Difference Between PMS and Pregnancy Symptoms

PMS: You generally won't have bleeding or spotting if it's PMS. When you have your period, the flow is noticeably heavier and can last up to a week. Pregnancy: For some, one of the first signs of pregnancy is light vaginal bleeding or spotting that's usually pink or dark brown.

1. How can you tell the difference between PMS and pregnancy?
2. Can early pregnancy feel like PMS?
3. Is white discharge a sign of period coming or pregnancy?
4. Can you get PMS symptoms before a positive pregnancy test?
5. How do you self check your stomach for pregnancy?
6. What does your stomach feel like in early pregnancy?
7. When do pregnancy cramps start?
8. Can PMS be mistaken for pregnancy?
9. How can you tell if you are pregnant without a test?
10. What type of cervical mucus indicates pregnancy?
11. What kind of discharge is a sign of early pregnancy?
12. Is creamy discharge a sign of pregnancy?

How can you tell the difference between PMS and pregnancy?

Common symptoms of PMS and early pregnancy include breast swelling, enlargement, pain, discomfort, or tenderness. Early pregnancy symptoms like nausea and vomiting are not common in PMS. The only way to tell if you are pregnant is to take a pregnancy test if your period is late or absent.

Can early pregnancy feel like PMS?

For many women, the signs and symptoms of early pregnancy can resemble those of her approaching menstrual period or PMS. In fact, it is not possible to tell from early symptoms alone if a woman is pregnant or having symptoms related to her upcoming menstrual period.

Is white discharge a sign of period coming or pregnancy?

Vaginal discharge is normal, and it typically changes texture and color throughout the menstrual cycle. It is common for discharge to be cloudy or white several days before a period starts. Cramps and white discharge could, therefore, indicate a late period rather than pregnancy.

Can you get PMS symptoms before a positive pregnancy test?

There's no way to know for certain if you're pregnant before missing your period other than taking a home pregnancy test. Some women do experience symptoms such as fatigue and nausea. These could be PMS symptoms, however. If you still aren't sure you're pregnant after taking a home test, see a doctor.

How do you self check your stomach for pregnancy?

Walk your fingers up the side of her abdomen (Figure 10.1) until you feel the top of her abdomen under the skin. It will feel like a hard ball. You can feel the top by curving your fingers gently into the abdomen. Figure 10.1 With the woman lying on her back, begin by finding the top of the uterus with your fingers.

What does your stomach feel like in early pregnancy?

Some women experience feelings inside their stomachs in the early stages of pregnancy that replicate the sensation of their muscles being pulled and stretched. Sometimes referred to as 'abdominal twinges', these tingles are nothing to worry about.

When do pregnancy cramps start?

It occurs anywhere from six to 12 days after the egg is fertilized. The cramps resemble menstrual cramps, so some women mistake them and the bleeding for the start of their period.

Can PMS be mistaken for pregnancy?

Signs and symptoms of early pregnancy can occur before the missed period and be confused with those of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) or the approaching menstrual period. It is not possible to determine if you are pregnant (in the absence of having a menstrual period) until a pregnancy test is positive.

How can you tell if you are pregnant without a test?

The most common early signs and symptoms of pregnancy might include:

1. Missed period. If you're in your childbearing years and a week or more has passed without the start of an expected menstrual cycle, you might be pregnant. ...
2. Tender, swollen breasts. ...
3. Nausea with or without vomiting. ...
4. Increased urination. ...
5. Fatigue.

What type of cervical mucus indicates pregnancy?

During the first weeks of a pregnancy, cervical mucus may change in color and consistency. You may notice stickier, white, or yellow mucus, known as leucorrhea. As your pregnancy progresses, your vaginal discharge may continue to change.

What kind of discharge is a sign of early pregnancy?

While many women experience vaginal discharge, it's not often associated with pregnancy. But most pregnant women will secrete sticky, white, or pale-yellow mucus early on in the first trimester and throughout their pregnancy. Increased hormones and vaginal blood flow cause the discharge.

Is creamy discharge a sign of pregnancy?

This milky white discharge may also be a sign that you're pregnant. In the early stages of pregnancy, some people produce a thin, milky white discharge. This discharge results from hormonal changes, which are preparing the body for the nine months of pregnancy.