Is slight brownish vaginal bleeding during the 7th week of pregnancy a cause for concern?
Patient: Hi, I got pregnant with the IUD in situ, I had it removed as soon as the blood test showed positive. I had a tetr blood test and the numbers doubled from 640 to 1440. I had my first ultrasound last week, and it showed a baby sac, and good heartbeat, but also evidence of retro-decidual collection in front of the sac about 1.5 cc . The cervical canal is closed, and i experienced no bleeding except for a light brownish discharge only once after intercourse. I don t know what does that mean, and should I take any medications? because I actually feel it s better to leave things as they are without the interference of medication. Am I right or is my case really risky and need medication? Also should I quit my job and stay home at bedrest? I am 7 weeks pregnant now Doctor: Hi,  Looking at what you have described, your beta hcg levels doubling and early scan showing cardiac activity, there does not appear any reason to be worried about. You should consider this as a normal pregnancy so far. So, no bed rest and no medication except folic acid is required at this point. Have a routine 12 weeks scan and let's see how things are.  Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.