What does a mucus plug look like during pregnancy?
Increased vaginal discharge is normal in pregnancy. Vaginal discharge is usually thin and light yellow or white in color. Discharge from the mucus plug is thicker, more jelly-like and there is more of it. It can also be tinged with red, brown or pink blood. What is the difference between a mucus plug and a bloody show?
What does vaginal discharge look like in early pregnancy?
The vaginal discharge you may see in early pregnancy and otherwise throughout is typically clear or white. The consistency may be thin and sticky. Hormonal changes cause the discharge as your body adjusts to pregnancy. The amount of it may vary by the day or week as your hormones fluctuate.
Why is my discharge so heavy during pregnancy?
The volume of discharge increases throughout pregnancy to reduce the risk of vaginal and uterine infections. Discharge is at its most heavy in the final weeks of pregnancy, when it may contain pink mucus. The mucus is typically sticky and jelly-like in consistency, and it indicates that the body is preparing for labor.
Is losing your mucus plug a sign of miscarriage?
Losing your mucus plug isn’t specifically a sign of miscarriage. That said, losing your mucus plug before week 37 in your pregnancy may mean that you’re dilating or otherwise going into labor early. Remember: Vaginal discharge is common in pregnancy. You may even experience spotting and bleeding and go on to have a healthy pregnancy.
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