women s health issues
Vaginal Bleeding During Late Pregnancy
Treatment of Vaginal Bleeding in Late Pregnancy
The disorder causing the bleeding is treated, if possible. For placental abruption or placenta previa, if delivery is not required and the pregnant woman and fetus are healthy, admission to the hospital is usually recommended. There, the woman and fetus can be monitored, and treatment is readily available. If the bleeding stops, the woman may be sent home. If bleeding continues or worsens or if the pregnancy is near term, the baby is delivered. In women with placenta previa, cesarean delivery is required. Women who have a placental abruption may have a vaginal or cesarean delivery. If Vasa Previa is diagnosed, doctors schedule a cesarean delivery before labor starts, typically at 34 to 37 weeks of pregnancy. However, if bleeding is occurring in a person with a vasa previa, it may be necessary to do a cesarean delivery as soon as possible. If the uterus has ruptured, the baby is delivered immediately. The uterus is repaired surgically. If the woman has lost a lot of blood, she is given fluids intravenously. If fluid treatment is inadequate, she is given blood transfusions. 