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Hypovolemia

Hypovolemia means the circulating blood volume is too low to meet the body's needs.

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Bleeding and hemorrhage during labor explained

Bleeding and hemorrhage during labor explained

What bleeding can mean in labor Bleeding during labor exists on a spectrum. At one end is small-volume blood-tinged mucus, often noticed as the cervix effaces and dilates. This may look pink, brown, or lightly red and can be mixed with mucus. It is commonly discussed with other early signs of labor, but it should […]

Heavy bleeding during labor explained

Heavy bleeding during labor explained

What heavy bleeding during labor can mean Some vaginal bleeding can occur near the beginning of labor. As the cervix softens, shortens, and opens, mucus from the cervical canal may be released with a small amount of blood. This is often called a bloody show. It is usually mucus-like, streaked or pink-brown rather than a […]