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Early pregnancy there is a lot of mucus. How to react to mucus discharge during pregnancy - causes of mucus formation

All expectant mothers experience mucous discharge during pregnancy. And in most cases, this phenomenon is not pathological, but natural. However, in some cases, you need to pay attention to vaginal discharge and report it to your doctor. Let's look at different situations by trimester.

1st trimester

Excessive mucous discharge during pregnancy is one of its first signs. Sometimes the tests do not yet show a positive result, while the woman notices that she is literally “pouring.” If the vaginal discharge does not cause discomfort, does not smell and has a calm whitish color - everything is in order, the matter is in hormones, which will soon “calm down” a little.

Another thing is that if brown mucous discharge appears during pregnancy, this situation is no longer normal. And do not listen to those who say that in this way “the fruit is washed.” Especially if an ultrasound has not been performed previously. Since such discharge can be a sign of an ectopic pregnancy, a frozen one, as well as a threatened or already beginning miscarriage. "Dauce" is blood mixed with mucus.

White mucous discharge during pregnancy, which smells unpleasantly like fish and provokes itching and swelling of the genitals, is a symptom of bacterial vaginosis, a frequent companion of expectant mothers. This is not a sexually transmitted disease, but a violation of the vaginal microflora. It is treated with antimicrobial drugs, but only under the supervision of a doctor, since in the first trimester many medications are contraindicated or can have significant side effects.

2nd trimester

Atypical discharge during pregnancy in the second trimester should not go unnoticed. For some reason, many people believe that only in the first trimester the fetus is affected by negative factors, and in the second and third it is protected by the placenta. The placenta, of course, protects against infections, but they are not always the cause of the discharge... And for the placenta, such tests do not pass without leaving a trace. FPN, fetal hypoxia are the diagnoses that doctors make as a result, and it’s good if there is not much time left before birth...

Mucous discharge during pregnancy in the second trimester may turn out to be... amniotic fluid. Usually, when water leaks, the discharge is quite noticeable. To confirm or exclude leakage of amniotic fluid - a rather dangerous diagnosis for both the mother and the fetus, it is necessary to do an analysis of vaginal discharge, something like a test. This test is sold in pharmacies, but it is better to perform it not independently, but together with a doctor. Using a vaginal tampon, he will take the discharge for analysis and place it in a test tube with a special solution (all these components are available in the pharmacy test). And after a few minutes, the result is assessed by the number of stripes: 1 – rupture of the membranes has not occurred, no water is leaking; 2 – water is leaking.

In case of leakage of amniotic fluid, doctors look at the condition of the pregnant woman, the fetus, and the gestational age. When the membranes rupture, in most cases they become infected, so prolonging the pregnancy for more than 1-2 weeks (at best) will not work. Therefore, in the case of a short pregnancy (14-18 weeks), the woman is offered to terminate the pregnancy. If the period is far beyond 20 weeks, doctors administer antibacterial drugs to the woman, intravenously inject saline solutions, and also a drug that promotes the rapid maturation of the child’s lungs. After which a caesarean section is performed.

Especially mucous transparent discharge during pregnancy in large quantities should be of interest to women with isthmic-cervical insufficiency, when the cervix opens under fetal pressure already in the second trimester. As a result of even a slight dilatation of the cervix, the membranes can become infected and rupture.

3rd trimester

Mucus discharge that appears during pregnancy in the third trimester, almost at its end, is most likely a mucus plug. The mucus plug protects the uterus from pathogens entering it. Distinctive features: a lot of mucus is usually secreted, and streaks of blood can be seen in it. There are not many of them. And this is the norm. If bleeding begins, this is a serious pathology, most likely placental abruption, requiring urgent surgical delivery.

Heavy discharge in pregnant women can also be associated with the discharge of amniotic fluid (we wrote about this above). And also with gynecological diseases. Some infections are hidden and begin to appear only before childbirth. Thus, yellow mucous discharge during pregnancy can sometimes be a symptom of gonorrhea. If you notice a change in the color of the discharge or its consistency, especially if this happened shortly before the expected date of birth, be sure to tell your doctor about it. If there really is an infection, the baby may become infected during a natural birth. It is necessary to urgently carry out treatment or resolve the issue regarding surgical delivery.

Mucus discharge during pregnancy is normal. Many patients are worried about changes in the characteristics of vaginal mucus. This is right. There are many reasons for changes in its etiology. To determine the cause of such discharge, you should consult a doctor. The specialist will take a smear and send it to the laboratory. After this, you can decide on treatment.

The discharge changes throughout the menstrual cycle. The structure depends on the hormone that controls the body at this moment. Each phase is controlled by a specific substance.

The menstrual cycle begins with menstruation. The duration of menstruation is individual for each woman. After the intensity of bleeding decreases, the estrogen content in the body increases. This hormone causes women's ovaries to work. Against this background, the first secretions appear. They have a liquid structure and small volume.

As ovulation approaches, the secretion changes its properties. Copious mucous discharge appears. This occurs due to the opening of the cervical canal. The cervix dilates due to the action of luteinizing hormone. The substance promotes the growth of the follicle and the release of the egg into the abdominal cavity.

During ovulation, discharge like egg white is observed. Discharge like snot appears due to partial opening of the cervical canal. There are a large number of glands on its surface. Glandular tissue performs the protective function of the body. Mucus partially blocks access to pathogenic bacteria. Also, a change in secretion allows sperm to penetrate the uterine cavity faster. This quality increases the chances of developing pregnancy.

After ovulation, there is a gradual decrease in secretion. White thick discharge is observed. The viscous lumps help the cervix become clogged. Many patients note that mucous discharge is possible in pregnant women. In other cases, the structure changes completely; they are viscous.

The viscous secretion is caused by the action of progesterone. The hormone helps the body prepare for the upcoming pregnancy. The substance helps to fix the embryo in the uterus. The further development of pregnancy depends on the nutritional function of the fetus. If pregnancy does not occur, the body prepares for menstruation. Before this, women experience a small amount of curdled discharge.

Secretion during pregnancy

Mucus discharge during early pregnancy is considered normal. After the zygote is fixed in the uterine cavity, the cervix begins to close. The canal walls cannot close completely. To further maintain pregnancy, a mucous plug is necessary. It is formed when human chorionic gonadotropin appears in the blood.

This hormone helps a woman bear a child. In the first days after conception, yellow transparent discharge appears. This is a subjective sign of pregnancy. This secretion appears due to the active work of the glandular tissue of the cervical canal. Increased activity contributes to the formation of a traffic jam. After this, the volume decreases. The secreted secretion becomes less active. They are yellow or white.

A woman should monitor the quality of mucus. Mucus secretion during pregnancy can be pathological. The following pathologies should cause alarm:

bloody impurity;
odor and itching;
disappearance or increase in mucus volume.

The main concern should arise when bloody impurities appear in the secretion. Brown mucous discharge during pregnancy is considered a sign of pathology. The cause of such impurities may be the onset of a miscarriage. If the blood is accompanied by abdominal pain, you should urgently consult a specialist.

The pathology is the appearance of an uncharacteristic odor and itching of the genitals. This is a sign of a bacterial infection. Infection during pregnancy is considered dangerous for the child. Pathogenic microorganisms can cause changes in the microflora of the uterus. This entails complications during further pregnancy.

Many patients ask whether mucous discharge during pregnancy can disappear or change in volume. Doctors believe that this is a symptom of a pregnancy disorder. During the gestation period, the characteristics of the secretion can change only at the end of the last trimester.

If one of these signs appears during pregnancy, you need to visit a specialist. Such symptoms should not be ignored. This can harm the baby and the mother's health.

Second trimester of pregnancy

Discharge during pregnancy in the second trimester may completely disappear. Rarely, a yellow secretion appears, which has a mucous structure. At this stage, a woman should not be afraid of such discharge. They are a sign of the norm.

In this trimester, heavy discharge, like snot during pregnancy, is considered pathological. This pathology indicates a threat of late miscarriage. Increased mucus excretion occurs when the formed plug comes out early. To determine what consequences such a deviation has, it is necessary to undergo a medical examination. The doctor examines the characteristics of the plug and its location.

It is also necessary to carefully monitor the appearance of fluid in the secretion. It may refer to amniotic fluid. Early leakage of water leads to fetal hypoxia. The child begins to experience a lack of oxygen. Against this background, a violation of cerebral circulation occurs. After birth, such children are diagnosed with various brain pathologies. Intracranial pressure is considered a common disease.

To prevent the problem, you should purchase a water leak test. If the test result is positive, the woman is given a pessary. This is a ring that tightens the cervix and prevents the removal of water.

All women should know that mucus discharge during pregnancy is yellow. If they become dark or contain blood, you should visit a doctor. Any change in the structure of the secretion is considered a sign of the development of pathology.

Preparing the body for childbirth

Discharge during pregnancy in the third trimester is also yellow. Gradually there is a change in volume and color. The last trimester is characterized by the body's preparation for the onset of labor. The following processes are observed in the body:

hormonal changes;
removal of the plug;
expansion of the birth canal;
divergence of the pelvic bones.

Discharge during late pregnancy completely depends on the restructuring of the body. The main change occurs in the hormonal system. Progesterone gradually decreases. This substance is replaced by oxytocin. The hormone helps the uterus contract.

Contractive activity helps the child assume the correct position. He turns his head towards the birth canal. Contraction of the uterus contributes to the gradual displacement of the fetus into the lower part of the uterus. From this time on, the reproductive system is in a state of readiness.

Secretion also increases due to the expansion of the birth canal. This occurs against the background of softening of the cervical canal. The neck becomes soft and elastic. The cervical canal opens. Due to this, the glandular tissue begins to produce additional mucus. A woman notices the appearance of heavy discharge. The secretion is yellow or transparent.

The process of expansion of the canal is accompanied by a gradual expansion of the pelvic bones. Divergence is necessary to facilitate the passage of the fetus through the birth canal. Also in the last week of pregnancy, the baby moves into the pelvis. Some of the mucus is removed.

The main reason that abundant yellow discharge is observed is the gradual removal of the plug. The patient can easily distinguish it from ordinary secretions on her own. In appearance, the plug consists of thick mucus, which is molded into a dense lump. The plug may not come out completely. Often the discharge occurs partially. The largest part of the plug can come off 3 days before the expected birth. Less commonly, the plug comes out just before labor begins.

The first stage of labor

Not all women experience contractions at the beginning of labor. Many women experience large amounts of mucus. This occurs due to the cleansing of the cervix from secretions. After a few minutes, the liquid stops coming out.

If the plug does not come off on its own, it is necessary to use special medications. The drug stimulates increased contractile function of the uterus. The neck is sharply shortened. Thanks to this, the cork is rejected. This can be determined either by the patient herself or by her attending physician. After this, active labor begins.

Why is it necessary to know secretion?

Discharge in early pregnancy is an indicator of normal embryo development. Many planning women are interested in the first signs of conception before the delay occurs. These symptoms include the following:

preservation of abundant secretion after ovulation;
the appearance of pain in the lower abdomen;
single drops of blood in mucus.

Secretion after ovulation remains abundant to form a protective plug. After a week, slight soreness in the lower abdomen may occur. Against the background of pain, small drops of blood may appear in the mucus. This is considered a subjective sign of fetal implantation. This symptomatology is not typical for all women. The development of pregnancy is individual for each patient.

Also, some girls ask whether it is possible to get pregnant from lubricating mucus secretions. The likelihood of conception depends on the presence of sperm in the lubricant. Normally, in men, germ cells are present in the lubricant in small quantities. If such a lubricant enters the female body during the ovulatory period, the chances of pregnancy increase significantly.

When pregnant, a woman should closely monitor her health. A change in the characteristics of mucus is a reason for urgent contact with a specialist.

The onset of the desired pregnancy– this is always a joyful event. But at the same time, it is a very difficult and responsible period in a woman’s life.

All its organs and systems undergo a number of physiological changes.

There is also a hormonal change in the entire body as a whole. From the moment of fertilization, a new life is born in a woman, which entirely depends on the state of health of her future mother.

The issue of allocations is far from the last. Already in the early stages you can notice mucus discharge during pregnancy, which are inherent in the second half of the menstrual cycle.

What are they?

In the first three months of pregnancy The discharge should be transparent or slightly whitish, easily stretchable between two fingers, not have an unpleasant odor and vary in quantity. This is a completely normal phenomenon and absolutely nothing to be afraid of.

During the first twelve weeks, the master in the body is the hormone, which bears full responsibility for the preservation and normal development of the fetus.

In addition, progesterone is involved in the formation necessary to protect the cervix from penetration of pathogenic microorganisms from the vagina.

In the first trimester, progesterone has a huge effect on a woman’s body. Therefore, the occurrence of opaque, thick and viscous discharge is normal. The amount of this hormone affects the successful attachment of the embryo to the wall of the uterus and the formation of the child's place - the placenta. During this period, the discharge is usually very viscous and scanty.

If they cause you some discomfort in your underwear, use a daily sanitary pad, but never a tampon. The main thing is that this discharge does not cause you burning or itching sensations.

If viscous mucous discharge is observed before the twelfth week of pregnancy, then from the thirteenth week the situation begins to change somewhat. And this is due to hormonal changes in the body - activation of estrogen production.

Due to this phenomenon of release become somewhat thinner, less viscous, and their number may increase significantly. In such a situation, you can continue to use the same pads. Just avoid using tampons to avoid introducing an unnecessary and dangerous infection to anyone.

Throughout pregnancy you should be careful about your secretions, the nature of their changes in quantity, smell, consistency and color.

When yellow, brown or greenish discharge accompanied by an unpleasant odor, you should immediately visit a antenatal clinic. After all, this sign may indicate the addition of a bacterial infection and the occurrence of an inflammatory process.

What does the color tell you?

White discharge during pregnancy, they consist of mucus containing epithelial cells that are exfoliated from the vaginal walls of a woman. In addition, mucus contains beneficial cells that produce lactic acid to protect against the effects of various bacteria, and feed on epithelial cells.

The secretions also include liquid, the volume of which increases significantly as a result of excitement. Therefore, it is quite normal for white vaginal discharge to moisturize and cleanse the vagina.

Copious clear discharge during pregnancy– this is an absolutely normal phenomenon. Their presence helps maintain normal vaginal microflora in a woman. In addition, abundant transparent discharge occurs due to the activation of the secretory function of the vagina and cervix.

Yellow discharge during pregnancy are pathological. They are nothing more than pus accumulated in the vaginal mucosa. This pus is formed due to the influence of pathogens such as staphylococcus, gonococcus or E. coli.

Greenish discharge indicate progression of the disease. And blistering discharge may indicate the appearance of gonorrhea or trichomoniasis. In such cases, severe itching, burning and pain when urinating occurs.

Bright yellow discharge during pregnancy indicate an inflammatory process in the fallopian tube or in the ovaries. And possibly a bacterial infection of the vagina. A woman could have contracted the infection before pregnancy. She could just be in a dormant state. And when the immune system weakened, it took over and manifested itself.

Pink discharge during pregnancy indicate the presence of blood in them. If they occur during the expected period and in small quantities, then there is no particular reason for concern.

But if such discharge is accompanied by pain, and especially cramping sensations in the lower abdomen and lumbar region, then you should seek medical help. After all, they can indicate the beginning. In this case, the sooner you get help, the greater the chance of maintaining the pregnancy.

Brown discharge During pregnancy, they are considered normal if they are smeared in the first trimester during the period of expected menstruation. But you should still consult a doctor, since discharge of this color is evidence of a threatening spontaneous abortion.

Discharge turns brown when separating the fertilized egg from the uterine walls. In this case, blood leaks and severe pain is felt. In this case, urgent hospitalization will be required to maintain the pregnancy.

Brown discharge at the very beginning of pregnancy may indicate tubal pregnancy. In addition, heavy bleeding and pain are common. This is subject to mandatory interruption.

As you can see, the color, abundance and consistency of discharge during pregnancy is of great importance. Therefore, always keep an eye on them, and if you have the slightest doubt, consult a doctor. After all It's better to get checked and be calm than to constantly worry and be nervous about this.

From the first days, pregnancy is accompanied by hormonal surprises and changes in a woman’s normal lifestyle. The restructuring of the body during pregnancy, among other changes, leads to mucous discharge from the vagina. Depending on their color, consistency, smell and abundance, it is possible to diagnose the normal state of health of the mother and fetus, as well as respond in time to the development of possible pathologies and threats. Therefore, such an identifier as mucous discharge during pregnancy should be constantly monitored by the woman and her attending physician. Let's consider what kind of discharge there is in character and color, and what this means for the expectant mother and her child.

In the terminology of obstetric and gynecological practice, white mucous discharge during pregnancy is called leukorrhea.
Leukorrhea is a completely normal physiological feature of every woman in the absence of other complaints in the labia and vagina.
In order to make sure that the discharge is natural, gynecologists take a general smear to check the vaginal flora and bacterial culture.
It is leukorrhea that is called the protective function of the body, which “turns on” under certain hormonal conditions - after the conception of a new life.
Protection of the prenatal and birth canals is a reaction of the expectant mother’s body, laid down at the genetic level.
If the tests show sufficient cleanliness of the vagina, in the absence of other factors, the mother should not worry about the child, as well as about the nature and abundance of the discharge.
If a woman had a heavy discharge before pregnancy due to physiological characteristics, it means that in the first stages of pregnancy it will be even larger, and if it is scanty, it will therefore not be so large. Although excess discharge, more than daily pads, should be a reason for additional consultation with the supervising doctor, but in no case is a reason to use tampons.

Types of mucous discharge from the vagina during pregnancy

Typically, normal mucous discharge is not accompanied by pain, itching, burning or other discomfort for a woman. Although there are different cases - especially dangerous and less so, there are individual reactions to different factors. Therefore, the expectant mother always needs to keep her finger on the pulse and not let any symptoms take their course, even if they disappeared as suddenly as they appeared.

Mucus discharge in early pregnancy

Mucus discharge in late pregnancy

The change in discharge after the first trimester is due to hormonal correction.

After the formation of the placenta, under the influence of progesterone, another hormone begins to be produced - estrogen.
At this stage, mucous discharge from the vagina changes in consistency and intensity, from viscous and scanty to more liquid and abundant.
In later stages of pregnancy, when the belly begins to grow more rapidly, clear vaginal discharge may also appear with sneezing, sharp coughing and loud laughter. There is no need to worry about this. This is due to the fact that the increasing weight of the baby begins to compress the bladder and urethral canals, and this provokes the uncontrolled release of translucent fluid from the genitourinary system.
To prevent such cases even when planning pregnancy, doctors recommend special exercises to strengthen the pelvic floor muscles. They are quite simple: just go to the toilet in a semi-standing position, while straining the hip joint, as well as the muscles of the buttocks and legs.
In the third trimester, when there is very little time left before birth, the cervix begins to gradually open, preparing for its resolution. When the cervix opens sufficiently, the woman may feel the separation and release of the mucous plug of the birth canal with possible blood impurities. This can also happen after active sexual intercourse, as a result of “rubbing” of the cervix. Such a manifestation is a significant reason for an unscheduled visit to an obstetrician-gynecologist. So pregnant women and their partners need to be careful in lovemaking before childbirth.
At the end of pregnancy, at 34 - 35 weeks, a sweet-smelling liquid with a slight yellowish tint is released from the vagina, which may be amniotic fluid. It is important not to confuse urethral discharge with birth fluid. A distinctive feature for a woman in this case should be the smell. If you feel leakage of amniotic fluid at any stage of pregnancy, immediately call an ambulance and notify your doctor.

I would like to summarize that any vaginal discharge in late pregnancy can be the result of several factors:

normal discharge during pregnancy;
regular leakage of fluid from the urethra;
exfoliation of amniotic fluid;
a sign of a sexual disease.

Nonspecific mucous discharge during pregnancy and its color

Nonspecific vaginal discharge during pregnancy is called if it has an odor, consistency, color and abundance that is unusual for the natural microflora. The reason for this state of affairs may be pathological microorganisms, infections and inflammatory processes of the pelvic organs. Most often, the cause of such discharge is vaginal and intestinal bacteria: fungi, staphylococci, gardnerella, E. coli and other pathogens. The acute and sudden appearance of a sign of a particular disease indicates that the infection entered the mother’s body even before pregnancy, and its activation at the time of hormonal changes. Therefore, it is extremely important to exclude all sources of infection even before the moment of conception.

Yellow mucous discharge during pregnancy

Such secretions are a sign of advanced inflammation. Yellow discharge appears with purulent vaginal infections. This can happen when exposed to pathogenic bacteria, for example, gonococci, staphylococci and other microorganisms.

Green mucous discharge during pregnancy

The active phase of the infectious disease is indicated by greenish vaginal discharge. If the consistency is similar to many bubbles, this is, without a doubt, a sign of gonorrhea or trichomoniasis. These genital diseases are usually accompanied by a burning sensation during urination, itching and painful symptoms of the external genital organs.

Bright yellow mucous discharge during pregnancy

If a woman, while pregnant, notices nonspecific discharge of a bright yellow color, she should immediately consult a doctor. The fact is that this type of secretion is dangerous for the fetus, since it indicates inflammation of the fallopian tubes or ovaries. Such a bacterial infection could well be present in an incubation state in the mother’s body before conception, appearing only during pregnancy.

Pink mucous discharge during pregnancy

A change in the color of the discharge towards reddish or pink is a sign of the presence of blood in the vagina. This is the worst sign during pregnancy. If according to the schedule this period coincides with the dates of regular menstruation, then the worries are in vain. However, if you feel aching pain in the groin area, as well as sharp, spasmodic jerks in the lumbar region and placenta, you should immediately consult a doctor and call an ambulance. Such symptoms are a sign of an incipient miscarriage. In this case, the issue of maintaining pregnancy becomes paramount.

Brown mucous discharge during pregnancy

Mucus that is a little brownish in color during pregnancy is quite normal only if these are the so-called dangerous periods of scheduled menstrual bleeding.
Only a doctor can distinguish between discharge mixed with blood and bloody secretions from the vagina. Therefore, in any case, with such symptoms, you should immediately visit an antenatal clinic. After all, it is likely that what you consider to be a barely brown discharge may turn out to be secretion with blood.
Vaginal secretions can acquire this color when the fertilized egg separates from the walls of the uterus in early pregnancy. Associated signs of irreversible processes may include blood, severe pain in the pelvic area, and even dizziness. This situation requires immediate inpatient “preservation” of pregnancy.
Tubal pregnancy can also develop with similar symptoms with additional manifestations in the form of heavy bleeding and acute pain in the abdominal area. An ectopic pregnancy must be terminated surgically.

The female body is endowed with an established mechanism for conceiving and bearing a child. Mucus from the vagina plays a fairly significant role in it. At the same time, many expectant mothers panic when they notice mucous discharge during pregnancy. This time is characterized by a number of processes that normally cause a similar symptom. However, there are situations when mucus becomes a harbinger or sign of an inflammatory process.

This topic is popular for discussion on the Internet. The large number of requests necessitates a detailed discussion on this matter. Below we will try to answer the most exciting questions from women.

Causes of mucus formation

Ekaterina, 24 years old: “Hello. I'm now in my ninth week. In the last couple of days I have noticed thick mucous discharge in the form of snot. Does anyone know why they might have appeared and is this normal?

Marina, 30 years old: “Hello everyone. Tell me, during pregnancy, is discharge that looks like snot and has no odor dangerous?”

Hormonal changes

The mucous, transparent discharge itself is produced by glands that are located in the uterus and around the cervix. Their number varies according to periods of the menstrual cycle. This happens before conception. After it, everything changes a little, since the hormonal background no longer depends on the phase of the cycle, but increasingly on the duration of pregnancy. Thus, mucous discharge in pregnant women is the result of increased hormone production.

This process begins from the moment of ovulation. At this time, the sexual secretion has a watery consistency and is abundant. Such changes create a favorable environment for fertilization. After conception itself, progesterone is responsible for the secretion of mucus. It is this hormone that is responsible for the safety and development of the fetus. If there is a deficiency, appropriate therapy is prescribed. Towards the middle of pregnancy, estrogen comes into play. This hormone slightly changes the intensity and consistency of mucus.

It must be remembered that the listed processes are not accompanied by any uncomfortable sensations for the woman. They are among the natural and not causing concern.

Inflammatory process

Discharge in the form of mucus during pregnancy can also appear as a result of one or another inflammatory process. Among these are increased proliferation of pathogenic microorganisms, diseases of the genitourinary system, genital tract infections, systemic and some chronic diseases, etc.

Signs that complement this symptom, together with test results, can give a clearer picture of the condition of the expectant mother.

Below we will take a closer look at how to distinguish normal discharge from pathological discharge by color, consistency and, of course, the period of pregnancy.

Normal mucous discharge during different periods of pregnancy

They are the result of the effects of hormones on the body. Of course, you need to monitor your general condition. Normally, such mucus should not be accompanied by other symptoms (unpleasant odor, itching, burning).

Of course, such processes can cause minor hygiene problems for a woman, but this is where daily routines and showers in the morning and evening come to the rescue. “Snotty” discharge during pregnancy should not normally have a tint. If the mucus begins to change color, you need to inform your gynecologist about it. The same should be done if uncharacteristic symptoms and signs appear.

After 12 weeks of pregnancy

By the middle of the term, the nature of the sexual secretion gradually changes. Thus, mucous discharge during pregnancy in the second trimester becomes more liquid.

This process is explained by the effect of estrogen on the body. Don't be afraid of the abundance of secrets. Most women at this time cannot do without using panty liners. But you should be careful with them too. It is important to change hygiene products in a timely manner so as not to create a favorable environment for the proliferation of microorganisms.

Pay attention to the intensity and nature of the secreted sexual secretion. The appearance of an uncharacteristic color, smell or consistency should alert the expectant mother.

In the later stages

Olga, 27 years old: “At 38 weeks of pregnancy there is mucous discharge - is this the plug coming out? I can't understand how this should happen. Tell."

Maria, 30 years old: “Hello. Help, does mucous discharge at 40 weeks of pregnancy mean the onset of labor or not?”

Daria, 21 years old: “Girls, SOS! Intense discharge at 39 weeks of pregnancy. A lot came out at once. Now it’s somehow smaller. What could it be?"

Mucous discharge during pregnancy in the third trimester is similar in nature to what was in the second trimester. Although some changes are possible.

If nothing else bothers you other than thick mucus, you don't have to worry about anything. Any negative changes must be reported to your doctor promptly.

By the end of pregnancy, it is considered normal to have both watery secretions and thick and viscous secretions. The shade should be transparent or with small white splashes. The presence of small blood clots indicates a possible placental abruption, but this phenomenon is accompanied by nagging pain in the abdominal area and subsequent bleeding from the vagina. In this case, call an ambulance immediately.

Removal of the mucus plug

Discharge during late pregnancy changes even in the absence of any problems. So, towards the end, the body prepares the birth canal to receive the baby. If during the entire period the cervical canal was covered with a mucous plug to protect the child, now it needs to prepare for opening. Thus, mucous discharge at the 37th week of pregnancy and later signals an imminent birth. They will be a similar consistency as before, but with a pink and red tint.

Regarding the abundance, it is impossible to say for sure, since in some women the plug comes off all at once, while in others it comes off gradually. Accordingly, the amount of mucus will depend on the progress of this process. If you notice a similar phenomenon, there is no need to worry; labor itself can occur in a week. The release of the mucus plug is only their early harbinger, which not even everyone notices.

Amniotic fluid leakage

Sometimes discharge during pregnancy like snot is a sign of leakage of amniotic fluid. Moreover, they are liquid in nature and have a characteristic sweetish odor.

This condition before 37-38 weeks is considered dangerous for the baby, as it indicates a violation of the fetal membrane. For diagnosis, both special tests at an appointment with a gynecologist and pharmacy tests are used. Treatment tactics are selected depending on the duration and accompanying symptoms.

It is quite difficult to independently determine the course of a particular pathological process. Here you need competent consultation with a specialist and appropriate examination. However, you need to be informed about possible diagnoses and when to urgently seek help.

What do different shades of mucous discharge during pregnancy indicate?

Elena, 25 years old: “The discharge at 32 weeks of pregnancy is of some dull yellow color. Plus there is a slight irritation of the skin below. Has anyone had this? Did you go to the doctor?

Nadezhda, 24 years old: “I started having discharge at 26 weeks of pregnancy, white, but quite thick. It burns a little there. Is this thrush?

Karina, 23 years old: “Hello everyone. Help is needed. I wasn’t sick the whole time, everything was fine. At 39 weeks of pregnancy, some mucous discharge began. I think I read that the plug should come off, but I don’t know how it happens. Can you explain please!"

Marina, 33 years old: “I know that this is a bad sign and you need to run to the doctor, but can someone tell me who had this, what was prescribed for you, how you were treated, and in general what causes this to happen?”

The lack of mucus color, as we have already determined, is a completely normal phenomenon for a healthy body. The course of the inflammatory process should be discussed when the secretion acquires some unnatural shade. There are many reasons for this: the proliferation of microorganisms, infections, diseases of the pelvic organs, etc. Let’s take a closer look at the different colors of sexual secretions.

White

White mucous discharge during pregnancy is one of the normal variants, but only when it is not accompanied by other unpleasant symptoms. If the consistency is less like mucus and more like a white curd mass, then you most likely have thrush.

This disease in itself is not so dangerous, but during childbirth it contributes to the infection of the baby, and therefore requires mandatory treatment.