amniotic fluid loss symptoms
Amniotic fluid is: 1  Generally odourless. 2  Continues to leak, sometimes a steady flow. 3  Your undergarments and liners/pads will need to be changed often as the leak is steady.  You have no control over the flow, unlike 1  urine. The fluid is mostly clear, possibly tinged with white specs and mucous or a bit of blood. If you’re at term (37 weeks of pregnancy or later), an amniotic fluid leak could simply be part of your body preparing for labour. A leak might become a full membrane rupture, known as spontaneous rupture of membranes (SROM). If you’re at term, this is a normal process and rarely something to be concerned about. The best way to determine if your amniotic fluid is leaking is to see your doctor. In most cases what is thought to be leaking amniotic fluid turn outs to be leaking urine. The expectant mother can use a sanitary napkin to observe the fluid color and odor. Amniotic fluid is colorless and odorless. There may be leakage or one large gush of fluid. Place a pad in your underwear as soon as you realize the leaking. After the pad soaks the fluid, take it off to check for the color and smell. If the fluid is colorless and has a sweet smell, then it is amniotic fluid. Amniotic fluid is a bit different from urine or vagina/cervical discharge, however. Amniotic fluid is: Generally odourless. Continues to leak, sometimes a steady flow. Your undergarments and liners/pads will need to be changed often as the leak is steady. You have no control over the flow, unlike urine. Later in pregnancy, the baby drinks the amniotic fluid and urinates as the fetal kidneys begin to function. Normally, amniotic fluid may begin to leak at the start of labor. Any earlier leak, like amniotic fluid leak at 15 weeks is considered premature and needs prompt medical attention. The most common cause of amniotic fluid leakage is a spontaneous rupture of membranes (SROM). It is a physiological condition that is the result of an excess buildup of tension and pressure in the amniotic cavity. It is also known water bag leaking during pregnancy, and it typically marks the beginning of labor. During pregnancy, the baby is nestled safely in a fluid-filled bag or amniotic sac [1] in the womb. The wall of the amniotic sac has two membranes- the chorion [2] and the amnion [3]. These membranes keep the baby sealed in the bag of amniotic fluid. The amniotic sac generates fluid after two weeks of conception . PROM prior to the baby’s due date can be caused by a few different things: 1  Previous history of Premature Amniotic Rupture. 2  Infection in the vagina, uterus or cervix. 3  Smoking during pregnancy.  Tension on the amniotic sac from fluid like large baby’s or 1  twins. Prior surgeries on the cervix or uterus. Often times, it is hard to a woman to clearly determine whether they are leaking amniotic fluid or not. During the last trimester, the baby can put a lot of pressure on the body and this can cause discharge from the cervix which is normal. Also, the baby places pressure on the bladder and thus can cause leaking urine.
Generally odourless, continues to leak, sometimes a steady flow , undergarments and liners/pads will need to be changed often as the leak is steady, no control over the flow, unlike 1 urine. The fluid is mostly clear, possibly tinged with white specs and mucous or a bit of blood.