Implantation bleeding

Implantation bleeding

Implantation bleeding allows us to know better in detail when a woman have been able to get pregnant. But not all cases are the same and therefore, it does not occur in all bodies. In order to know if an implantation bleeding has developed we have to be aware of a number of symptoms and signs that will clarify some of the doubts.

This little spotted occurs naturally and it should not be taken as a worrying sign. This is generally the case given this fact, but to give it another meaning it would be necessary to rule out that your bleeding is not overflowing. If this happens and you see that something is not working well, you should see a doctor.

What is implantation bleeding?

This bleeding precedes what we call implantation. Occurs when fertilization of the ovum and sperm has been conceived, forming the embryo that adheres to the inner wall of the uterus.

In this step the fertilized ovum starts with a series of changes where cells rapidly divide forming the "blastocyst". Its way of implanting itself in the endometrial area it will have to be precise, but not violent, so it will break the superficial capillaries to form new ones and thus power the embryo begin to be fed by the placenta.

Differences between implantation bleeding and menstruation

Implantation bleeding may coincide with the onset of menstruation, but we can differentiate it with a series of symptoms:

  • Implantation bleeding occurs with a smooth and scant blood flow with a tone of pink color tending to red-brown. If it is menstruation, the flow is more continuous and its color is intense red.
  • The implantation won't last long, one to two days at most and that of menstruation from 4 to 7 days. The only difference and evidence would be to have a pregnancy test much later to determine if the pregnancy is present. It is not advisable to do the test if you think that the implantation bleeding is already present, because being the first days the result cannot be conclusive yet. As it is the first few days, it may be that the HCG hormone is not yet present in the urine, so it would be necessary to wait a few more days.

Implantation bleeding

Symptoms of implantation bleeding

The symptoms are some of the aforementioned, in some of the times it may be that just be a point bleed where will a few drops of blood appear accompanied by some cramp.

You may think that it is something that happens without more and that usually happens on some occasions, but if you are waiting to know if you are pregnant you can pay attention to whether you have nausea, some small pain in the breasts, very tired and sleepy, and frequent urination.

No need to worry about this type of bleeding

The appearance of this bleeding is totally normal as long as it is short-lived. If there are doubts regarding this fact, you can always consult with your doctor, midwife or gynecologist. This will determine if it is an implantation bleeding or not. It can generally happen that implantation bleeding comes from accompanied by a few minor annoyances, but they do not usually require any kind of spatial attention.

Implantation bleeding


It should be noted that the bleeding is not abundant and troublesome. On many occasions it is usually associated with an abortion or ectopic pregnancy. If this is the case, it would happen that the bleeding would be abundant for more than one or two days and would be accompanied by discomfort.

The implantation of the fertilized egg in the uterus is of vital importance. In the first take we will be talking about blastocyst and until implantation is formed after we can point out that it is an embryo. It will need to receive all the nutrients and blood supply from the mother for it to develop properly. After the days of gestation it is important to observe if the typical symptoms of a pregnancy appear and thus determine that everything is running its course.


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