Not sure what I should do (fluid leak vs. discharge ?) EDITED

Scout05 · December 2010

I know we are all dealing with a lot of discharge, and I have been as well. My panties were really wet this morning, but that happens and I didn't think much of it.

It's been going on all day, though. It's not gushing or anything, but it is consistent. It's thin and watery. It doesn't smell sweet or anything (I read that is one symptom of an actual fluid leak.)

Do I need to call the after hours? I have no idea if anyone will even be there today (I assume they have someone on for emergencies). I don't want to just go to L&D for no reason or something, but it's making me nervous.

And Cameron has been really quiet today.

EDITED: As soon as I hit post I realized how stupid this is, and just called my doctor (like I would advise anyone else to do, for heaven's sake.) He had me change my underwear, wrap TP around the crotch (as I have no more pany liners). If it soaks through in one hour, he will have me come in.

So, Merry Effing Christmas. And DH is two states away visiting his folks. Thank God my family is right here.

Just hoping I'm a paranoid fool who's wetting my pants, and this isn't anything else. Thanks ladies.

jesmckenna · December 2010

I'm sorry, I don't have much advice because I don't know what would cause this, but wanted to tell you that I had the same thing happen to me throughout my third trimester. I never asked the dr about it, but if it would make you feel better I definitely think you should call the after hours line. There's no use in panicking if you don't have to.

kndeckar · December 2010

I have this same concern some days. I don't really know what constitutes fluid leakage vs. regular discharge. I'm really no help! But, I would say if you are concerned I would call your afterhours # for your doc. I'm sure there will be someone on call.

camdenfaithful · December 2010

I would definitely call. If nothing else it will give you peace of mind and you definitely don't want to have this in the back of your mind the next day or so.

leneae10 · December 2010

I hope everything's okay... I have been dealing with that a TON lately.. it's really scary.

camdenfaithful · December 2010

I'm glad you called. I'm sure it's nothing, but I'd still be all freaked out. I know something similar happened to a friend of mine and she went to the hospital and everything. Turns out she was just peeing herself and really had no idea.

Keep us posted. You'll be in my thoughts.