Bleeding at 7 weeks

MelSanti

This will be a long one.  I am 7w+3 today and it's my first pregnancy. Sunday I had very light pink spotting.  Monday nothing. Tuesday I had brown spotting. Yesterday it was brown with some pink. No cramping and little pregnancy symptoms as of late.  At 5 this morning my lower back was hurting.  I went to the bathroom and when I wiped there was dark red blood. It is getting a little heavier and there have been a couple of tiny clots but still not enough to fill a pad. Still no cramps. I went to the er but there was nothing they could do to check on the baby. I took a pregnancy test and the line is darker than it has been so far.  My first app is on July 5th. I'm kind of freaking out.

MrsDramaK

Unfortunately there's not much we can tell you here.  I would call your OB and see if they want to see you sooner.  Hoping everything turns out ok for you!

16isourluckynumber

I would call your OB's office this morning.  

BumpasaurusRex

I would absolutely call your OB when you can.

Fingers crossed that everything is ok.

SPurp13

You should call your OB. I had a similar experience last pregnancy (one time in particular I was CERTAIN I was losing the baby), and everything ended up ok. However, I did go to the ER for one particular bad episode (I think it was around 9 weeks maybe). The truth is, there's nothing that can really be done. They checked me, saw that my cervix was still closed, but they didn't even do an ultrasound. This time around, should something like that happen, I've decided I'm not even going to the ER unless I'm in pain, both because they can't do a lot for you to stop anything, but also because I know some spotting/bleeding can be ok, and unfortunately you just have to wait.

I'm not going to say bleeding is normal, but it's not uncommon, either. Update once you've spoken to your OB, and I'll be thinking good things for you.

caribbeanmama-2

SPurp13 said:

You should call your OB. I had a similar experience last pregnancy (one time in particular I was CERTAIN I was losing the baby), and everything ended up ok. However, I did go to the ER for one particular bad episode (I think it was around 9 weeks maybe). The truth is, there's nothing that can really be done. They checked me, saw that my cervix was still closed, but they didn't even do an ultrasound. This time around, should something like that happen, I've decided I'm not even going to the ER unless I'm in pain, both because they can't do a lot for you to stop anything, but also because I know some spotting/bleeding can be ok, and unfortunately you just have to wait.

I'm not going to say bleeding is normal, but it's not uncommon, either. Update once you've spoken to your OB, and I'll be thinking good things for you.

@SPurp13 Thanks for sharing your experience.  It is very helpful

@MelSanti I'm right there with you on the bleeding and the freaking out.  I hope it's nothing and sending sticky baby vibes your way!  I had bleeding last pregnancy but always aggravated by sex and no clotting.  This time it is full on.  As mentioned above, they can't do anything in Triage but check if the baby is there.  After my experience in Triage yesterday, I will have to pass out or something before I go back.  I would absolutely talk to your OB though!  I called and left a message that I will only talk to my midwife at this point.  I'm not interested in speaking to any more nurses or midwives on call etc.  At the very least, your OB can talk you through the options available and likelihoods and risk factors, and provide assurances and prepare you for how things could or could not go. 

I know it is scary - really really I do - but I'm comforted by all the support on this board and by all the examples of Moms that have survived the worst and are on here now.  So take care and try not to worry - hugs!

Xstatic3333

Thinking of you @MelSanti and hoping there's a good explanation. Definitely call your OB. Mine brought me in early even for a little spotting. 

Tennis11785

Thinking about you and wishing you the best. 

MonaLisaRalphio

I definitely agree that you should call your OB.  I hope everything turns out okay!

fourPsinapod

Sending all the hugs! Hoping everything works out. I would definitely be calling my OB ASAP. From what I've read on these boards, the darkness of the line on a test is not indicative of a stronger pregnancy. Keep us posted! 

JDW0325

Big hugs! 

cinderin

hopefully your OB will assist. 

I had spotting for about a week before my m/c earlier this year. during that time my OB took blood to track my hcg levels. 

I have had multiple friends who have had bleeding and healthy pregnancies / babies, so I don't think the bleeding itself is a definite answer. 

I hope you get good news. 

ohstars

Thinking of you. Update once you've talked to your OB. Sending sticky baby vibes!

poofwok

Thinking of you. Will be waiting to see an update! 

Gingersnap

Thinking of you! 

bdesterhouse

Thinking of you. I'm surprised they didn't do an ultrasound. Do not all ER's have portable
ultrasound machines? That's what they used when I had to go with my first pregnancy. I had a of blood with him and he is a healthy five year old, so keep positive thoughts. Sending good vibes your way.

yogadevil

Sending good thoughts your way!

MelSanti

Well the US tech wouldn't tell me anything. I asked her if she saw anything during the regular us and she said no. I was too emotional at that point to press her with questions. She did say she isn't allowed to tell me anything so I'm waiting to hear from the dr. At this point I'm feeling pretty hopeless though since she said she didn't see anything. I looked back on my period tracker and I did notice that I could have calculated wrong because I have an irregular cycle. It's possible that I am only around 6 weeks. Would that explain why she couldn't see anything or am I just grasping at straws? 

WinchesterGirl

Don't give up hope! I know it's hard, but try to wait for the doctor; they will be able to tell you with more detail, and hopefully put your mind at ease about the timing. Praying for you! Keep us posted.

bdesterhouse

Sending prayers!

Patience7150

Sending thoughts and prayers...pregnancy is such an exercise in patience when all we want to do is know if everything will be okay. 

MelSanti

I woke up and the bleeding has returned with cramps and a back ache.  I'm pretty positive that I am in the process of miscarrying. I'm so devastated.

MrsDramaK

I'm so sorry.  I hope everything turns out okay.

WorkingOnMyNightCheese

MelSanti said:

I woke up and the bleeding has returned with cramps and a back ache.  I'm pretty positive that I am in the process of miscarrying. I'm so devastated.

Have you called your OB yet? They could do beta HCGs to see what direction it's moving, which may give you some sort of answers.

I'm so so sorry. Sending you so many internet hugs and positive thoughts

varimama

Sending ((hugs)) and positive thoughts @MelSanti I hope your OB can give you good news and that everything is OK!

mrslittlemac

*hug* I'm so so sorry if it is a miscarriage, just remember that you are NOT alone, and that it is NOT your fault. Also, it's not over 'til it's over--your doctor will have insight as to what is happening. Seriously though if you need an ear or shoulder or whatever, there are lots of us here who've been through it. Sending positive thoughts regardless, let us know what happens? *hug*

caribbeanmama-2

@MelSanti I'm so sorry that you are going through this...  Sending lots of positive thoughts and creepy internet ((((hugs)))) to you.

Vastra

So sorry. Sending you all the good vibes.

WinchesterGirl

So sorry! Sending hugs and prayers your way! 

PerraSucia

I'm so sorry I hope you get answers soon:(

cinderin

I am so sorry. 

feelingjovani

I'm so sorry you're going through this.  Sending many hugs your way.

Xstatic3333

I'm so sorry @MelSanti. You're in my thoughts today. 

fourPsinapod

@MelSanti  - Praying for you!! Please keep us posted.. I hope your OB will be able to give you more answers. I agree with PP about asking for HCG draws. Hugs!

kirstynikole

MelSanti I'm so sorry to hear about this.. sending prayers & hugs to you today.