After the ultrasound, there is blood. Is it worth worrying about discharge after ultrasound

Pregnancy is the most pleasant and, at the same time, disturbing event in a woman's life. The process of bearing a fetus is a rather complicated and responsible stage for a mother. It brings many unexpected and not always pleasant surprises. Often, the female body begins to fail, because during pregnancy it undergoes a complete restructuring. During this, various troubles are possible, which many women associate with routine research. This refers to discharge during pregnancy after ultrasound. It should be noted that such an alarming symptom unbalances even the most unflappable woman. Let's figure it out together why such discharges occur, and is there a danger to the life of the fetus or the health of the woman?

Why do discharge appear after ultrasound?

It is not possible to say unequivocally what causes the appearance of discharge after an ultrasound examination, since there are many such reasons. It is very difficult to describe them all in one small article. We will try to identify only the most basic reasons. So, one and, according to many experts, the main reason for the appearance of discharge after ultrasound is the hypersensitivity of the internal genital organs. The second reason for this not entirely pleasant phenomenon may be an excessive supply of blood to the genital organs.

Most often, such discharge appears after sonography using a transvaginal ultrasound probe. As a rule, some of the doctor’s manipulations touch the cervix during the examination, and the result of the procedure may be the very brown or spotting that is discussed in the article. You yourself understand that you should not panic because of this, besides, such discharges quickly end, literally in one or two days. As for the danger to the life of the fetus or woman, then you can not worry at all. There is no threat.

Discharge during pregnancy after a brown ultrasound may appear because the female body is trying to get rid of the remnants of menstrual blood that lingers in the cervix. Another reason for the appearance of discharge of this color is the usual implantation bleeding. It necessarily manifests itself two weeks after conception. Light brown discharge appears in pregnant women when the human papillomavirus settles in their body. Many other viral or infectious diseases cause the same effect. Allocations appear because sound waves of a weak frequency cause some vibrations of the internal organs. But they are so insignificant that they do not pose any danger to the body. Another thing is when smearing brown discharge appears after an ultrasound during an ectopic pregnancy. They are the confirmation of the most unfavorable forecasts.

In such cases, urgent measures must be taken to eliminate the cause of the discharge, since a conniving attitude poses a direct threat to the life of a woman. There is no talk about the life of the child in such cases. Placement of the fetal egg outside the uterus is categorically incompatible with the development of a normal pregnancy. However, with an ectopic pregnancy, in addition to the characteristic discharge, other symptoms are observed. That is why, if there is any doubt about the normal course of pregnancy, come to our medical center. Here, qualified specialists will answer all your questions and do everything possible to keep you and your baby healthy!

Gynecologists prefer transvaginal ultrasound, which gives a clear picture of the state of the pelvic organs. It can be prescribed to pregnant women, as it helps to monitor the development of the fetus, identify even minor anomalies and determine the cause of increased abdominal tone. Why such a diagnosis is preferable in each case is decided by the doctor.

After the end of the procedure, scant brown discharge is allowed, the lower abdomen and head may hurt, tone is possible. You should be alarmed if profuse bloody discharge has begun, and general well-being has deteriorated sharply. This diagnosis in pregnant women should not be the cause of a prolonged increase in tone, abundant brown or bloody discharge, contractions (it hurts and pulls the lower abdomen and lower back). Otherwise, specialist supervision is necessary.

Transvaginal ultrasound procedure

Ultrasound of the fetus by the transvaginal method can be done to women in the early stages of pregnancy, but no later than 12 weeks.

The advantage of vaginal ultrasound is that it allows you to see even small ovarian cysts, inflammatory processes, fibroids. In pregnant women, tests (smear) and such an examination can give an accurate assessment of the development of the fetus. If hypertonicity is present, the diagnosis determines the cause of its increase and helps to take measures to eliminate the threat. This procedure is the only option for informative examination of patients with obesity.

It should be remembered that for all its advantages, transvaginal ultrasound has a number of disadvantages. The procedure itself is noted by many women as unpleasant, and after it brown discharge sometimes appears, the stomach is held in tension (tonus) and the lower back may begin to hurt. Normally, these symptoms are mild and disappear soon.

In combination with the results of an ultrasound examination, a smear helps to quickly identify the cause of inflammation, an enlarged ovary, and pain in the lower abdomen.

Features of ultrasound

Subject to the recommendations, the likelihood of irritation of the walls of the vagina during ultrasound is reduced significantly. However, the sensor can cause tissue microtrauma, so after the examination, brown discharge is possible, and the lower abdomen may hurt. In rare cases, headaches, abdominal tone, or throbbing pains in the ovarian region are observed.

If unpleasant sensations acquire aggressive dynamics, in the form of increased pain symptoms, decreased appetite, increased body temperature, and brown discharge is replaced by blood, you should urgently consult a doctor. If, after the procedure, menstruation went ahead of time, you should not be scared, but you should tell the specialist. The doctor should determine that this is menstruation, and not dangerous bleeding.

During the examination, a special probe is inserted into the vagina. The patient should relax the pelvic floor muscles and monitor her breathing. When the doctor passes the device along the lower wall of the vagina, discomfort is allowed, but not acute pain. In most cases, the irritation caused by the examination is accompanied by short-term brown discharge, so you should not panic.

Depending on the purpose of the examination, the doctor selects the appropriate phase of the patient's cycle. For example, to understand how the ovary works, ultrasound is performed on days 5, 9, 11-15 of the cycle. Before doing an ultrasound, you can take a smear for infections and other tests.

Why does pain occur after ultrasound?

What can bother a woman after an ultrasound?

Transvaginal ultrasound is often prescribed, as this procedure is informative and safe for the patient and, if the woman is pregnant, for the fetus. Those who have complaints about their health, for example, before the procedure, the ovary hurts so much that it is sometimes difficult to step on the heels, it should be understood that after the study, the organ disturbed by ultrasound will be restless. This can manifest itself as pain in the lower abdomen as a whole or as a pulsation in the area where the inflamed ovary is located.

In patients with hypertension, due to anxiety and fear, after the examination, the head may hurt and even nosebleeds. Those who suffer from hypertension should notify the doctor. Such women must check their blood pressure before and after transvaginal ultrasound.

During the study, there is a risk of infection, which increases in the case of a biopsy. The doctor should be informed if after the ultrasound you have a fever, the stomach hurts and is tense (tonus), the ovary does not stop hurting. Attention requires the appearance of not only bloody, but also brown discharge in pregnant women. Non-pregnant women need to contact a doctor if the temperature rises and painful periods begin, there is a tone, pulls the lower abdomen or ovary, without stopping, a headache. A smear taken for examination will help to exclude infection.

What to do after an ultrasound?

If, after the ultrasound, brown discharge began, which then turned into blood, and the general state of health worsened, you need to see a specialist. To exclude infections, it is advisable to urgently take a smear. It is possible that it was just menstruation, which is sometimes accompanied by tone (tension of the lower abdomen) and pain (with inflammation of the ovary). However, whether critical days have begun or there is a complication, the gynecologist must decide.

When asked why there may be discharge after the procedure, doctors often answer that the suspiciousness of patients plays a big role here. However, in the following cases, expert advice is required:

toned stomach (during pregnancy);

Uterine hypertonicity during pregnancy

copious brown discharge (during pregnancy);
the lower abdomen hurts and pulls;
go bloody clots or scarlet blood;
menstruation began immediately after the procedure;
elevated body temperature;
disturbs the ovary, especially when walking;
severe headache;
increased blood pressure.

In the presence of these symptoms, the doctor may conduct a series of studies, including taking a smear for analysis. Therefore, if there is blood, do not guess. Only a gynecologist will determine whether menstruation has begun or a woman needs urgent hospitalization.

Pregnant women should remember that if the stomach is in good shape, and the bottom pulls, then this indicates the beginning of premature contractions. During pregnancy, any discharge is dangerous, even brown and scanty, and even more so if they are bloody. A smear taken for examination and a complete examination will help to exclude infection. A woman is required to be vigilant and obedient to follow the doctor's recommendations.

Vaginal discharge is a normal phenomenon present in every adult healthy woman. But at the same time, discharge is a sign of most gynecological diseases. Let's figure out why gynecological bleeding occurs and how to avoid such a dangerous condition for health.

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How to distinguish between normal discharge and bleeding

Normal vaginal discharge is clear or white in color and varies in consistency depending on the phase of the menstrual cycle. Such secretions are called whites. The consistency of leucorrhoea resembles mucus and is produced by the glands of the cervix, which help cleanse the genital tract from infections and protect them from the penetration of pathogenic bacteria.

Bloody discharge and vaginal bleeding can also be a manifestation of the norm if they appear during menstruation and their volume does not exceed 60 ml. per day. If the vaginal discharge contains blood impurities or turns into uterine bleeding between periods, you should immediately consult a doctor.

Causes of physiological bleeding

Physiological vaginal discharge mixed with blood, appearing between two periods, may be associated with the following reasons:

Implantation bleeding - occurs at the time of conception and can continue until the delay in menstruation. Bloody discharge at the same time spotting and scanty, in some cases may be accompanied by pain during sex.
The first months of taking hormonal contraception - the first days of taking oral contraceptives may be accompanied by mild, spotting discharge, which stops on its own after a few days.
Skipping a birth control pill also causes a hormonal imbalance, which leads to a short bloody smear.
The intrauterine device is a contraceptive that adheres very tightly to the mucous membrane of the uterine cavity and irritates it, causing it to contract with a vengeance. It is this active work of the uterus that provokes spotting.
Aggressive sex - vaginal microtrauma that occurs during aggressive sexual contact can also lead to bloody discharge that does not pose a serious threat to a woman's health.

Dark brown or reddish smearing may occur for several days after the cessation of menstruation. Such a manifestation is also considered the norm and does not require the attention of a gynecologist.

Pathological causes of vaginal bleeding

Spotting, scanty and heavy bleeding can be caused by pathological changes in the body:

menstrual irregularities;
cervical cancer or erosion;
development of endometriosis;
genital polyps, etc.

If the pathological process is not stopped, pus appears in the discharge with a sharp characteristic odor that cannot be overlooked.

One of the most dangerous diseases, accompanied by bloody discharge from the vagina, is inflammation of the inner layers of the uterus (endometrium). The reason for the development of pathology is the penetration of pathogenic microorganisms into the uterine cavity. Most often, infection occurs during abortions, gynecological probing and other medical manipulations. Bloody and purulent discharge in this case is accompanied by high fever, pulling pain in the lower abdomen, chills, weakness, excessive sweating.

A strong psycho-emotional shock can lead to a hormonal imbalance in a woman's body, which affects the exacerbation of chronic diseases and can also cause bleeding between periods.

Bloody discharge during pregnancy

Almost every woman is faced with this kind of phenomenon during the period of bearing a baby. Blood discharge during pregnancy is not always considered a reason for panic. At this time, the sensitivity of the genital organs increases, they begin to be more actively supplied with blood, which can lead to minor bleeding from the vagina. A woman can notice a scarlet discharge after a vaginal ultrasound, examination on a gynecological chair, or sexual intimacy.

It’s worth worrying when the discharge is so abundant that you have to change the pad several times a day. A serious reason for urgent medical attention is blood clots. The main causes of abnormal bleeding during pregnancy:

ectopic pregnancy;
spontaneous miscarriage;
inflammation of the cervix;
placental abruption;
frozen pregnancy.

Particularly dangerous discharge (even smearing) in the second and third trimester. They most often indicate serious pathologies that threaten the life of the mother and child. Blood comes with placental abruption or its presentation in the internal pharynx of the cervical canal. In the second case, the walls of the uterus become thinner and the vessels that feed the organ break, which poses a serious danger to the woman's body.

Bleeding after childbirth

Blood discharge (lochia) from the genital tract persists for several days (weeks) after childbirth. Over time, their intensity and color change, they become scarce and light, and then completely disappear. Even in the maternity hospital, measures are taken for the young mother to prevent postpartum hemorrhage - the bladder is emptied with a catheter, ice is placed on the stomach, and oxytocin is injected intravenously. The drug is necessary for intensive contraction of the walls of the uterus, which blocks open blood vessels, preventing profuse blood loss.

To prevent postpartum hemorrhage, you must follow a few simple rules - empty your bladder in a timely manner, feed your baby on demand, lie on your stomach more often immediately after childbirth, apply ice to your stomach.

Bloody postpartum discharge can persist for up to 6-8 weeks until the uterus fully recovers. For breastfeeding mothers, this process is faster. You should consult a doctor if the following symptoms appear:

discharge has an unpleasant odor;
pus appears in secret;
the volume of lochia increased for no reason;
vaginal discharge acquires a curdled consistency.

The nature of postpartum discharge must be monitored and measures taken in time to avoid serious health complications.

After an abortion, including medical abortion, blood discharges sometimes go on for 10 days for a week. After this period, they should stop completely.

Bloody discharge in girls

Until the onset of puberty (9-12 years), there should be no vaginal discharge. The eggs do not mature during this period, the menstrual function is not active, the effect of female hormones on the child's body is negligible. Therefore, blood discharge at this age always indicates a girl's health problems. Most often this is due to pathologically premature puberty or infection of the genital tract.

With menopause, bleeding should not be. Their appearance indicates the development of a serious disease, up to oncology. By seeking professional help from a woman, a woman can get a detailed consultation from an experienced gynecologist, carry out the necessary diagnostics and the optimal treatment regimen for any gynecological pathology.

28.11.2007, 10:24

After the ultrasound examination by the gynecologist*, profuse bleeding began. The doctor (by phone) gave a conclusion about menstruation, suggesting that in case of acute pain, call an ambulance. However, in the evening of the same day, the bleeding stopped. Could the gynecologist have hurt me, since the procedure itself was very painful. What action should I take now? (I don't want to go to the same clinic again.)

*And another question about the indications for the procedure. I am on the 16th day of delay (the first ultrasound was done on the 10th day, but the computer turned out to be broken and they could not make a conclusion.) Could it be that the fetal egg is not yet visible during these periods? Blood, of course, passed, however, the result is suspiciously long (on the 5th day: is this normal for a paid clinic?).

28.11.2007, 10:59

1. What is your age?
2. How heavy was the bleeding after the ultrasound? How many pads?
3. Was there an examination by a gynecologist before the ultrasound?
4. Was the ultrasound done with a vaginal or transabdominal probe?
5. Is it true that the second ultrasound was performed on the 16th day of delay? If yes, please provide the full text of the ultrasound report.
6. As a rule, the study itself is painless for patients. Where exactly did you feel pain, please describe in more detail.
7. A fertilized egg may not be visible if your cycle is more than 28 days, and conception did not occur on the 14th day (approximately), but a little later. In any case, it is necessary to see the conclusion of the ultrasound on the 16th day of the delay.
8. In paid, as well as in free clinics, anything is possible. Most often, the result is ready the next day or the next day.

28.11.2007, 11:41

Thank you very much for participating :)

I answer:
1. 30
2. 2
3. If you mean palpation - no. Immediately ordered to climb into a chair to do an ultrasound
4. Vaginal
5. Right. Conclusion: "These are signs of the II phase of the cycle. A short term pregnancy cannot be ruled out. A / c for hCG. Ultrasound control after 4-5"
(underlined: no fetal egg, no fluid in the retrouterine space. endometrium 22 mm (is it a little?), heterogeneous echostructure with anechoic inclusions with a diameter of 5x7 mm.)
6. Previously, I had an ultrasound scan, I was lying horizontally and there really was no pain. And in this clinic, the examination was carried out on a chair. It seemed that something clings inside the device, hurts. (The doctor had a monitor behind her back, so she turned away and carried out manipulations, ignoring my cries of attention.) I felt the discharge as soon as I left the office.
7. The cycle, as you write, is 28-30 days (conception is estimated at 15-16 days) I can scan and show ultrasound.
8. Unfortunately, I cannot hurry them. They position themselves as a scientific center.

28.11.2007, 12:29

Thickness of the endometrium - 22? So? It's a lot.
Only the cervix can be in the vagina, for which the vaginal sensor can “cling”, it can really be unpleasant.
Since there was no examination and there is no ultrasound text yet, it is difficult to say unequivocally why such discharges arose.

It is advisable to wait for the results of hCG and repeat the ultrasound (perhaps with another doctor at the clinic or in a different clinic altogether).

28.11.2007, 12:43

I categorically did not like the clinic, I applied for "territorial" reasons (the closest) + a sharp pain. Of course, I will take the analyzes, but in the future I would like to be observed by a more attentive (competent) doctor.
I understand that for ethical reasons, it is inconvenient for you to discuss the work of a colleague, but if you recommend a clinic, I will be grateful. The Center for Obstetrics and Gynecology, by the way, left the same residue - crowded like at the station, the apparatus broke down only in my presence twice. Everyone who is not lazy enters the observation room. (I scanned the ultrasound result, but it’s inconvenient for me to bother you, taking up time)

28.11.2007, 12:54

You see, gogolevka (what's your name? ;)), what's the matter.
In each clinic, unfortunately, you can find a more attentive or less attentive doctor, although the criterion of "competence" is also important. As well as the queue of patients.

Please post the results of the ultrasound.

28.11.2007, 13:19

My name is Tonya.

28.11.2007, 13:27

Tonya, text please.)))

28.11.2007, 13:30

I forgot to say: the last menstruation was terrible: plentiful, blood flowed for two days (it took 2 packs of pads, took mastodinon). The third time they didn't come. A pregnancy test (on the fifth day of delay) was positive. A bicornuate uterus is sometimes seen, sometimes not. :(

28.11.2007, 13:34

28.11.2007, 13:44

In each clinic, unfortunately, you can find a more attentive or less attentive doctor, although the criterion of "competence" is also important. As well as the queue of patients.

Of course, I understand all this. While looking at the clumsy paintings on the walls, Christmas hats on the staff and other "joys", I constantly persuaded myself that the owner of the clinic might have bad taste, and bad doctors do not necessarily work inside. But when, you know, you call and inform about the changes, and they make it clear that they don’t care about everything outside the clinic, they don’t want to return to the same rake. Sincerity has left medicine, these trade and market relations cannot please.

28.11.2007, 14:14

28.11.2007, 15:29

I live in Moscow, in the country of good advice :)
Thank you very much again! "A kind word and a cat is pleased."

28.11.2007, 15:31

P.S. Is ultrasound in such quantities safe for the fetus?

28.11.2007, 15:50

The "Search" function on the forum gives 2 particularly interesting topics:

2. Especially for expectant mothers and fathers in the section "Frequently Asked Questions" Doctorka (moderator of the obstetrics and gynecology forum) posted a topic about complaints and questions during pregnancy.
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Check them out please.

Abdominal ultrasound, which is performed through the abdomen, cannot cause any negative consequences if the patient does not ignore contraindications. The list of such restrictions is short. The situation is different with a transvaginal examination, after which women sometimes experience spotting, pain and other discomfort.

Features of transvaginal ultrasound

During a transvaginal examination, the specialist uses a thin, long probe, on which a condom is put on and a special gel is applied to make it easier to slip. A woman should not strain during the procedure, the pelvic muscles should be relaxed. The patient needs to breathe regularly.

During the examination, you may experience mild discomfort, but there should not be acute pain. Many women experience bloody, scanty discharge after a vaginal procedure, this should not frighten patients.

The cause of microtrauma, which leads to small secretions, can be a transvaginal sensor. In this case, a scant brownish spotting after the examination and mild soreness in the lower abdomen is a normal condition. Discomfort disappears on the 2nd day.

There are isolated cases when headaches, a feeling of pulsation in the ovaries and abdominal tone are pronounced. Doctors cannot name the exact reasons for such a reaction, attributing it to the fact that the woman was nervous.

There are signs that should immediately consult a doctor:

worsening of general symptoms and well-being;
temperature increase;
nausea, loss of appetite;
brown discharge becomes bloody.

Sometimes this indicates the onset of menstruation ahead of time - after a transvaginal ultrasound in women, this condition is considered the norm. In some cases, this may be a sign of an exacerbation of a chronic illness.

So that spotting and pain do not appear after an ultrasound of the pelvic organs, a woman must strictly follow the doctor's recommendations. Preparation for diagnosis does not require significant effort or restrictions. But even with full compliance, some minor risks remain.

Consequences of ultrasound

Some conditions are very frightening for women, especially those who are in position. There is no need to worry ahead of time.

Ultrasound with contrast agent

Ultrasound with contrast gives a clearer picture

Most often, complications and side effects occur if ultrasound is performed using contrast agents:

there is a headache or dizziness;
pressure may drop.
there is dryness in the mouth and a feeling of constant heat;
After eating, a metallic taste persists.

These conditions usually resolve without medical intervention. If a person develops swelling, rash, lacrimation, you should consult a doctor. In these situations, acute diseases can develop: renal or hepatic failure, collapse, anaphylactic shock.

Itching after ultrasound

Burning, itching and discomfort without severe pain is a sign of latex allergy, since a condom is always used during diagnosis. There are several ways to get rid of itching after an ultrasound examination:

drink chamomile tea, lingonberry and cranberry juice;
take antihistamines "Suprastin" or "Tavegil";
use decoctions of herbs for washing.

In most cases, the allergic reaction resolves within 2-3 days after the examination. If discomfort persists after this period, consult a therapist.

There was blood after the ultrasound.

If, after an ultrasound examination, blood appeared, and not itching, while the general condition worsened, it is necessary to take a smear to detect infection. Unfortunately, the risk of introducing bacteria during a transvaginal examination is present, but it is small.

In some situations, women begin menstruation after ultrasound. The doctor should make sure that this is not a complication after a gynecological examination. If the discharge is accompanied by certain symptoms, you should consult a doctor:

during pregnancy, a strong tone of the abdomen appeared;
a lot of blood is released, while the discharge is red, bright, there are clots;
during pregnancy, abundant brown discharge began;
there are pains and pulling discomfort in the lower abdomen;
Menstruation began a few hours after the procedure;
there was pain in one of the ovaries, which is aggravated by walking;
headache, and medicines do not help;
blood pressure rose sharply.

Sometimes, in the presence of open bleeding after ultrasound, hospitalization is required. Such conditions are usually associated with chronic diseases in advanced stages, which women already know about or learned during an ultrasound examination.

Hypertonicity of the abdomen during pregnancy and the appearance of pulling sensations are signs of premature contractions. If a non-pregnant girl's discharge can be a normal condition, then a woman in position should consult a doctor as soon as such symptoms appear. In most cases, a smear analysis is performed first, and then additional examinations are prescribed.

Pain after ultrasound

If the lower abdomen hurts after an ultrasound of the pelvic organs, this can also be a normal condition. Transvaginal examination is a safe procedure for both pregnant and non-pregnant women. Exposure to ultrasound does not harm the fetus in the first and last weeks of development.

If a woman has pain in the uterus, ovary, or other areas of the small pelvis, after ultrasound, they may intensify. This is due to the fact that ultrasound in a sense "disturbs" the organs, and they are activated.

Pulsation, pain and tension in the area of the diseased ovary is a normal response of the body to the examination. If a woman has hypertension, the symptoms may be due to fear and anxiety that the patient experiences before the diagnosis.

After the procedure, women with hypertension have a headache, some have nosebleeds, and blood pressure rises. Before diagnosing, patients with high blood pressure should report their condition to the doctor. In this case, before the procedure, it is necessary to measure the pressure, as well as complete the ultrasound with it.

Infection is an unlikely consequence of pelvic ultrasound, but the risk persists and increases if a woman is prescribed an ultrasound with a biopsy. In this case, you need to monitor your condition very carefully. If the temperature rises, there is a tone or acute pain, and spotting appears, you should immediately consult a doctor.