In week 10 of pregnancy baby development, there may be more vaginal discharge, which is caused by estrogen levels increasing. The discharge should look milky and thin with a mild odor. Pantyliners are acceptable to wear for comfort, but tampons and douching must be avoided.
What Should I Be Concerned About?
During week 10 of pregnancy baby development, watch out for vaginal discharge. Despite this normal occurrence, some types of vaginal discharge may indicate an infection. Watch out for foul odor, green or yellow color, discharge with redness or itching of vulva, mixed with blood, painful urination, and abdominal pain.
Call your doctor immediately if any of these occur. If you are experiencing moderate to severe pain or if these symptoms are accompanied by vaginal bleeding, fever, chills, or burning urination, seek medical attention.
Abdominal pain is common due to round ligaments that surround the uterus stretching. The pain is usually described as sharp or dull but it is mostly benign. Slower movements can help to reduce the incidence of pain during week 10 of pregnancy baby development.
Your Doctor Visits
What Should I Tell My Doctor?
During week 10 of pregnancy baby development, it is necessary to attend your first prenatal visit. Normally, the doctor will order a series of tests which include checking your weight, blood pressure and urine.
What Tests Should I Know About?
A blood test may also be administered to determine if you are immunized against certain diseases to which a fetus may be vulnerable: varicella, measles, mumps and rubella, among others. This will allow your doctor to identify what blood type and Rh factor you have. Infections can also be discovered with a blood test, especially those that are sexually transmitted, such as herpes, hepatitis, HIV and syphilis. Meanwhile, a urine test can detect chlamydia and gonorrhea.
Your doctor may also perform a physical examination of the abdomen to ascertain the size and position of the baby. This series of tests may also include a breast exam. Your doctor will also take down a medical history and any health problems that are present in your family in order to identify any possible risks of genetic diseases. Your doctor will also check your baby’s heartbeat during this week.
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