Severe nausea and vomiting · Dry mouth. Early in pregnancy, it may be normal to have spots known as implantation bleeding; however, in some cases, there may be spots or bleeding due to a more serious condition, such as an ectopic pregnancy, a molar pregnancy, or an infection of the cervix. Contact your healthcare provider if the spots are abundant and are accompanied by other symptoms, such as abdominal or pelvic pain, extreme lightheadedness, or shoulder pain. An urgent need to urinate or a burning sensation when urinating.
If you run to the bathroom a lot but only a trickle comes out, or if you get itchy when you urinate, it's possible that it's a urinary tract infection (UTI). Other signs of a UTI may include fever, chills, or seeing blood in the urine. The doctor can find out what's going on and treat the infection to prevent it from causing major problems. Keep in mind that frequent urination alone is a common symptom of pregnancy during the first trimester and beyond, as the baby grows and puts pressure on the bladder.
Feeling dizzy is quite common in the beginning of the second trimester. Dizziness may also appear later in pregnancy due to problems such as circulation or low blood sugar levels. If dizziness persists, you faint, or presents with symptoms such as blurred vision, vaginal bleeding, headaches, or abdominal pain, see your doctor for spotting or vaginal discharge (between weeks 37 and 40 of pregnancy). You may experience light spots or a pink or slightly bloody discharge.
This may be an early sign of labor, indicating that the cervix has started to dilate and that the mucous plug that sealed it has started to loosen. However, if the bleeding is very severe, contact your healthcare provider right away. Severe headaches may be accompanied by dizziness, fainting, or blurred vision. Sit in a comfortable place, if you feel weak, and ask someone to accompany you while you talk to your obstetrician or midwife about the next steps to take.
Severe headaches during the second or third trimester may be a sign of preeclampsia. Pregnancy can cause many new symptoms. Most of them are harmless, but there are some to watch out for, as they may be a sign of something more serious. We believe in empowering women and people who give birth to understand what different symptoms mean and to know when to seek help.
