Pregnancy Symptoms — Early Signs of Pregnancy
Pregnancy symptoms differ from woman to woman and pregnancy to pregnancy; however, one of the most significant pregnancy symptoms is a delayed or missed menstrual cycle. Understanding pregnancy symptoms is important because each symptom may be related to something other than pregnancy. Some women experience pregnancy symptoms within a week of conception. For other women, symptoms may develop over a few weeks or may not be present at all. Below is a listing of some of the most common pregnancy symptoms.
Implantation Bleeding:
Implantation bleeding can be one of the earliest pregnancy symptoms. About 6-12 days after conception, the embryo implants itself into the uterine wall. Some women will experience spotting as well as some cramping.
Other Explanations: Actual menstruation, altered menstruation, changes in birth control pill, infection, or abrasion from intercourse.
Delay/Difference in Menstruation:
A delayed or missed menstruation is the most common pregnancy symptom leading a woman to test for pregnancy. When you become pregnant, your next period should be missed. Many women can bleed while they are pregnant, but typically the bleeding will be shorter or lighter than a normal period. This symptom is commonly explained by other reasons. If you have been sexually active and have missed a period, it is recommended that you take a test: Order my pregnancy test
Other Explanations: Excessive weight gain/loss, fatigue, hormonal problems, tension, stress, ceasing to take the birth control pill, or breast-feeding.
Swollen/Tender Breasts:
Swollen or tender breasts is a pregnancy symptom which may begin as early as 1-2 weeks after conception. Women may notice changes in their breasts; they may be tender to the touch, sore, or swollen.
Other Explanations: Hormonal imbalance, birth control pills, impending menstruation (PMS) can also cause your breasts to be swollen or tender.
Fatigue/Tiredness:
Feeling fatigued or more tired is a pregnancy symptom which can also start as early as the first week after conception.
Other Explanations: Stress, exhaustion, depression, common cold or flu, or other illnesses can also leave you feeling tired or fatigued.
Nausea/Morning Sickness:
This well-known pregnancy symptom will often show up between 2-8 weeks after conception. Some women are fortunate to not deal with morning sickness at all, while others will feel nauseous throughout most of their pregnancy.
Other Explanations: Food poisoning, stress, or other stomach disorders can also cause you to feel queasy.
Backaches:
Lower backaches may be a symptom that occurs early in pregnancy; however, it is common to experience a dull backache throughout an entire pregnancy.
Other Explanations: Impending menstruation, stress, other back problems, and physical or mental strains.
Headaches:
The sudden rise of hormones in your body can cause you to have headaches early in pregnancy.
Other Explanations: Dehydration, caffeine withdrawal, impending menstruation, eye strain, or other ailments can be the source of frequent or chronic headaches.
Frequent Urination:
Around 6-8 weeks after conception, you may find yourself making a few extra trips to the bathroom.
Other Explanations: Urinary tract infection, diabetes, increasing liquid intake, or taking excessive diuretics.
Darkening of Areolas:
If you are pregnant, the skin around your nipples may get darker.
Other Explanations: Hormonal imbalance unrelated to pregnancy or may be a leftover effect from a previous pregnancy.
Food Cravings:
While you may not have a strong desire to eat pickles and ice cream, many women will feel cravings for certain foods when they are pregnant. This can last throughout your entire pregnancy.
Other Explanations: Poor diet, lack of a certain nutrient, stress, depression, or impending menstruation.
Good luck
2006-09-30 21:30:31
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answered by Anonymous
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Your question is not clear at all.
If you haven't had your first menstrual flow also called menarche, but have attained sexual maturity (yes, it is possible!!) and have had unprotected sex, there is a chance of becoming pregnant.
On the other hand, if you already have regular periods and have had unprotected sex, and now want to know if you're pregnant, 'beautiful' has given you an exhaustive list of pregnancy symptoms and other causes that might mimic them.
Of course, like it has been pointed out by others, you don't necessarily need to have these symptoms. In fact, you may even have a little spotting at the end of 4 weeks which might mimic periods. And still you may be pregnant!!
The opposite is also true, namely, you can have all the symptoms of pregnancy (even swelling of the abdomen!!) and you might not be pregnant.
The only test of any importance that can be used to check for pregnancy would be a urine test which can be done with easily available OTC pregnancy test kits - it can be self-administered.
Now to know if you're anxious to get pregnant or anxious about getting pregnant? I'm guessing the latter. In any case, don't be getting all worked up, nowadays it's been made convenient and quite safe for a woman to choose whether or not to carry her pregnancy to term, esp., if you approach a competent gynecologist within the first trimester (i.e. the first three months - the earlier the better).
So the most sensible thing to do would be to approach a reliable gynecologist. He/She will be able to give you a more definite answer and allay/confirm your fears! As well as offer you the best course of action!
2006-10-01 04:00:58
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answered by Dinesh 1
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It differs with every woman...it depends on how soon you are talking about to! I have read that the first signs are after implantation occurs which I believe can be anywhere from 4-12 days after conception. As far as nausea/vomiting etc 4 weeks after 1st day of LMP is what I have read you see those symptoms. But be aware that some women never have these symptoms, some have them right away, others later on in pregnancy. Also be aware that if you start thinking you are pregnant you could indeed have these symptoms...at least I did.
2006-09-30 21:17:46
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answered by Billie 2
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Dear, I am not clear what your question is. Symptoms before your first period of a pregnacy? Well If you are questioning yourself, go to planned parent hood and get checked out. Your periods could come and go at anytime. Also if you play sports they can very irregular. It is my medical opinion as an LVN that you might need to see a doctor if you are not sure.
2006-09-30 21:22:50
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answered by dgbrsand1 3
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some may have lower abodminal mild pain,
Your basal body temperature stays high,
Frequent urination
after some days
vomiting,
Fatigue
2006-10-01 18:48:36
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answered by hahahaha 2
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hay it is diff.-2 symptomes for diff-2 woman.
dont worried just go for cheak up.
2006-09-30 21:29:42
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answered by shorewalas 3
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nope, not necessary
2006-09-30 21:20:39
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answered by momoftrl 4
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