In this article, we will describe the symptoms of pregnancy in detail. We will also discuss the tests related to pregnancy and some commonly asked questions regarding pregnancy.
What is Pregnancy?
Pregnancy lasts around 40 weeks or around 9 months. It measures the period from the last menstrual period (LMP) until the development of the fetus inside the uterus. Healthcare experts divide pregnancy into 3 trimesters, which are used to see the development stages of the fetus. Fetal growth is monitored throughout the whole process of development until birth.
What Are the Symptoms of Pregnancy?
There are various symptoms related to the pregnancy. Some pregnancy symptoms are mentioned below in detail:
Missed periods
This is considered the first and most classic sign of pregnancy. Before any tests or healthcare facilities, this was considered the main symptom of pregnancy from previous times. Periods stop after the fertilization of the egg with sperm and the body releases hCG (human chorionic gonadotropin) hormone, which is produced in the placenta after 8 to 10 days. This leads to the ceasing of the ovulation process and results in the absence of menstrual flow. However, there may be other reasons for missed periods like stress, PCOS, hormonal imbalance, excessive exercise, dieting, PMS syndrome etc. For the detection of pregnancy, a person can also go for tests like a urine kit test or USG to confirm the same.
Nausea and vomiting
This is also one of the classic signs of pregnancy. A person with pregnancy feels nausea and vomiting during the early stages of pregnancy. This is most common during morning time and is also called morning sickness. The pregnant person feels stomach upset, and acidity with a lot of bad feelings in the morning. These symptoms usually arise between 2 and 8 weeks after conception. These symptoms resolve with time and can go away by the 12th week. A person can feel very tired, dehydrated and fainting due to the extreme vomiting and nausea. This also leads to loss of appetite and the patient feels very bad with no taste in mouth and also no taste in food. Most pregnant women go through this stage and only a minor percentage of the women do not experience such symptoms, this also depends on the physical and mental condition of each person..
Fatigue
During pregnancy, the person feels very tired all the time due to different hormonal changes. Fatigue is also accompanied by laziness and headaches. This symptom is related to vomiting and nausea when a person goes through extreme vomiting and nausea conditions. A person avoids eating due to loss of appetite and also to avoid vomiting. This makes the person weak and fatigued all the time. Dehydration due to vomiting also adds to the condition of fatigue and the person feels lethargic and lazy all the time.
Breast changes
Pregnant persons feel the change in breasts, which makes them feel swollen and tender. Breast changes are due to the hormonal changes in the body and the body adjusts to the change after 3 months. The person feels tingling in breasts and the bra feels tighter than non-pregnancy days. The breasts enlarge and the circle around the nipples (areola) gets darker than usual. A person can also feel the fullness and blood vessels become visible on the breasts. These changes make the breasts very sensitive and the person feels irritated with this situation.
Mood swing
Pregnant person feels mood swings all the time due to the hormonal changes inside. A person goes through hormonal fluctuations in the body during the pregnancy period resulting in emotional rollercoasters, irritability, sensitivity and can be angry over small issues. Pregnant women may experience different feelings from others like joy, delight, and satisfaction with time due to the release of hormones which impacts the brain through positive emotions. Some pregnant persons can also experience sadness, depression or anxiety due to hormonal imbalance and persons feeling such a condition should seek medical advice immediately.
Frequent Urination
The patient will have an urge to urinate all the time and also during the night. A pregnant person generates additional blood and urine from the fetus to sustain it. After the fetus grows it develops more pressure on the urinary bladder and makes the person urinate frequently. A person can also experience a darker hue of urine, appearing orange or brown. This condition persists during pregnancy as the fetus develops, it increases more pressure on the bladder.
Spotting
A person may experience light bleeding, which is also called implantation bleeding occurs 10-14 days after conception. When embryo implants on the wall of the uterine, this results in vaginal bleeding also called spotting. This vaginal bleeding is without abdominal pain or cramping, however, all pregnant women do not experience this bleeding. Sometimes if the bleeding is more or in clots, a person should seek medical attention to evaluate the cause.
Headaches and dizziness
This is also a very common symptom of pregnancy, which is due to the hormonal changes and increased blood circulation. This is common during pregnancy and also depends on the physical and mental condition of the person. Some more factors that can add to this condition are stress, less sleep, caffeine withdrawal, and work pressure. Pregnant women who have persistent headaches for more time should consult a healthcare professional for medical advice.
These are some of the symptoms of pregnancy other symptoms may include cramping, acute sense of smell, back pain, acne, constipation etc.
Which is the Most Common Test Used to Detect the Pregnancy?
Ultrasound is the most common test used for the diagnosis of pregnancy, there are various types of ultrasound pregnnacy test. The tests include:
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- Level 2 ultrasound (BOOK NOW)
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- TVS ultrasound (BOOK NOW)
- Ultrasound twins (BOOK NOW)
- Fetal Wellbeing Scan (BOOK NOW)
Conclusion
Pregnancy is the period between the last menstrual cycle to the birth of the child. It usually lasts up to 40 weeks or 9 months till the fetus develops completely in the uterus. There are various symptoms of pregnancy which include vomiting and nausea, tiredness, missed periods, mood swings, enlarged breasts etc. Patient can choose Ganesh Diagnostic Centre.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)
What is Pregnancy?
Pregnancy is the period from the last menstrual period till the birth of a child, which is around 9 months or 40 weeks.
What are the Symptoms of Pregnancy?
The symptoms of pregnancy include missed periods, vomiting, morning sickness, back pain, swollen breasts, spotting etc.
When to go for a Pregnancy Test?
A person can go for a pregnancy test when she feels the symptoms of pregnancy.
What are the Different tests to Check Pregnancy?
Different types of tests used to check pregnancy include blood tests, urine tests, USG, HCG tests etc.
Where to go for a Pregnancy Test in Delhi?
Pregnant women can visit Ganesh Diagnostic Centre for any type of pregnancy test.
What is the ICD 10 code for Pregnancy?
The ICD10 code for pregnancy is Z34.90.
How to download the Pregnancy Test Report Online?
Patients can visit Ganesh's diagnostic website or call at 011-47-444-444 / 011-47-333-333 to download pregnancy test report online.
