what are the signs of leaking amniotic fluid?
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Signs of leaking amniotic fluid Leaking amniotic fluid might feel like a gush of warm fluid or a slow trickle from the vagina. It will usually be clear and odorless but may sometimes contain traces of blood or mucus. If the liquid is amniotic fluid, it is unlikely to stop leaking.
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['Bleeding or leaking fluid from the vagina.', 'Blurry or impaired vision.', 'Unusual or severe stomach pain or backaches.', 'Frequent, severe, and/or constant headaches.', 'Contractions, where your stomach muscles tighten, before 37 weeks that happen every 10 minutes or more often.', "Decrease in baby's movements after 28 weeks.", 'Dizziness.']
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['Regular or frequent sensations of abdominal tightening (contractions)', 'Constant low, dull backache.', 'A sensation of pelvic or lower abdominal pressure.', 'Mild abdominal cramps.', 'Vaginal spotting or light bleeding.']
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["heavy bleeding – get medical help if you're soaking through a pad in an hour.", "bleeding that carries on and doesn't settle down.", 'passing blood clots.', 'increasing tummy pain, which may feel like cramps or contractions.', 'a raised temperature (fever) and flu-like symptoms.']
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It's thick, like mucous, requiring you to switch your liner/pad for hygiene purposes, but it's not soaking through – most likely heavy vaginal/cervical discharge. A sudden leak with movement, a baby kick or when your bladder feels full but after the initial leak there isn't a steady flow. Yellow tinged like urine.
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Symptoms of low amniotic fluid when you're pregnant Your uterus measures small for gestational age. You're not gaining enough pregnancy weight. Your baby's heart rate suddenly drops.
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Though many pregnant women leak urine, especially in the third trimester, a sniff will probably clue you in: If the fluid is yellowish and smells of ammonia, it's probably urine. If it doesn't smell (or smells sort of sweet), it's probably amniotic fluid.
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Amniotic fluid doesn't usually smell and is usually colourless (although it may contain specks of mucus or blood). Urine, however, tends to leak when you cough, laugh, sneeze or move suddenly, even if you're lying down. It can be clear, or straw coloured but usually has a distinctive odour.
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["Inconsolable crying. Things that usually soothe your baby – like a feed, cuddle or change of nappy – don't seem to work. ... ", 'Becoming tense or stiff. ... ', 'Curling up. ... ', 'Swollen or tender stomach. ... ', 'A red face. ... ', 'No other symptoms.']
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Amniotic fluid is clear and a pale straw colour. Sometimes it's difficult to tell amniotic fluid from urine. When your waters break, the water may be a little bloodstained to begin with.
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“Think of your amniotic sac like a water balloon. While it's possible to break the water balloon, causing a strong gush of fluid (known as your water breaking), it's also possible that a small hole could develop in the sac. This can result in a slow leak of amniotic fluid.”
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If it doesn't smell like ammonia, it's more likely to be amniotic fluid. If it has an ammonia scent, it's probably urine. If it has a somewhat sweet smell, it's probably amniotic fluid. If it smells foul, it may be infected amniotic fluid.
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Symptoms of low amniotic fluid when you're pregnant You're not gaining enough pregnancy weight. Your baby's heart rate suddenly drops. You have a decreased amount of amniotic fluid, which is detected via ultrasound.
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When to call a doctor Share on Pinterest A person should consult a doctor if they suspect that they are leaking amniotic fluid. If the fluid does not appear to be urine or discharge, it is best to speak to a doctor.
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['Vaginal bleeding.', 'Vaginal leaking of amniotic fluid.', 'Significant increase in vaginal discharge.', 'Sudden or severe swelling in your face, hands or fingers.', "A severe headache or one that doesn't go away.", 'Pain or cramping in your lower abdomen or severe back pain.']
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The most common cause of amniotic fluid leakage is labour. However, the amniotic fluid can leak during the second trimester due to many reasons. Labour causes a spontaneous rupture of membranes (SROM) which facilitates delivery.
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What should you do if you're leaking amniotic fluid? If you think you're leaking amniotic fluid at any point during your pregnancy (or even if you suspect you might be but aren't sure), call your practitioner. He or she can help you figure out if your water really has broken and the next steps to take.