Complications During Pregnancy To Be Addressed In The ER

For most women, the nine months of pregnancy are filled with excitement, anticipation, and joy. On the other hand, being pregnant can also be overwhelming, confusing, and even frightening at times. With all of the possibilities and complexities of carrying a child, it is important that women seek regular, ongoing care with an OB/GYN throughout their pregnancy. However, there are certain situations when more immediate evaluation and treatment may be needed to ensure the health and safety of the mother and her unborn baby.

 

The compassionate team of professional board-certified physicians and staff at iCare ER & Urgent Care understand the sensitive and personal nature of pregnancy-related complications and are dedicated to providing prompt, caring, and accurate diagnosis and treatment. Learn more about what signs and symptoms during pregnancy may indicate that you should seek emergency care at one of our convenient locations in Frisco or Fort Worth, TX.

 

Should I go to the ER for bleeding during pregnancy?

One of the most common symptoms that lead women to seek emergency or urgent care during pregnancy is vaginal bleeding or spotting. While light bleeding or spotting during early pregnancy may be completely normal, women with ongoing, sudden, or heavy bleeding may be experiencing some form of pregnancy complication, including miscarriage. If you notice bleeding or spotting during your pregnancy that is mild, early, or unaccompanied by other symptoms, calling your OB/GYN may be an appropriate first step. However, if you have more severe or sudden bleeding, as well as additional symptoms, you should visit your nearest emergency room for immediate evaluation, diagnosis, and care. Some of the symptoms accompanying bleeding that may warrant a trip to the ER during pregnancy include:

 

• Heavy or ongoing bleeding
• Passing tissue from the vagina
• Leaking fluid from the vagina
• Fever or chills
• Protracted nausea or vomiting
• Severe abdominal pain
• Pelvic pain
• Lower back pain
• Cramping
• Shortness of breath
• Chest pain
• Dizziness
• Loss of consciousness
• Low blood pressure

 

Both iCare ER & Urgent Care convenient dual-hybrid locations in Frisco and Fort Worth, TX offer urgent care and ER facilities, and patients will be seen promptly and treated in a private, comfortable setting.

 

What are possible complications during pregnancy that should be treated in the ER?

If you are having unusual symptoms during pregnancy and feel that you may be experiencing a serious complication, seeking immediate care at your nearest ER may be the most appropriate course of action. Not only can pregnancy complications affect your baby, but certain conditions may also pose a risk to your own health as well. Some of the most common possible complications during pregnancy include:

 

• Miscarriage: loss of pregnancy before 20 weeks, the cause of which is often unknown
• Ectopic pregnancy: fertilized egg implants outside the uterus, which can cause life-threatening complications
• Preeclampsia: potentially life-threatening condition related to elevated blood pressure
• Preterm labor: dangerous early contractions and dilation of the cervix

 

Should I go to the ER for a miscarriage?

Once the miscarriage process begins, there is, unfortunately, nothing that can be done to reverse it. However, it is still critical that patients seek medical care to ensure that all of the fetal matter passes from the body in order to avoid infection, scarring of the uterus, and even infertility in the future. Our caring team understands that miscarriage can be one of the most devastating events in life and is committed to providing compassionate and thorough treatment. If a miscarriage is confirmed – which may require a sonogram and/or blood work – your provider may recommend either medical therapy, surgical treatment (D&C), or monitoring and follow-up with your OB/GYN.

 

Guard your own health and the health of your baby by visiting the ER for pregnancy complications in North Texas

No one wants to think about a possible problem during pregnancy, but it can happen. If it does, it is important to understand what symptoms may justify a trip to the emergency room to avoid further, even life-threatening, complications. If you are having worrisome signs and symptoms during pregnancy that you think may be related to miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, or other condition, visit your nearest iCare ER & Urgent Care location in Fort Worth or Frisco, TX immediately for the most advanced treatment and care available. When it comes to the health and safety of your growing family, don’t leave anything to chance.