What are the early signs of pregnancy. When is the best time to get tested ...
Feeling a slight malaise, a woman is sometimes in doubt: are these symptoms the first signs of pregnancy?
To be sure, you need to know exactly how pregnancy develops, what clinical picture is typical for the early stages, and how you can make sure that you have a pregnancy using modern methods.
A mature egg is released from the ovary into the fallopian tube. Under appropriate conditions, it is fertilized with the most active sperm.
In this case, fertilization may be slightly delayed in time. Sometimes this requires several days, since the sperm move at a speed of about 2 cm / hour.
From the moment of fertilization, the zygote begins to divide. From each of its cells, 2 new ones are born.
The fission process is extremely fast. Already by the 8th week of pregnancy, the basic life support systems are laid in the embryo.
However, the zygote is not only divided. She needs to find a place where she can attach to the wall and continue to grow without lack of nutrients. Therefore, the fertilized egg continues its path through the fallopian tube, slowly approaching the uterus.
This journey takes 1-2 weeks. Only after embryo implantation can we talk about the onset of pregnancy.
The first likely signs of pregnancy
While the egg is traveling through the fallopian tube, the woman's body carefully prepares for pregnancy.
As a result, the hormonal background changes, which has a significant effect on chemical reactions and blood composition.
At this moment, the woman begins to feel the first signs that allow judging the beginning of pregnancy. They can be characterized as hypothetical, since at this stage the pregnancy has not yet received confirmation.
- Soreness in the pelvic area.
In the earliest stages of pregnancy, the stomach most often hurts at the time of implantation of the ovum.
At this time, there may be a slight tingling sensation on the side where the egg is attached.
- Unusual vaginal discharge.
This is another sign of early pregnancy.
Their color may change somewhat. The discharge is often whitish and more profuse. This is due to the high production of progesterone.
If the discharge resembles a curdled mass, smells unpleasant and causes itching, it is necessary to be examined for. can sometimes provoke a miscarriage. - a sign of genital infection.
The discomfort is due to swelling of the mammary glands. The areola of the nipple becomes especially sensitive.
Often women complain that the pain is caused by a simple touch of the nipple. It is considered a very dubious sign.
Even the same woman with her first child may have severe chest pains as a symptom of pregnancy, and a sign of a second pregnancy in the early stages may, on the contrary, be a complete absence of painful sensations.
- Change in taste.
This sign of pregnancy appears after a delay in menstruation.
Previously favorite foods cause disgust and bouts of nausea. Sometimes a woman is sincerely surprised why the sight of a fried chicken leads to vomiting, and the smell of laundry soap seems like a heavenly aroma.
Similar signs are evidence of hormonal changes and. Adaptation of the organism proceeds according to the individual scheme. In one woman, the urge to vomit may be absent, in another, the smell and type of food leads to indomitable vomiting.
To reduce unpleasant symptoms, it is often enough to eliminate their cause by getting rid of foods that provoke attacks of nausea, as well as spending enough time walking and sleeping.
Severe toxicosis with repeated vomiting can be a sign of multiple pregnancy.
- Feeling completely overwhelmed.
Many women at the beginning of pregnancy have a constant urge to cry or throw a tantrum. This state is characteristic of almost every woman in an "interesting" position. Apathy, depression and fatigue will pass as soon as the adaptation of the body to new conditions is completed.
- Changes in the work of the digestive system.
Many women will feel what a change in intestinal microflora means. Possible diarrhea and constipation, bloating, increased flatulence.
- Frequent urination.
The growth of the zygote significantly affects the organs located near the uterus, in particular, the bladder. Therefore, frequent urination is observed already from the 5th week, when the uterus begins to rapidly increase in size, and continues until the 12-13th week.
In addition, the bladder now responds to less fluid volume due to the rush of blood to the pelvis.
- Easy.
Often, the malaise is accompanied by sinus congestion and chills common to SARS.
If within a few days the condition does not worsen and the cold does not manifest itself in full glory, one can suspect that the change in hormonal levels inherent in pregnancy is to blame.
- Decreased tone of blood vessels.
In this case, the woman complains of weakness, dizziness and headaches.
Hypotension also negatively affects the fetus, as it does not receive the required amount of oxygen and nutrients.
If hypotension can be caused by pregnancy, hypertension is a disease caused by other causes. In any case, an examination and appropriate treatment are necessary under the supervision of a gynecologist.
The list of the listed symptoms can be supplemented by external signs of pregnancy. Already in the first week after conception, the skin condition may change.
Often the T-zone of the face and the areola of the nipple darkens due to increased pigmentation. By the end of the first trimester, a dark line will be visible on the skin, stretching from the fundus of the uterus to the pubis.
The work of the sebaceous glands can be normalized and acne almost completely disappear. Unusual signs of pregnancy include: increased sweating, brittle hair and nails.
The condition of the teeth often worsens. All these signs appear as a consequence of fetal development. The child takes from the mother's body the substances necessary for its own development.
You can improve your appearance by resorting to a balanced diet with lots of fruits and vegetables.
It is better to consult a gynecologist who will advise which ones should be taken.
Personal experience
My first pregnancy came when I was 19 years old. This is not counting two attempts when miscarriages happened. How happy I was when I saw the cherished 2 strips on the test.
Taking into account that I was once diagnosed with infertility (and no doctor can make it 100%), I did not try to get pregnant fanatically. Probably, therefore, she did not attach particular importance to primary signs. As it turned out later, it was only at the 6th week of pregnancy that I felt that the body began to change.
Before menstruation, one in two girls may experience a rash on the face and pain in the mammary glands. After the end of the cycle, the pain goes away. It remained just as strong for me, sometimes it was impossible to sleep on my stomach. Mom immediately noticed an increase in breasts by one size. To say that I got better - no. I then lost about 10 kg due to stress, treatment, etc.
My husband often began to reproach me for feeling unwell - I slept a lot, my appetite disappeared, I became very moody. The last factor is not manifested in all girls. At the same time, sexual intercourse, even at such an early date, caused a lot of inconvenience. This worried me.
But because of my convictions, I thought that this was the usual fatigue due to work, lack of sleep and problems at work. I couldn't relax. and, of course, the delay. Although, according to my calculations, I got pregnant just in the last days of menstruation, some kind of miracle.
I did not betray much value, because for me it was normal - hormonal disruptions, and other problems. If it were not for my mother, who believed in fortitude, I would not have taken the test and found my baby at 6 weeks old.
With the second pregnancy, everything was different. I was 20 years old, still young, inexperienced. Since I was breastfeeding my first child, the pregnancy occurred during lactation. There was no less milk, but already at 2-3 weeks I felt pain in my stomach.
This fact was used to create special strips showing an excess of the concentration of chorionic gonadotropin.
A too bright second strip on the test may be a sign of twin pregnancy.
With kidney pathology or heavy fluid intake, the test may show an incorrect result. Therefore, it is recommended to repeat the procedure after 2-3 days.
A home test is not a substitute for medical diagnosis. In the composition of human chorionic gonadotropin, alpha and beta-hCG are present.
The presence of pregnancy can be judged by an increase in the concentration of beta-hCG. Therefore, within 8-12 days after the date of the alleged conception, a blood test for hCG will dispel your doubts.
Every 2 days there is a twofold increase in the concentration of the hormone. A similar dynamics is observed up to 7-10 weeks. Then, the indicator starts to decline slowly.
In parallel with a blood test, it is recommended to undergo an ultrasound examination.
If conventional ultrasound is able to recognize pregnancy 15-20 days after the delay, transvaginal ultrasound, a method of introducing a special sensor through the vagina, gives the result 10-14 days after the delay.
At 8-10 weeks of pregnancy, an ultrasound scan of the abdomen can show a fertilized egg. However, the definition of pregnancy is not always 100% reliable with the help of ultrasound. The reason for this may be outdated equipment or low qualification of personnel.
Sometimes pregnancy is confused with fibroids. Old equipment simply isn't capable of considering early pregnancy. Even doctors warn that it is worth conducting research no earlier than 10 days after the delay in order to reduce the likelihood of error.
What are the initial signs accompanied by multiple pregnancy?
It can be recognized already on the basis of the first signs.
So, many women complain of excessive fatigue and drowsiness.
This condition lasts much longer than in a normal pregnancy. The body is under heavy stress, carrying twins.
To feed the embryos, you need 2 times more oxygen and other substances that are taken from a woman.
It is possible that toxicosis will manifest itself much earlier and stronger. However, this symptom develops individually and a healthy woman with multiple pregnancy may not feel unwell.
Since 2 or more embryos develop, the production of hCG is especially intense. Therefore, a pregnancy test can give a striking result in the form of a bold and distinct strip.
Multiple pregnancies are determined fairly accurately by the AFP test.
Alphafetoprotein is an embryonic protein that is produced by the gastrointestinal tract and the liver of the fetus after the 5th week of pregnancy.
Protein is also present in the woman's blood, its indicator proportionally increases with the growth of the fetus. Exceeding the permissible concentration usually indicates abnormalities in the development of the fetus, but it can also be a sign of multiple pregnancy.
Two developing fetuses provide rapid weight gain. An increase in the entire pregnancy of about 12 kilograms is considered normal. A woman pregnant with twins gains 16-21 kilograms
If ultrasound is considered a sufficiently accurate method for detecting a normal pregnancy, the device is not able to "view" twins in the early stages. Therefore, twins can be guaranteed with confidence only at 5-6 weeks, when the heartbeat of the embryos can be detected.
In order for the pregnancy to proceed without risks and to successfully end with the birth of a healthy baby, after the first signs appear, it is necessary to register with a gynecological consultation.
For any woman, pregnancy is an important event. Some have been waiting for this happy moment for years and listen to any changes in their body in the hope of giving birth to a long-awaited baby, others are afraid to learn this news because of insecurity in their partner, accidental unprotected contacts, etc. Life situations may be different, but one point unites everyone: it is important for every woman to catch the first signs of pregnancy as soon as possible and understand that an interesting situation has come.
The first symptoms of pregnancy, which appear before the delay in menstruation, are called subjective. The pregnancy itself after conception occurs within 7-10 days, so much time is needed to move the fertilized egg to the uterus.
From the moment the ovum is fixed, various changes in the body begin to be observed, signs appear that may indicate the likelihood of an interesting situation.
A single manifestation of one of the earliest signs of pregnancy does not give confidence in conception, but if a combination of two or more symptoms is observed, then it is already possible to tune in to expecting a baby.
Sleep disturbance
Recently, more and more doctors are inclined to consider sleep disturbance as one of the signs of pregnancy. Insomnia occurs in every second woman waiting for replenishment in the family, and is usually associated with hormonal changes in the body. There are also possible psychological and pathological reasons for this condition.
Nausea
One of the earliest, most basic and most common symptoms is nausea. Aversion to food can occur only in the morning or throughout the day, it can alternate with a desire to eat something unusual or not eat at all.
Often, nausea is accompanied by vomiting, in this case, a woman must make up for the loss of fluid and drink more clean water.
If nausea manifests itself more than 20 times a day, it is advisable to seek medical help, it may be necessary to further monitor the state of health in the hospital.
Soreness in the lower abdomen
A few days after fertilization, some women may complain of pulling pains in the lower abdomen, which disappear without a trace after 2-3 days. Sometimes pain can be accompanied by scanty bloody discharge, the duration of which is no more than 2 days. Such signs indicate the adaptation of the organism to the presence of the embryo.
Back pain
Women who are preparing for childbirth for the first time usually complain of the occurrence of periodic pulling pain in the lumbar region. Soreness is explained by an increase in the size of the uterus to accommodate a growing embryo and is observed throughout pregnancy.
Migraine
The greatest number of migraine complaints occurs in the first trimester of pregnancy, and this is due to an increase in blood volume and a sharp change in hormonal levels. An attack can begin suddenly from any stimulus or stress.
Change in appetite
Often, the appearance and course of pregnancy is accompanied by a dramatic change in taste preferences. Once familiar food suddenly seems completely unsuitable and even disgusting, and products that have never previously been consumed in an ordinary diet are becoming more in demand.
Some may feel hungry all the time from the first days of pregnancy.
Emotionality, irritability
Hormonal changes in a woman against the background of other signs of pregnancy, of course, affect the emotional sphere: continuous mood swings, anxiety, rage, irritability - all this is most clearly manifested in the first days and months of pregnancy.
These conditions are natural and temporary.
Sensitivity to odors
Almost all women pay attention to an increase in their sensitivity to odors in the early stages of pregnancy. It is believed that it is this factor that causes nausea and vomiting. The perception of smells in everyone develops and proceeds in different ways: some react sharply to the aromas of perfumes, others to products.
Change in sex drive
Hormonal changes in the body with the onset of pregnancy can both increase sexual desire and cause rejection of intimacy.
In the second case, it can be triggered by the presence of additional signs of pregnancy, such as nausea, insomnia, fatigue.
Other signs of pregnancy
These include an increase in breast sensitivity, fever and chills, which change several times a day. In rare cases, an allergic reaction may appear that has not happened before.
External symptoms and signs
Swelling of the face and limbs
There should be no swelling in the first months. If, nevertheless, this phenomenon begins to appear before the period of 20 weeks, then this often speaks of kidney or cardiovascular disease, which resulted in the development of pregnancy.
In any case, if such signs occur, a doctor's consultation is required.
There is a belief that if a girl has acne during pregnancy - a sure sign of a girl's appearance, and if the skin remains clean, we are waiting for a boy. Believe it or not, it's up to you to decide.
One thing can be stated with obvious certainty: the appearance of acne on the face is one of the first signs of pregnancy, and it is associated with active changes in the hormonal background of the expectant mother.
Bloating
Flatulence, or bloating, is another sign of pregnancy and can appear 7-14 days after conception. But this sign of a woman is rarely called, it begins to manifest itself especially brightly later - with the development of the fetus and the deterioration of the intestines.
Breast augmentation
From the first weeks, women may notice breast enlargement, complain of pain or tingling in the mammary glands. This is easily explained by the proliferation of the glandular tissue of the breast and milk ducts, which is caused by an increase in estrogen and.
Often women pay attention to this physical sign earlier than others.
Darkening of the skin around the nipples
Simultaneously with breast augmentation, there may be a change in the color of the nipples, areola, the appearance of bumps around the nipples (Montgomery glands). The nipples themselves can react sharply to touch, women can feel pain and burning.
Redness of the face
As a result of intense blood circulation, a blush may appear on the face, more often it can be observed in the evening.
Other external signs
Additional signs of the emergence of a new life may be an increase in the venous pattern on the chest, in the lower abdomen, a change in the color of the conditional line going down from the center of the navel is possible - it becomes pigmented and gradually darkens.
Physiological and laboratory changes
In addition to subjective symptoms, the presence or absence of pregnancy will help determine physiological signs and laboratory tests.
The main sign by which a woman most often determines that she is pregnant is a delay in her period. A slight delay does not indicate the presence of a position, but if previously hormonal disorders were not observed and in the recent past there were no psychoemotional disorders, then, together with other signs, this may confirm the presence of a fetus.
Increased basal temperature
If at a certain time menstruation does not occur, it makes sense to measure the internal (or basal) body temperature when the thermometer is inserted into the rectum for 5 minutes.
In this case, it is necessary to clearly follow the rules, if not observed, you can get incorrect results.
- It is necessary to carry out the procedure in the morning, without getting out of bed, to keep as still as possible.
- To obtain accurate data on the state of the body, the temperature is measured over several days at the same time.
If the body temperature exceeds 37 degrees, it is worth contacting a gynecologist. The likelihood of pregnancy is high.
With the onset of pregnancy, a special hormone begins to be produced in the female body - human chorionic gonadotropin, which is formed by the tissues of the fetus. This hormone preserves the fetus and affects the course of pregnancy.
Chorionic gonadotropin begins to form by the cells of the embryo 7-10 days after fertilization of the egg at the time of the embryo's attachment to the uterine wall. One of the objective signs of pregnancy is precisely the increase in chorionic gonadotropin, which can be determined in the blood already on the 6-8th day from the intended conception.
The presence of more than 25 mU / ml in the blood indicates the presence of pregnancy, if this indicator is slightly lower, a second analysis is needed. It is possible to speak unambiguously about the absence of a fetus with indicators less than 5 mU / ml. The increase in hCG rates lasts up to 12 weeks of pregnancy, then gradually decreases.
HCG analysis is the most accurate method for determining pregnancy, timing and possible pathologies. To obtain correct analysis results, it is important to observe several rules: it is better to carry out the analysis on the 3-5th day after a delay in menstruation or on the 12-14th day after the approximate date of conception; it is advisable not to eat 4-6 hours before the analysis.
Symptoms of conception by children of different sex
More or less reliable data on the sex of the child can be obtained using medical methods.
- Ultrasound is a routine examination that is carried out no more than 3 times in 9 months of pregnancy (100% accuracy of the result).
- Amiocentesis - the analysis is associated with the piercing of the fetal bladder, is prescribed in case of fear of a genetic disease, it can have unpleasant consequences for the mother and baby (only for determining the sex of the child is not used).
- DNA test. Surprisingly, but with the help of a DNA test, it is possible to determine the sex of the child from the mother's blood starting from the 40th day of pregnancy (100% certainty).
- Gender test. The sex of the child is determined in the same way as the determination of pregnancy occurs - using a test at home. It turns out that the sex hormones of the unborn baby are present in the urine of a pregnant woman. When urine is combined with a reagent, if the strip turns out to be green, we are waiting for a boy, and orange - for a girl (data accuracy - 90%).
In addition to the above methods for determining the sex of the child, for centuries people have tried to guess the sex of the unborn child on their own, invented signs that were passed down from generation to generation. Some of them have survived to this day and are still used in sex determination.
The earliest signs of pregnancy in a boy
It is possible to expect a boy by the following signs:
- if a woman has a sharp stomach, the waist is preserved behind;
- the child kicks violently and often in the stomach;
- constant desire to eat salty;
- swelling of the legs;
- clean, smooth facial skin;
- the first months of pregnancy are easy.
The first signs of pregnancy by a girl in the early stages
The following signs are relevant:
- deterioration in appearance, problems with the skin of the face;
- if the belly is encircling, there is no waist from the back;
- darkening of the areola of the nipples;
- the first months of pregnancy are difficult.
Conclusion
You can listen to the subjective reasons for pregnancy and assume its presence, but only physiological changes and medical tests can reliably report this. If you notice the first symptoms of pregnancy, contact a specialist right away.
For any woman, pregnancy is an exciting period of her life. At the same time, not a single woman, not a single pregnancy, can pass without various changes in her body.
The first external signs of pregnancy include:
- delayed menstruation. If a girl clearly monitors her menstrual cycle, then even one day of delay is a reason to think about a possible pregnancy.
- drowsiness, fatigue. Many women, not yet knowing about their delicate situation, begin to feel weak, get tired faster at work. They are constantly drawn to sleep. This is due to the fact that the body is rebuilding itself to its new state;
- painful sensations in the chest. In many women, the breasts begin to swell and hurt even before the expected day of delay in menstruation;
- nausea and vomiting. This state is completely uncontrollable. You can feel unwell at any time of the day, but most of them have attacks of nausea and vomiting in the morning. This external sign occurs quite often;
- frequent urination. The uterus of a pregnant woman begins to enlarge, and its location has not yet changed. Therefore, the uterus presses a little on the bladder and visits to the toilet become much more frequent;
- strange taste preferences. The reasons why women have strange addictions to various foods, scientists have not yet been established. But some girls in a position often have a great desire to eat something specific. And there is also a combination of any products that in the usual state she would never eat together;
- constipation. This problem is caused by progesterone, which is secreted in all women in position.
The visible signs of pregnancy can be: swelling or pallor of the woman. The body begins to rebuild to work in a new way, and from the first days of conception, problems with the withdrawal of fluid from the body may begin. After a few weeks, these visible signs will leave the pregnant woman for a while, but by the third trimester she will definitely return again. 
Of course, the main external signs of pregnancy appear in the second half of the term. The main such sign is the belly, which is growing at an incredible speed. The fullness of a woman becomes visible to everyone around her. It is not possible to hide this sign, especially in recent months.
How strongly this or that visible sign manifests itself depends on the specific organism. In some women, external signs are very noticeable, while in others, a delicate situation can be noticed only by
Conception of a child can be planned and desired, or vice versa. Therefore, it is so important to understand and study the first signs of pregnancy in time. If we talk about fertilization, you can identify this in the early stages, even before the delay in menstruation. Let's start.
Subjective first signs of early pregnancy
Subjective symptomatology refers to the girl's condition, in which pregnancy can be confused with other changes in health. For example, with premenstrual syndrome, chronic fatigue, mild colds, etc. However, the same symptomatology indicates a possible conception, so it needs to be studied in more detail.
So, the symptoms of pregnancy before the delay in menstruation are as follows:
# 1. Sleep problems
To detect conception before menstruation begins, attention must be paid to sleep. Pregnant women suffer from apathy and drowsiness, wake up at night, feel tired even after a long rest. Since we are considering the subjective first signs of early pregnancy, it is quite possible that this is simply chronic fatigue.
# 2. Change in psycho-emotional background
After fertilization, the girl suffers from sudden outbursts of mood, nervousness, a feeling of causeless anxiety, bad sleep, and apathy. If you recently burst into tears, and after 2 minutes laugh, as if nothing had happened, you should think about it. This is pregnancy or overly emotional.
Number 3. General malaise
Not necessarily feeling unwell should be included in the first signs of pregnancy, but early fertilization is thus obtained before menstruation is delayed. If you are constantly depressed, get tired quickly, it could be a cold or fertilization. It is better to further support your theory by the presence of other symptoms.
No. 4. Frequent headaches and migraines
An increase in intracranial pressure and the development of headaches against this background should be attributed to subjective symptoms. If you notice that you suffer from severe migraines every day, which only disappear in the evening, it is quite possible that you are pregnant.
No. 5. Unstable libido
Signs of pregnancy appear in the early stages in different ways, before the delay in menstruation is determined by libido. Half a month after fertilization, you can notice a change in sexual desire. First, I really want sex, then on the contrary, there is no attraction to a partner.
No. 6. Back pain
Tingling in the back and soreness (feeling of heaviness) in the lower back are more likely to be symptoms of PMS. But the symptoms of conception in the first couple of weeks also characterize a possible pregnancy. If the lower back literally "shoots", plus there is pain in the uterus, then the answer is most likely in the affirmative. Some pregnant girls complained of a burning sensation in the back and heaviness in the legs.
No. 7. Food cravings
The first signs of pregnancy are such that literally in the fourth week after fertilization, you can feel an increased craving for food or a desire to eat a product that is unusual for you (for example, a banana with pickled cucumber). Also in the early stages, the brutal appetite is accompanied by complete desaturation, the girl does not get satisfaction from the meal. If this is not typical for you, then the answer is positive and is determined before the delay in menstruation.
No. 8. Vomiting and nausea
Many ladies are interested in whether toxicosis can begin immediately after fertilization. In this case, everything is individual, usually heartburn and digestive problems usually develop first. Food is poorly absorbed, there is a sensitivity to smells, tastes in food change. On this basis, the girl may vomit, but not always.
No. 9. Increased basal temperature
If it is not typical for you that the temperature can jump, then this sign is considered a clear consequence of pregnancy, which is determined before the onset of menstruation. When conception has occurred, the temperature is constantly kept at around 37 degrees. It does not go down, but it can go up. Even if your period has already begun, and the indicators are still not falling, the answer is probably positive. Basal temperature is measured by inserting a thermometer into the rectum and not into the vagina.
No. 10. Decreased immune system
After fertilization, the embryo tries to gain a foothold in the mother's body, for this reason, the girl's immunity drops sharply. Many complain of pain and sore throat, mild colds, runny nose. The first signs of pregnancy are usually all of these and are characterized in the early stages, but before the delay in menstruation, these are only subjective symptoms.
No. 11. Severity in the pelvic area
When fertilization occurs, the pelvic organs feel the flow of blood, so this place usually "pulls", appears heaviness. Usually, girls do not pay much attention to such symptoms, but in vain. Sometimes, along with heaviness and tingling in the uterus, a feeling of fullness appears in the lower abdomen. It doesn't go anywhere even after going to the restroom.
No. 12. Painful chest
Before menstruation, the breast swells and becomes tender, but after fertilization, it hurts unbearably at the slightest touch. Almost all expectant mothers claim that the mammary glands have become larger and began to tingle. This symptom is not always a consequence of pregnancy, it all depends on the sensitivity of the breast that is usual for a woman. For some, on the contrary, it stops hurting.
No. 13. Chills, fever
A couple of times a day, the girl first complains of severe chills, then she gets hot, and vice versa. With all this, the temperature does not rise. The alternation of cold with heat does not depend on this; it manifests itself as an independent symptom of conception. However, the sign may also indicate that you are eating poorly, waking up early, or not dressed for the weather.
No. 14. Low blood pressure
The first signs of pregnancy in hypotonic women appear in the early stages in the form of an even greater decrease in pressure. Before the delay of menstruation, the result can be determined. If the pressure dropped to 90 to 60, plus to this - there was weakness, apathy, dizziness and fainting, you may be pregnant. But do not exclude a lack of hemoglobin in the blood, the lack of walks in the fresh air, or poor sleep. In the first weeks of conception, pressure decreases in everyone, without exception, but hypotensive people will notice this most of all.
No. 15. Sensitivity to odors
You can often hear from pregnant girls that the room smells bad. In fact, this may not be so, simply due to fertilization, the sense of smell increases. It is noted that even pleasant aromas (perfume, food smell, etc.) can cause disgust. Some girls say the apple smells like nail polish remover, and the garnish smells like shaving cream. Observe yourself and conclude that such symptoms appear in the early stages after conception.
No. 16. Increased salivation
Symptoms in the form of increased salivation are accompanied by vomiting, nausea and heartburn. But for each woman it manifests itself individually. Due to the production of saliva, toxicosis becomes more pronounced. In some cases, there is gas formation and discomfort in the abdominal cavity.
No. 17. Discomfort while sitting
The first signs of pregnancy can manifest as discomfort when a woman is in a sitting position. But in the early stages it will not be possible to identify this, especially before the delay in menstruation. This discomfort usually appears after the sixth week or later.
No. 18. Vaginal discharge
By increasing the secretory functions, secretions can become more abundant. They appear before the onset of menstruation in more than usual. But this is only a subjective symptomatology that does not give a 100% answer to the question.
No. 19. Allergic reaction
Due to the restructuring of the hormonal background and some disorders in the body, a woman may develop an allergic reaction that was not previously noticed. If you feel like you started sneezing when going out into the sun or near flowers, you may still be pregnant.
No. 20. Convulsions
This symptomatology cannot be attributed to clear signs of conception, but it is worth knowing about it. After fertilization, a woman may wake up at night from the fact that she has cramps in the calf muscles. Usually, such symptoms are accompanied by heaviness, swelling of the limbs.
No. 21. Thrush
The vagina has a special environment that contains a large amount of hydrogen ions. Because of this feature, fungi of the Candida family can actively multiply. Itching occurs, and a cheesy white discharge appears. This means that thrush develops. Often it is this disease that indicates pregnancy. Don't panic ahead of time.
No. 22. Frequent urination
The first signs of pregnancy may appear in the form of frequent trips to the toilet. This feature is typical in the early stages. It is also worth understanding that you cannot be completely sure of pregnancy until your period is delayed. Frequent urination occurs due to a change in hormonal levels or a common cold. During pregnancy, this phenomenon persists throughout the period. See your doctor to rule out the development of cystitis.
Important!
Pass diagnostics without fail, so you will be sure of the result. All the symptoms described may not appear during pregnancy. Still, if you are faced with certain health problems, going to the doctor will not be superfluous. Be sure to donate blood for hCG. There is no more accurate analysis.
External signs of pregnancy
To determine the first signs of pregnancy, you should carefully examine your appearance. Some symptoms may indicate conception.
# 1. Swelling of the hands and face
A slight swelling of the face is often the first sign of pregnancy. In addition, you may feel a slight swelling of the limbs. This feature becomes especially noticeable when you clench your hands into a fist. Also pay attention to the swelling of the feet, towards the evening you will no longer be able to fit into your usual shoes.
# 2. Acne breakouts
The first signs of pregnancy are characterized by the formation of pimples. In the early stages, this is a common occurrence. The body is exposed to a dramatic hormonal imbalance. The face becomes covered with acne even before the delay of menstruation. This feature can manifest itself, even if you have not previously suffered from rashes.
Number 3. Strong gassing
Soon after fertilization, the intestines begin to work differently. Because of this, women often face a problem in the form of constipation. You may also experience increased gas production. The belly swells up a lot from time to time. The appetite will change dramatically. Focus on your general condition.
No. 4. "Printing" veins on the chest
Most women assure that after fertilization, you can soon notice a change in breast volume and the formation of a venous network on it. Such patterns appear depending on the characteristics of the organism.
No. 5. Breast enlargement
It's no secret that during pregnancy, the mammary glands noticeably enlarge. The chest becomes more magnificent, it seems to be poured. Even if you lose your appetite and start losing weight, such a "bonus" can be seen with the naked eye. It feels like there is a ball in the chest.
No. 6. Darkening of the areolas
Darkening of the areoles may be the first sign of pregnancy. This phenomenon often occurs in the early stages. Do not lose sight of the fact that the feature can be individual before the delay in menstruation. The skin may not darken.
No. 7. Redness of the face
After conception, a slight blush appears on the face. During pregnancy, blood circulation in the female body is significantly increased. The face turns red. As evening falls, you start to feel hot.
No. 8. The appearance of a line on the stomach
After fertilization, the girl's body is rebuilt. Over time, a brown line appears on the belly. It stretches from the navel downward and becomes more pronounced.
To understand whether you are pregnant or not, it is worth reading some facts. Examine your own body and try to find out what has changed. Take a pregnancy test if needed. If in doubt, visit a specialist and donate blood.
What are the early signs of pregnancy. When is the best time to get tested or do an ultrasound after a possible conception.
Pregnancy is a happiness that only women can experience. Its onset is a long-awaited event, accompanied by certain signs. This article will tell you about each of them, and tell you how to correctly identify the "interesting" position without a test.
At what time is it possible to accurately determine pregnancy?
The appearance of nausea, fatigue and drowsiness are the first signs of pregnancy, but they do not appear in every woman.
There are several ways to help confirm or deny the birth of a new life in the tummy. Each of them requires the passage of a certain time after the estimated date of conception. Among them are:
- Doctors recommend taking a blood test to determine pregnancy 1-2 weeks after the expected date of conception. The duration of the laboratory test is 1 day. A positive result can be expected 8-10 days after ovulation or fertilization of the egg.
- Another way to determine pregnancy is urine testing. It is best done in the first days of the delay, since a positive result is not always manifested even before its onset.
- A pregnancy test is a popular method among women. It is recommended to do it in the first days of the delay, in order to obtain a more accurate result.
To get accurate information about pregnancy, it is best to do two tests, but using test strips from different manufacturers.
- Measuring basal temperature is another way to determine pregnancy. It is produced from the first days of the delay, for several days. In case of a positive result, BT will be higher than standard indicators.
- An ultrasound will show the presence of pregnancy within 2 - 2.5 weeks after conceiving a child. The embryo will be best seen with transvaginal examination.
Echography will help determine pregnancy 10-15 days after fertilization of the egg.
The main symptoms of pregnant women: what to expect? Video
The first signs of pregnancy appear only on the 20-22 day of pregnancy, when the fertilized egg has already securely attached to the wall of the uterus and began to develop. A girl assuming about her pregnancy should monitor her condition, notice all the changes that are taking place in her body.
Among the symptoms that occur in pregnant women are:
- increased basal body temperature
- delay of "critical" days
- pain in the lumbar region
- bouts of nausea
- rapid fatigue
- loss of consciousness
- breast enlargement, increased nipple sensitivity
- intolerance to odors
- bloody issues
- increased salivation, which was not previously observed
- desire to eat sour, sweet or salty
Video: The first signs of pregnancy
Elevated basal temperature is the first sign of pregnancy
An increase in basal temperature is the first sign of pregnancy. It varies around 37-37.2 degrees in the first 2-4 weeks after conception.
Doctors associate its appearance with the active production of a hormone - progesterone, this occurs during the development of the embryo. At this time, you need to walk more in the fresh air, eat fruits and vitamins necessary for the proper development of the fetus.
Lack of menstruation is the second sign of pregnancy
Delayed menstruation is one of the main indicators of pregnancy in women. If it is accompanied by other symptoms (nausea, intolerance to odors, drowsiness, constant desire to lie down, etc.), then the likelihood of an "interesting" situation is very high.
To check your expectations, you need to contact a gynecologist or take a test.
Breast enlargement and change is the third sign of pregnancy
The breast reacts quickly enough to the origin of life in the uterus. From the very first days, swelling and swelling of the nipples begins to be traced. They become more sensitive, which was not noticed before.
If all this happens along with other signs, then you should think about going to the hospital to the local gynecologist. The doctor will examine, confirm or deny the alleged pregnancy.
Changing taste preferences is the fourth sign of pregnancy
A dramatic change in taste preferences is a common situation in pregnant women. Experts associate it with hormonal changes in the body and iron deficiency, which increases more and more as the fetus grows and develops.
In order to replenish the body with useful substances vital for the expectant mother and fetus, it is necessary to use vitamin preparations sold in pharmacies (they contain the whole range of substances that are necessary for the growth and development of the child).
In no case should you limit yourself in your desires. If the body requires, eat even something that you would never try in everyday life (eg pickles and candy, herring and cookies, cake and tomato juice, etc.).
The only things to avoid are foods that can be harmful (eg sushi, due to their raw fish content).
Frequent urination is the fifth sign of pregnancy
The main reasons for frequent trips to small needs are a change in the hormonal background in a woman's body (active production of hCG) and an increase in the size of the uterus, which presses on the bladder.
To reduce the frequency of going to the toilet (especially at night), it is necessary to reduce the consumption of fluids, as well as products that may contain it.
The body of a pregnant woman, from the early stages, functions for two. The kidneys work more actively to cleanse the amniotic fluid and blood from the waste products of the fetus. The filtration process occurs due to frequent urination, which worries a woman.
No signs of pregnancy in a pregnant woman. Is it possible?
The absence of signs of pregnancy depends on the characteristics of the organism. In some cases, even with a regular cycle and excellent health, girls determine their pregnancy only by the first movement of the baby in the tummy. In order not to torment yourself with guesses and hopes, you should go to a specialist, he will conduct an examination, and everything will become clear.
What signs can indicate pathologies in the early stages of pregnancy? Emergency assistance
Among the main indicators that indicate the pathology of fetal development and pregnancy, one can single out:
- bleeding
- severe pain in the lower abdomen and lumbar region
- severe nausea and vomiting
- fainting
If one of these symptoms appears, an urgent need to contact a medical institution!
Definition of pregnancy without tests and doctors: advice and reviews
There are several popular ways to determine pregnancy without using a test and without going to the doctor.
- Pour 1 tsp into a container with urine. soda. If it sinks to the bottom - there is a pregnancy, if the mixture is in bubbles - then the result is negative.
- A drop of iodine is dropped into a container with urine, if it dissolves, then the result is negative, if not, positive.
Although these methods have found their supporters, they do not always have a 100% correct result. It is best to go to the doctor, then everything will fall into place.
Video: How to determine pregnancy using improvised means?
