Yes,I have been there, done that. Many times.)
Bleeding During Early Pregnancy


If you have bleeding when you are in the first trimester (first three months) of your pregnancy, this is vaginal bleeding, not a period while pregnant. It is not rare although you still should consult your doctor. This bleeding sometimes occurs a few days after conception when the egg attaches to the wall of the uterus. This can be anywhere from 5 to 10 days after conceiving. The bleeding may seem like an actual period, however it is not. Instead it is called an "implantation bleeding" and is just that; a small bleeding as the egg diggs into the uterine wall. So this is actually a positive spotting, that occurs prior to the day when your period is due.

There are women who bleed regularly for the first two or three months after becoming pregnant. Because the bleeding occurs regularly, it is mistaken for a period. What it actually is caused by is the hormonal changes your body is going through and is often called "early pregnancy bleeding". This is not uncommon and is one of the reasons women think they are having a period.

Sometimes there may be a blood clot that will appear on the placenta along the outer edge. Called a subchorionic bleed, this is not rare and will normally clear up on its own. This can cause bleeding that is similar to a period. You should let your physician know so they can keep track of the situation as a precaution.

Another reason may be due to the hormones get a little wacky. They may cause parts of the uterine wall lining. Because it has not totally attached itself to the placenta, parts of it will be shed. Although this sounds serious, it is actually a common occurrence and should not be a concern.

If you get pregnant while on birth control pills, you could have bleeding for several months. This is confusing because you are unable to pinpoint the exact date of your last period. The doctor will have to do an ultrasound to figure out when the baby is actually due.


Bleeding During Late Pregnancy

There are several reasons you could bleed during the latter part of your pregnancy. Obviously this late in pregnancy no period while pregnant is involved ;-)

Bleeding during late pregnancy can be a lot more serious than early bleeding and should be reported at once to your physician. One of the reasons could be a placental abruption. This is when the placenta separates from the uterine wall. This does not occur often, but is more prevalent among certain women. If you have had a history of this, it is more apt to happen. Placental abruption is a very serious and life threatening condition for both the mother and child, so call 911 if you start bleeding abundantly.

Another very serious condition is called placenta previa. This happens when the placenta blocks the cervix. If this is suspected, it is imperative that you be treated immediately. Women who have given birth by cesarean section or have had multiple uterine surgeries are more prone to this condition.

Early labor can cause bleeding as well. This should also be checked out immediately. Any time bleeding occurs when you are pregnant it is best to be on the safe side and inform your doctor. Late pregnancy bleeding is more of a call for alarm than early pregnancy bleeding. Only he or she will know if it is something to be concerned about or if it is a common occurrence.

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