Spotting during pregnancy?

[azurely]

I just woke up in the middle of the night to go to the bathroom and there was light brown blood on the toilet paper when I wiped I'm 22 weeks today. I know spotting can be normal when pregnant, but I'm still scared.

We had sex on Thursday night, so almost exactly 48 hours before the spotting, and I was a little more active on Friday than usual, but nothing too crazy.

Ughhhh PGAL brain is killing me right now. Should I wait to call my dr on Monday morning or should I see if I can get in today (Sunday), to get an u/s?

[ErinExpat]

I'm sure everything is okay. I think anything brown is not a cause for concern, normally. I think bright red is, as a rule.

If you want to call, call. See what they say. Peace of mind. Drink some water and rest.

Thinking of you!

[christy082]

I've been told light pink or brown spotting without cramping is normal during pregnancy and that bright red blood or spotting with cramping would be more of a concern. Could you call the after hours doc and see what he/she has to say? Hugs.

[imimahoney]

Spotting can certainly be normal during pregnancy but my Ob told me to always call if I began to spot.

[Blue Moon]

I'd call and see what they want you to do. I'm sure everything is fine, but I'm sure you'll feel better if you hear that from your doc. Any more spotting since that time?

[statlerwaldorf]

Can you call the after hours line and see what they say?

[toutsuite]

I would call just for peace of mind...miscarriage or any kind of loss,while possible, is very rare so try not to worry too much.

I have spotted throughout my entire pregnancy and was just diagnosed with complete placenta previa which explains the spotting....There are so many things though that could cause it though such as straining, an irritable cervix, uti or kidney infection, etc. that it's worth getting checked out sooner rather than later...I totally understand how nerve-racking that is and hope you can get in soon for your own sanity!

[azurely]

Thanks everyone. I'll call today and see what they say.

I have not had any more spotting and it's been about eight hours, but it would definitely set my mind at ease to get checked out and know that everything is okay.

ETA - scratch that, just went to the bathroom and the spotting is back I'm calling now.

[toutsuite]

I'm glad you are calling....fx that it's nothing!

[linz]

Hugs girl. Hopefully this is nothing.

Have you been stressed? My SIL had spotting around that time but she was fighting with a friend like crazy and went into the Dr and they think it was just stress. Baby was fine. But sometimes it's better to be safe then sorry and see if they can get you in.

[azurely]

I talked to the NP who is on call and she said to just take it easy today and drink lots of water. If the spotting soaks a panty liner or I have stronger cramping, then I'm supposed to call back today. Otherwise she just wants me to call the office tomorrow and let them know how the spotting is.

linz I've been a little stressed, but nothing major.

I'm hoping it's just from sex on Thursday night and lots of walking around on Friday, but I really wasn't that much more active than I've been other busy days and I didn't have spotting then... I'm trying to just stay positive and relax today, but that's easier said than done :/

[genet313]

i'm glad you called!  i think the nurse's advice is spot on.  relax today.  fx everything goes well tomorrow!

[anaps28]

I'm glad you called. Take it easy and try to rest up. I know it's easier said than done. Keep us posted

[awick14]

((Hugs)) I am so sorry you are having some spotting.

I know its hard not to worry when PGAL. Just use this as time to relax and catch up on some reading and or netflix.

[melsamoony]

azurely how are you doing today?

[mrssandro]

I am going to guess it is probably a UTI so glad you are calling. It is likely nothing but the doc wants me to call if I spot.

[FastHands]

Thinking of you today, lady. Hope everyhing has resolved.

[christy082]

I hope you are doing well!

[azurely]

Jul 14, 2014 6:40:08 GMT -5 melsamoony said:

azurely how are you doing today?

Thanks for thinking of me! I am actually sitting at the dr right now waiting to go in.

[melsamoony]

azurely good luck!

[azurely]

All is well. Thank God.

She said my cervix looked a little irritated, she thought it was probably from having sex or lifting something or just overdoing it, but it's already starting to heal itself. So nothing to worry about, but she said that she was glad I came in to make sure that I didn't have an infection or preterm labor or anything else.

I'm so relieved. PGAL brain is no joke and I was so worried yesterday. I got to hear his heartbeat and she said my cervix is long and closed, so very glad to hear that.

Thanks for the well wishes and prayers everyone. I appreciate you all

[christy082]

Jul 14, 2014 12:31:38 GMT -5 azurely said:

All is well. Thank God.

She said my cervix looked a little irritated, she thought it was probably from having sex or lifting something or just overdoing it, but it's already starting to heal itself. So nothing to worry about, but she said that she was glad I came in to make sure that I didn't have an infection or preterm labor or anything else.

I'm so relieved. PGAL brain is no joke and I was so worried yesterday. I got to hear his heartbeat and she said my cervix is long and closed, so very glad to hear that.

Thanks for the well wishes and prayers everyone. I appreciate you all

So glad you are ok!

[luv2rn4fun]

YAY!!! So glad everything is ok!

[Deleted]

I'm sure that was a relief:). Glad everything is okay.

[FastHands]

WOOP!

[awick14]

I'm glad everything's ok.

[melsamoony]

Great news!

[Blue Moon]

Excellent news!

[shekels1222]

Great news!! So glad to hear you and the baby are well.

[GotWine]

Glad to hear you don't have to worry anymore!