Seven Pregnancy Warning Signs

Most pregnancy symptoms are normal and go away on their own or after giving birth. Still, you need to be careful of any unusual signs to avoid complications during pregnancy. It is thus recommended that you visit a Jackson Heights pregnancy specialist if you have any concerns. Here are dangerous signs to look out for during the pregnancy journey.

1. Bleeding

Visit your gynecologist if you start bleeding heavily, especially while pregnant. Bleeding during the first trimester could be a sign you’re carrying an ectopic pregnancy. Ectopic pregnancy usually occurs when the fertilized egg attaches itself to the fallopian tube.

If you’re bleeding during the second or third trimester, it could be that you’re about to miscarry. When bleeding is accompanied by cramping in the last trimester, it could signify placental abruption. Any bleeding during pregnancy is serious, and you should contact your doctor immediately.

2. Burning sensation when peeing

The urge to pee increases as the belly gets bigger, and it’s normal. This usually happens when the bladder is pressed and can’t hold urine for long. However, if you always feel the urge to pee and only excrete a few drops, you could be having a urinary tract infection. Other signs to look for include:

• Chills
• Fever
• Burning sensation while peeing
• Bloodstains in the urine

Visit your doctor for treatment to avoid any complications.

3. Severe/Persistent vomiting

It’s normal for a pregnant woman to experience nausea and vomiting during the first trimester of the pregnancy. However, you should call your doctor if the morning sickness is accompanied by other symptoms such as bloody vomit and dizziness. The doctor will rule out any serious conditions such as hyperemesis gravidarum. Also, you’ll be given medicines to manage nausea.

 4. Baby’s activity reduces significantly

Pregnant women should monitor the fetus’s activities. Call your doctor if you feel that the movements have significantly reduced. You can try to eat or drink something cold and lie on your side to see if your baby is moving. If the remedy doesn’t help, the doctor can recommend an ultrasound to determine any serious problem.

 5. Your water breaks

It’s normal for your water break if you reach your due date. However, water breaking can be a warning sign, especially if it happens way before your due date. Ask for immediate medical attention if you notice that your water has broken and some contractions. Keep in mind that women tend to experience urine leakage during the last trimester, and they can mistake that for water breaking.

 6. Persistent headache, blurred vision, and abdominal pain

Experiencing such symptoms during pregnancy could be a sign you have preeclampsia. Preeclampsia is a disorder associated with high blood pressure and swelling during pregnancy. Call your gynecologist to have your blood pressure checked.

It’s normal to feel sick during pregnancy. However, it’s recommended to visit your doctor if you experience the above symptoms. Book an appointment with Raveco Medical gynecologists, and they will support you during and after your pregnancy. Their dedicated team is always ready to attend to you in case of an emergency.