An abortion can be a spontaneous pregnancy loss before 20 weeks of pregnancy. About 8 to 20 percent of known pregnancies end in abortion, with most affecting before week 12.
Signs and symptoms of pregnancy loss vary from woman to woman, writes Healthline. Symptoms can vary depending on how many weeks you are pregnant.
For example, a fetus at 14 weeks will be much larger than a fetus at 5 weeks gestation, so there may be more bleeding and tissue loss with a subsequent abortion.
Symptoms of pregnancy failure may include: -infection or bleeding from the vagina; – abdominal pain or pain in the lower back; – the passage of tissue, fluid, or other products from the vagina;
How to tell the difference between an abortion and a menstrual period
It can be difficult to distinguish a very early abortion from a late menstrual period. In fact, many abortions occur before a woman even knows she is pregnant. In general, an abortion will cause more intense symptoms than a menstrual period.
For example -Bleeding from a pregnancy loss can also include large clots and tissues that you do not normally see during your period. -Necks can be part of your normal monthly cycle, but in an abortion, they can be especially painful as the cervix dilates. -The color of your blood during your period can range from pink to red to brown. If you see a color you are not used to seeing, it can be a sign of pregnancy loss. / mommytobe
