Early Symptoms Of Pregnancy

Missed periods are the early symptoms of pregnancy in the first week. However if one had a fluctuating menstrual cycle then early symptoms of pregnancy could be Light spotting or Implantation bleeding where fertilized eggs are attached to the lining of the uterus about 10-14 days after conception.

Classic Signs and symptoms of pregnancy are:-

• Missed period:-Early symptoms of pregnancy are a missed period if one or two weeks have passed without the start of the expected menstrual cycle
• Nausea with or without vomiting:- One or two months after giving birth, it frequently occurs at any hour of the day or night.
• Tender, Swollen Breast:- Your breasts may be sensitive and uncomfortable during the early stages of hormonal fluctuations, but this will pass over time.
• Increased urination:- You might urinate more frequently than usual. Your body makes more blood when you're pregnant, which leads your kidneys to process extra fluid, which then builds up in your bladder.
• Fatigue:- The immediate reason for fatigue is unknown, however, it may be influenced by the progesterone level's abrupt rise during the first trimester of pregnancy.

Other less evident pregnancy indications include:

• Moodiness: Hormonal changes can make you emotional and weepy and even mood swings can happen.
• Bloating: Hormonal changes can cause bloating similar to one experienced during the early menstrual cycle
• Light spotting: It occurs during the first two weeks when fertilised eggs adhere to the lining of the uterus and is also referred to as implantation bleeding.
• Cramping: Some pregnant women experience mild uterine cramps early on.
• Constipation: Hormonal changes can affect the digestive process.
• Food aversions: Hormonal changes might make you sensitive to certain odours and may change the sense of taste.
• Nasal congestion: The mucous membrane in your nose may swell, dry out and bleed easily due to an increase in hormone level and blood production.This lead to you having a runny or stuffy nose.

Some of the tests for early pregnancy include-

• Home pregnancy test-: Human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG), the pregnancy hormone, can be found in urine and is detectable by a home pregnancy test.
• Blood test-A blood test can detect hCG in your blood, which is a more accurate way to confirm pregnancy.
• Pelvic exam-During a pelvic exam, your doctor can feel for changes in your uterus and cervix that may indicate pregnancy.

If you are experiencing any of these symptoms and think you may be pregnant, it is recommended to take a pregnancy test or consult with a healthcare provider for confirmation.