How normal is spotting at five weeks of pregnancy?

Answer 1

I would let your midwife know, but it doesnt mean theres something wrong, whilst spotting or bleeding isn't normal in pregnanacy, its atually surprisingly more common than people think, at 5 weeks it could be implantation bleeding, or if you've had an internal or sex recently that can also cause spotting.

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Answer 2

If you know for sure that you are pregnant, it is probably not going to be your period, although some women have experienced a "first" period then learns a couple of weeks later that they really are pregnant. It is possible that it could be implantation bleeding caused by the fertilized egg to attach itself to the uterine wall. Or it could be a cervical change that can cause vaginal bleeding. Vaginal bleeding can also be a symptom of ectopic (tubal) pregnancy. Another cause for bleeding during pregnancy is a miscarriage although the first two reasons for bleeding are more common, it is still a good idea to contact your doctor. --I am having the same issue and I too am very early into pregnancy. I called my doctor and spoke to a nurse, she said to keep an eye on it and if i had pain/cramping, nausea, dizziness, bright red blood, or half of a pad full (of blood) then to contact them ASAP. She said that since it is too early a scan couldn't really see anything just yet. So definitely keep an eye on it.

Answer 3

Spotting is absolutely normal. But if it is associated with pain, raise an alarm and meet your doctor immediately!

Answer 4

Spotting is more common within the first few weeks of pregnancy.... Although is it not as common it is still possible to experience spotting later in Pregnancy