From concerned to total panic

PDXLaurenS · April 2014

So this may be TMI but I am freaking out and my doctor isn't calling me back. I'm between 7 and 8 weeks and am having bright RED spotting if I strain at all going to the bathroom. It was just every once in a while but now it's every time. Even when not pregnant I have spotting easily if it's close to my period or sex gets vigorous but this is really freaking me out now. I called my doctor an hour ago and a nurse was supposed to call me right back. Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated!

PS - I just ran out of Kleenex at my desk dammit. Not my day!

AnonnAni · April 2014

Spotting even red can be normal depending on the reasoning for it, if you are concerned that your not getting a response as soon as you need go to emergent care and they will do an ultrsound to try to locate the source of the bleeding. Hope all turns out alright.

JunkieBrewster · April 2014

Is your cervix open? Spotting is normal if you're not having pain with it. If your cervix is closed, thats a really, really good sign.

E&B0811 · April 2014

Do you know where the spotting is coming from? If you are only seeing when you strain in the bathroom, it may be a hemroid (sp?).

If I were you, I'd call the doctor again.

TravelingCouple · April 2014

E&B0811 said:
Do you know where the spotting is coming from? If you are only seeing when you strain in the bathroom, it may be a hemroid (sp?).

If I were you, I'd call the doctor again.

I was thinking this too. If it's only when you strain I'm guessing you mean during a BM. Are you sure the blood is coming from your vagina?

PDXLaurenS · April 2014

I'm sure that it's vaginal.

I'm afraid to leave my desk in case they call but I also really want to check and see if it stopped...

Southernpeach80 · April 2014

Sending lots of positive thoughts and prayers your way.

ColeyCannoli · April 2014

Apparently something like 20-25% of women will have some bleeding during pregnancy without it being a problem. I know it's impossible but try to relax until you get some real answers. T&P your way.

rvandiver0705 · April 2014

(((Huge Hugs))) Hopefully it is just a wonky blood vessel, and nothing to worry about!

Duckie419 · April 2014

I know it's scary but so many women experience this and it's not a horrid outcome. Just try to breathe and let us know how everything goes. My thoughts are with you.

chicorojo · April 2014

Sending T&Ps!!

pjswife · April 2014

Sending positive thoughts your way, I hope you are able to get some answers soon

Don't be afraid to take time off from work if you can and need to take care of yourself.

ZenBiscuit · April 2014

Try not to stress too much. I know it's easier said than done, though. I had this exact problem in both of my previous pregnancies. Always when straining, definitely vaginal bleeding and it would always taper off. It was limited to the first trimester both times and I went on to have normal, healthy pregnancies/babies both times. My doc told me I just have a sensitive cervix and to try to avoid straining. I'm 6 weeks 1 day now and honestly I am expecting to spot at some point! No fun but also not always a bad sign. Chin up! T&P your way!

haleyusf · April 2014

Sending T&P your way!

PDXLaurenS · April 2014

Thanks for the advice and thoughts everyone. The nurse called me finally and made vague "it may be nothing, don't worry" noises then asked me to come in for a viability check. Not a reassuring term! Then she said they have no appt times today and booked me for late tomorrow. So I'm thinking, if it isn't a rush maybe it's OK. Then she wraps up with a 2 minute reminder to go to the ER if i have any issues overnight. Tomorrow at 3:20 cannot get here fast enough. Sigh.

Duckie419 · April 2014

Viability appointments are a staple with a lot of practitioners. Stay busy and do something nice for yourself. 3:20 will be here before you know it!!

emsrdh03 · April 2014

Hope everything is just fine! I know how scary spotting can be.

TroopT45 · May 2014

I'm sorry. Try to relax tonight, get some rest, and take care of yourself! Please let us know how tomorrow goes. I'm sending you tons of positive thoughts!

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