Vaginal Bleeding in Pregnancy
What can be done to prevent the condition?
Early prenatal care will allow the healthcare provider to screen for pregnancy risk factors. Eating a balanced diet rich in folate may prevent miscarriages caused by genetic problems. Avoiding cigarettes, cocaine, and trauma may decrease the risk of the placenta detaching. Practicing safer sex methods can help prevent sexually transmitted diseases. These are a common cause of ectopic pregnancy.
What are the long-term effects of the condition?
The long-term effects of vaginal bleeding in pregnancy depend on the cause and severity. Potential effects are as follows:
abdominal cramping or pain
death of the mother and child
the need for blood transfusions
the need for surgery
premature delivery and the consequences of early delivery
problems related to any cancer, such as the need for chemotherapy
psychological and emotional problems
related to miscarriage
Rh sensitization if RhoGAM is not given to a woman who is Rh-, which can lead to health problems for the fetus in future pregnancies
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What are the risks to others?
Vaginal bleeding is not contagious. It poses no risk to anyone except the mother and child.
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