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Noticed vaginal bleeding during the first trimester of pregnancy?
Here’s what you gotta know.
What is a subchorionic bleed?
It can cause light to heavy spotting or bleeding, but it may not.
Most subchorionic bleeds resolve on their own, and women go on to have perfectly healthy pregnancies.
But because bleeds or clots can rarely cause problems, all subchorionic bleeds are monitored.
How common is it?
What are the symptoms of a subchorionic bleed?
Spotting or bleeding may be a sign, often beginning in the first trimester.
But many subchorionic bleeds are detected during aroutine ultrasoundwithout there being any noticeable signs or symptoms.
Potential risks of subchorionic bleeding
Remember: The vast majority of subchorionic hematomas dissolve on their own.
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Should you be concerned?
It’s normal and healthy to worry when you noticevaginal bleeding or spotting during pregnancy.
He or she will order an ultrasound.
