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Spotting in early pregnancy - just how common is it?

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ermentrude · 02/07/2004 20:42

Just got a positive test yesterday but have been spotting (mostly brown coloured but some red) from about 3 or 4 days past ovulation. It has died down - period was due yesterday but still getting occasional spotting mainly red now. It is only when I wipe and doesn't warrant any sanitary protection (ie very light). Test was positive yesterday.

Had something similar with first pregnancy although I think that I was a few weeks further on.

Just how common is it? Whilst I feel fairly positive about it all I will check it out with the doctor. I am also aware that it is early days and a case of 'wait and see'. I was just curious as to how common it actually is.

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musica · 02/07/2004 20:51

I had some spotting with dd - some at around the time my period was due, and then some at around 8 weeks. I had a scan at 8 weeks, and all was well. Hope things go well with you, and congratulations!

bunny2 · 02/07/2004 21:03

Hi ermentude, congratulations again, Im glad it all turned out so well. Spotting is so common, I have had it throughout this pregnancy. It is usually nothing to worry about, just put it down to hormones. If you mention it to your gp he might refer you for a scan as spotting can occassionally be a sign of an ectopic pg.

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ermentrude · 02/07/2004 22:02

i was going to make a gp appointment for later this week anyway so i will definitely mention it...it has been since about 4dpo....

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Mirage · 02/07/2004 23:30

Congratulations.

It sounds like implantation bleeding-when the embryo attatches itself to the lining of your womb.I had bleeding at 10.5 & 12 weeks pregnant & we never did find out why.It is surprisingly common & after mentioning it to friends,I discovered more people who'd had bleeding than hadn't.My mum bled every month through her pregnancy with my sister & didn't even realise she was expecting until she was 4 months gone.

I would mention it to your Dr,as it can be a sign of Ectopic pregnancy,as Bunny2 has mentioned.You will probably get an early scan.

Hope it goes well for you.

deb5 · 15/07/2004 23:46

I am on my fifth pregnancy - unfortunately losing 3 of them. I had a scan at 5 and 6 weeks after spotting for a week and was re-assured as a heartbeat was found. However, at 8 weeks today I have had some redder blood loss twice and am terrified my baby has died. Somebody help me.

bunny2 · 16/07/2004 15:15

Hi deb, apparently up to 50% of women do spot in the first 12 wks and most go on to have a baby at the end of the pregnancy. I am pregnant for the 4th time, I have lost 2 babies and have one lovely son. When I was pg with him I spotted but it was put down to cervical erosion, with #2 I spotted and miscarried, with #3 I didnt spot at all but still miscarried, now with #4 I am 20 wks and have spotted on and off throughout (including a tiny bit last night) but all is fine and the baby is kicking. So, the lesson I have learnt is that spotting doesnot necessarily = miscarriage. Do you have an Early Pregnancy Unit close to you? Mine have been brilliant and have scanned me several times after my spotting turned into something a bit heavier. They have been really sympathetic and helpful throughout.

Tinker · 16/07/2004 15:32

deb - hope you're ok. I miscarried 4 weeks ago and my EPU told me that they will do reassurance scans for future pregenancies. Please contact yours - directly of via your GP - to find out what's happening. Fingers crossed x

Mirage · 16/07/2004 20:33

Deb5,I hope your spotting has stopped.Tinker's suggestion to contact the EPU is a good one,ours will see you without a Drs referral if you've had previous losses.

Bunny2 is right about how common spotting is too.I think if I remember correctly,one a heartbeat is seen on a scan,the chances of miscarriage drop dramatically-something like a 90% chance that everything will be fine.

I hope you can get some reassurance,from past experience I know how heartstopping bleeding can be.I bled for a week-bright red blood & fairly heavy,twice during my pregnancy with DD & she arrived just fine.

I will keep everything crossed for you.

honeybunny · 16/07/2004 20:45

Deb5- hope things have settled down. I've had spotting in all 4 of my pregnancies. I'm currently pg(18/40) and spotted daily until about 13weeks. My EPU were happy to scan me for reassurances sake. No cause was ever found and pg so far is fine. Hope yours will be too.
Good luck.

deb5 · 16/07/2004 21:47

Many thanks to all of you who sent a message in response to my worries. I feel a little better now I know that there is still a chance things will be ok. Even though I have previously had 3 miscarraiges, each pregnancy is different. I am thankful I have a beautiful 3 year old son and only hope my baby survives so he can have a sibling.

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mummyintexas · 16/07/2004 23:04

I had some spotting at about 9 weeks - went into the doctor who did a scan a said all was fine. I'm sure it is for you too. Perhaps best to go to to the doctor? I think it is quite common so don't worry about it - a good excuse to sit down and put your feet up (the nurses advice before I went to see the doctor)!
Many congratulations!

highlander · 17/07/2004 06:34

I had it on and off for 12wks - like you say, never any need for a panty liner or anything.

sweetkitty · 17/07/2004 12:10

I had 2 bleeds one at 9 weeks a lot of bright red blood I was terrified but scan showed everythign was OK, had another at 10 weeks less blood this time went back to the EPU and they scanned again and everything was fine. I'm now nearly 37 weeks.

I wouldn't hesitate going along to the EPU again if you wait they will see you that day and it is well worth it to out your mind at rest.

I hope things are OK for everyone whos worried.

deb5 · 17/07/2004 22:36

I am devastated. I phoned the early pregnancy unit today to inform them of the bleeding at 8 weeks and they brought the scan forward. They informed me the sac was measuring 8 weeks but that the baby had died. AGAIN. This is my 4th miscarraige. I can't believe. I know of a couple of people who have lost one baby but NO ONE who has lost two let alone FOUR. My son will be four this year and although I thank god I have him, I desperately want him to have a sibling.

littlemissbossy · 17/07/2004 22:40

Oh Deb5, I'm so sorry for you. I know it's hard but please don't give up hope, I have a friend who had multiple miscarriages but still carried full-term and delivered a perfectly healthy girl. Hopefully some other mumsnetters will be along with more advice soon. Take care lmbx

Samcj · 17/07/2004 22:41

So sorry Debs. Have you been having treatment to try and find the cause of these miscarriages? I don't know much but there are causes quite often, many of which can be treated. Look after yourself, and I'm sure there are many others like you, please don't feel a failure. Please look after yourself.

Tinker · 17/07/2004 22:59

deb - so sorry to hear this. I don't know if it's much consolation but I had a friend who had 3 miscarriages and an ectopic and then went on to have very healthy boy. She also had one already.

popsycal · 17/07/2004 23:03

oh den
i am so sorry
thinking of you

popsycal · 17/07/2004 23:03

so sorry - should say deb
apologies

bunny2 · 17/07/2004 23:08

really, really sorry. . You must be heartbroken.

I had 2 miscarriages in a row, one at 12 wks and one at 14. I had some investigations done after my second one, I think normally they investigate after 3. Can you get a referral to a recurrent miscarriage clinic?

Also, do you have Leslie Regans book "Miscarriage, what every woman needs to know". I was ent a copy by another Mumsnetter, HewlettsDaughter, after my second one. I read it a hundred times and found out alot about the different conditions that might be causing me to miscarry. I am happy to pass the book onto you. Pls let me know if you would like it.

sibble · 17/07/2004 23:21

deb5, my heart goes out to you, I know the heartbreak of 1 miscarriage and can only imagine how you must be feeling now. Once you get your head together push for a referal as bunny2 says. My thoughts are with you and your family.

deb5 · 18/07/2004 13:48

Thank you to everyone who sent their sympathies regarding my miscarriage. (Message posted 12the July). I did not have access to the internet when I had my previous 3 miscarriages, but reading about other peoples experiences and chatting certainly helps ease the pain this time.
I am lucky to have my son (age 3) and hope that everyone else who has had a miscarriage but yet no successful pregnancy will not have to wait too long to carry and hold and hug their own baby. xxx

hana · 18/07/2004 21:54

deb, so sorry to hear about your m/c. This is a great place to vent and sort things out. Try to get a referral to a Miscarriage Clinic (when you're ready)
look after yourself

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