Dr. Suchi Gupta's Gynae Clinic( Gynaecologist in Gaur City, Greater Noida West)

  Pregnancy occurs when a  sperm  fertilizes an egg after it’s released from the  ovary  during  ovulation . The fertilized egg then travels down into the  uterus , where implantation occurs. A successful implantation results in pregnancy. On average, a full-term pregnancy lasts 40 weeks. There are many factors that can affect a pregnancy. Women who receive an early pregnancy diagnosis and  prenatal care  are more likely to experience a healthy pregnancy and give birth to a healthy baby. Symptoms of Pregnancy You may notice some signs and symptoms before you even take a pregnancy test. Others will appear weeks later, as  your hormone levels change . Missed period A missed period is one of the earliest symptoms of pregnancy (and maybe the most classic one). However, a missed period doesn’t necessarily mean you’re pregnant, especially if your cycle tends to be  irregular . There are many health conditions other than pregnancy ...

The normal length of the  menstrual cycle  is typically between 24 days and 38 days. A normal menstrual period generally lasts up to 8 days. When is bleeding abnormal? Abnormal uterine bleeding is any heavy or unusual bleeding from the uterus (through your vagina). It can occur at any time during your monthly cycle, including during your normal menstrual period. Bleeding in any of the following situations is considered  abnormal uterine bleeding: ·          Bleeding or spotting between periods ·          Bleeding or spotting after sex ·          Heavy bleeding during your period ·          Menstrual cycles that are longer than 38 days or shorter than 24 days ·          “Irregular” periods in which cycle length varies by more than 7–9 days · ...