2. It is light bleeding or spotting that occurs around 7 to 14 days after fertilization
or conception.
After ovulation, the egg is successfully fertilized by a sperm in a fallopian
tube, and the embryo starts dividing and growing. At this time, the
endometrium (the inner lining of the uterus) starts to change. It's already
thickened throughout the menstrual cycle; however, it’ll need to grow and
mature even more to protect an embryo. After 5 to 6 days of fertilization, the
growing embryo has moved down to the fallopian tube and into the uterus, so
it needs more nutrients, and the endometrium has filled in enough to support
it.
3. Next, the embryo attaches itself to the endometrium, where it becomes
reliant on the mother’s body for the first time for nutrients and O2. When the
embryo implants, it can disrupt tiny blood vessels in the spot it burrows into.
This won’t cause any problems because the endometrium recovers itself, but
some women will experience light bleeding (from pinkish or red to brown
discharge).
4. SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS:
• Light bleeding or spotting (the norm from the period bleeding),
•Mild cramping,
•Tiredness,
•Swollen breasts,
•Headache.
5. WHEN TO SEE A DOCTOR?
Light bleeding during pregnancy (even at times other than implantation is
often normal) is due to irritation of the cervix following a pelvic exam, sex, or
infection of the vagina.
If bleeding following a positive pregnancy test can sometimes be a sign of an
ectopic pregnancy, a molar pregnancy, or other early miscarriage. At this
stage, you should always call your medical provider.
