A pregnant cat has bleeding: normal or pathological, what to do when you need help

Discharge at different stages of pregnancy

A cat's pregnancy lasts 9 weeks. It occurs in several stages:

• early – up to 3 weeks;
• fetal formation – up to 6 weeks;
• prenatal – up to 9 weeks.

A cat is expecting offspring.
Different secretions occur in each period. Kitties themselves are very clean and sometimes it’s hard to see her discharge. At the first stage of gestation, a light pink secretion may be released. During this period, the egg only attaches to the uterus. In the second stage of development, the transparent mucous part of the plug may separate as the cervix closes.

Important! If the discharge is bloody, then you should pay attention to this. They should not be confused with normal ones. There is a possible risk of miscarriage. A veterinarian's consultation is required.

At a later date, a secret may appear again, because the baby is due soon. Possible mucous scarlet secretion.

Pink discharge that is not dangerous

Discharge in the first period of a pale pink color is most often associated with the release of unfertilized eggs to the outside.

If such bleeding does not intensify and does not have a foreign odor, then there is no need to worry.

In the second period, there should normally be no bleeding. During this period, babies are actively gaining growth, the uterus is expanding, and the animal’s tummy is noticeably rounded. If there is noticeable scarlet bleeding that lasts more than 10 minutes, you should immediately consult a doctor. Possible causes: uterine rupture, inflammation, miscarriage.

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In the third period at the end of pregnancy, a small bloody discharge (blood volume maximum 1 tablespoon) can serve as a harbinger of the onset of labor.

Cats are very clean by nature, so if your pet feels good, is cheerful and cheerful, then she licks herself on her own and the owner does not have time to notice anything. The presence of sticky lumps of mucus around the animal's loop should alert you. This is a sign that the pet is unwell and needs urgent help from the owner.

Normally, the owner should not notice any discharge

What kind of discharge can there be?

A cat's discharge may include:

• simple;

The cat has bleeding on the second day after giving birth

Acceptable light pink secretion at the beginning of pregnancy as a result of egg implantation.

• blood;

A variant of a pathological process or threat of miscarriage. In a pregnant cat, bleeding can be fraught with complications. But they are quite natural during contractions and pushing.

• dirty yellow color;

In this case, you need to monitor the cat’s behavior and see how many days she behaves unnaturally. Such discharge in a pregnant cat is usually nothing serious. They are formed as a result of waste products of babies.

With additional symptoms, this color indicates the release of pus from the loop. Perhaps an inflammatory process has begun in the uterus. Urgent treatment with effective drugs or termination of pregnancy is necessary.

• white.

A normal situation during the period of fetal formation. Amniotic fluid fills the uterine cavity, and the excess flows out.

X-ray of a pregnant cat

Important! In any doubtful situation regarding the health of a pregnant cat, it is better to consult a specialist who will perform an ultrasound or x-ray diagnostics.

Is bleeding before childbirth normal?

When contractions occur, blood is released, not light and not too dark, in a volume of no more than two tablespoons. Bleeding is not profuse and lasts up to 10 minutes. The discharge should not have an unpleasant odor or contain brown or green impurities.

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Discharges colored in the following colors are considered dangerous:

• white;
• yellow;
• green;
• brown;
• scarlet.

The cause of the unpleasant odor is a bacterial process. Scarlet excreta is a threatening symptom indicating arterial bleeding.

Depending on the nature of the discharge, the veterinarian decides who to save: the mother or the offspring.

Dangerous diseases

The cat has a brown coating inside his ears

Bloody and green discharge with a specific odor in a cat during pregnancy always indicates a pathological process, which is why additional symptoms appear. The reasons may be different: inflammation of the reproductive system, placental abruption, fetal death, etc. In some cases, this indicates diseases that require urgent treatment.

Vaginitis

Inflammation of the vagina. A diagnostic sign is that the cat begins to lick itself quite often, hiding the discharge. This makes diagnosing the disease difficult. A mild form can be cured with douching, a severe form can be treated with antibiotics.

Endometritis

Inflammation of the uterus. It is caused by intrauterine infection, as a result of which the animal can give birth to weakened or premature babies, who sometimes even die. Acute endometritis, if left untreated, leads to the death of the cat. And as a result of chronic endometritis, hydrometra can develop. The secreted secretion itself can be of different shades, any consistency and smell.

Hydrometer

Accumulation of fluid, exudate, and secretions of the uterine glands in the uterine cavity. As a result, the uterus swells. Scanty or spotting discharge is possible. It often develops against the background of chronic endometritis. Emergency treatment is necessary, otherwise the cat may die.

Hematometer

Occurs in case of uterine injury or inflammation. Blood accumulation occurs. During pregnancy, a cat will have bloody discharge from the uterine cavity.

Pyometra

An inflammatory disease of the uterus, as a result of which pus accumulates in it. Due to hormonal imbalance or pathogenic flora entering the cavity, endometritis begins to develop.

Schematic drawing of pyometra in a cat

Pyometra occurs in two forms:

• open. The resulting pus leaves the uterine cavity to the outside. The owner can easily detect such departments and begin urgent treatment;
• closed. With this form, pus accumulates inside, thereby inflating the uterus. Diagnosing the disease in this case is much more difficult. It is necessary to observe the behavior of a pregnant cat. Lethargic and apathetic state, fever, loss of appetite, profuse thirst, the cat often begins to lick itself, often urinates, while breathing is heavy.

Preventive methods

It is important to show the animal to the doctor in time so that it can carry to term and give birth to offspring normally.
When the owner finds out that his pet is pregnant, he is very happy and tries to do everything for the cat so that this period passes safely and healthy kittens are born. However, sometimes a cat's pregnancy does not go smoothly. In such a situation, it is important to react in time and contact a veterinarian, who, based on the diagnostic results, will advise what to do next. As a preventative measure, it is recommended to always monitor your cat’s health, vaccinate on time, carry out deworming, and treat viral and infectious diseases. In addition, periodic preventive examination of the animal will not hurt. When pregnancy occurs, it is important to carefully monitor the condition of the pet, monitor its behavior, quality of nutrition, and physical activity. You definitely need to listen to the veterinarian’s advice, try to properly care for your cat, and protect it from stress. If the maintenance and care are correct, the cat usually safely carries the kittens to term, and the birth takes place without complications.

When any discharge appears, you should call a veterinarian

At the very beginning of pregnancy, immediately after mating, light pink discharge is possible. This is due to the formation of a mucus plug, part of which comes out. This is a homogeneous transparent mucus without a specific odor. This is a normal situation, there is no need to panic.

Necessarily! There are discharges, if detected, you should immediately contact a specialist.

Bloody, yellow, green, with brown clots, discharge with a specific odor - these are the symptoms that you need to pay attention to. May be accompanied by fever, restless behavior, lack of appetite, frequent drinking and urination, and cramping pain.

Important! Do not confuse blood in a cat before birth with pathological discharge.

Three days before delivery, the mucus plug comes off.

There may be stool coming out of the anus. There are completely different reasons and a different treatment.

General information

Let’s immediately deal with one important nuance. There is discharge during pregnancy, and there is immediate prenatal discharge. If your cat has any “leaking” from the external genitalia, and there is still a month left before giving birth, immediately take your pet to the veterinarian. Discharge during such a period is an unambiguous pathology, indicating the presence of inflammatory processes in the organs of the cat’s reproductive system.

Discharge that appears shortly before birth does not pose any danger. It is very likely that your pet is simply losing a mucus plug from the cervix. This can happen about three days before giving birth. If mucous discharge appears much earlier than this period, you should contact a veterinarian. Early removal of the plug does not bode well for either the cat or her offspring.

Mucus plug, what is it and what is it for?

Any animal lover who has experienced childbirth in their pets at least once probably knows about the existence of the cervix. This is the tubular part of the organ, the function of which can be compared with the intestinal sphincters, for example. In the normal state (when the cat is not pregnant), the cervix is ​​always tightly closed due to contraction of muscle tissue. This reliably prevents pathogenic and conditionally pathogenic microflora from entering the organ cavity.

The uterus must always and in all cases remain sterile! Everything else is a deviation from the norm.

At the time of birth, a certain number of microbes may enter the organ cavity, but, as a rule, the body is able to cope with them on its own.

True, there is one nuance. During pregnancy, the cervix is ​​no longer closed so tightly. This is due to the fact that subsequently the organ will still have to relax, since otherwise the cat will not be able to give birth. It is at this time that the mucous plug acquires special significance: it serves as a “plug” that does not allow dirt and microorganisms into the organ cavity.

Cork is impenetrable to air and other environmental factors. Damage to it during pregnancy is always fraught with a number of extremely unpleasant consequences. In cases where the integrity of the “plug” is broken in the last three to five days before birth (brown mucus), nothing bad will happen. This is a completely physiological phenomenon, and it poses no danger either to the cat itself or to its offspring.

But in situations where the plug is damaged long before childbirth, this does not bode well: pathogenic and conditionally pathogenic microflora, dirt and other negative environmental factors enter the cavity of the pregnant uterus. All this leads to the development of severe inflammatory processes.

Signs of mucous plug coming off before childbirth

If the cat is fairly clean and regularly licks the genital area (and right before giving birth, she does this all the time), then you may not notice anything. But the classic signs of a mucous plug coming off is the appearance of mucous discharge from the external genitalia . Normally they are pink, but may have a reddish-pinkish or even brown color. Let us emphasize once again that this is a completely normal phenomenon, and it does not pose any danger to the health and life of the animal.

But with normal prenatal discharge, the animal’s behavior should also remain normal. Since the animal senses the approaching birth, it becomes restless and constantly runs around the house in search of the most suitable place for kittens.

If something is wrong, the cat may meow “hysterically,” avoid contact with the owner, and react inadequately to attempts to palpate its stomach. If such signs appear, you should immediately contact a veterinarian.

Preventive measures

Some discharge is a variant of a normal physiological process. To avoid the addition of pathological flora and subsequent inflammation, you need to follow a number of recommendations:

• strictly observe antiseptic conditions during childbirth;
• regular health checks with a veterinarian;
• Ultrasound of the uterus should be done periodically;
• when mating, carefully check the cat for the absence of genitourinary infections;
• do not postpone a visit to a specialist if you notice a different cat behavior with a specific secretion and smell.

Cat pregnancy is a process during which it is worth paying close attention to your pet. Unhealthy discharge in a pregnant cat is a reason to immediately contact a veterinarian. Timely treatment will help maintain the health of the pet and the life of the kittens in the womb.

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Diagnostic measures

If suspicious discharge appears in a cat before or before birth, it is necessary to take the pet to the veterinary clinic as soon as possible, where it will be examined by a veterinarian. The doctor will determine the nature of the discharge, whether it is pus, blood, ichor or transparent white mucus. Pink discharge without other inclusions in the early stages of pregnancy is considered normal; if the cat feels well and is not worried, then there is nothing to worry about. It’s another matter when there is bleeding from the genitals, with blood flowing or dripping constantly, the animal feels bad, is worried, or, conversely, is lethargic and passive. Then a referral is given to the following diagnostic methods:

• general blood and urine analysis;
• microbiological examination of secretions;
• Ultrasound.

Cat before giving birth: discharge, belly, behavior

Update: April 2019

How does a cat behave before giving birth? What's going on in her body? This and much more will be discussed in this article.

Discharge

Just before childbirth, you can observe the release of the mucous plug. What does a traffic jam look like? A thick, jelly-like substance, white-brown-dirty in color, sometimes with blood streaks.

After some time or immediately, the cat’s amniotic fluid breaks. Often everything goes away at the moment the birth process begins. But in most cases, the plug in cats goes away in an average of one day before giving birth, rarely in three.

If labor does not begin after the mucous membrane has been removed, it makes sense to consult a veterinarian.

During the period of passage of the mucus plug, a hormone is released into the blood, relaxing not only the uterus and its cervical canal, but also the muscles of the pelvic area. The risk of paw injuries increases due to an increase in the load from body weight against the background of a weakening of the muscular system.

Any discharge from the genital opening during pregnancy is a sign of deviation from the norm. Also, any intense bloody discharge during any period of gestation of kittens (any bleeding from a cat’s loop), and especially just before birth, is considered abnormal.

A particularly dangerous symptom is considered if the cat begins to bleed before giving birth. This condition indicates the onset of pathological rapid labor or miscarriage. Go to the vet immediately!

Discharge from a cat before birth is allowed to have a mucous consistency, slightly yellowish-pinkish in color. Often they are not noticed at all - there are few of them, and the cat manages to lick itself. Discharge in any quantity should alert you if it is of the following shades:

• intense pink – a sign of a fungal infection in the genital tract;
• green – bacterial infection;
• black-green, accompanied by a sharp, unpleasant odor, are a sign of rotting (immediate surgical intervention will be required);
• cloudy yellow or yellow-green is a sign of purulent inflammation in the womb.

You can see what a cat looks like before giving birth in the photo:

Stomach

Before giving birth, the cat’s abdomen, when the process is very close (5-7 days), moves somewhat towards the back half of the back. Becomes elastic, irregularly rounded or pear-shaped, slightly sagging downwards. It becomes difficult for a pregnant woman to walk. On its surface one can see the active movements of the kittens, which literally turn over and move in the womb in the right way.

On average, 6-8 hours before the kittens are born, active contractions begin, noticeable from a distance even without touching the body with a hand. At this moment, the stomach becomes dense, its walls are stretched like strings. Inexperienced owners may think that the stomach is cramping.

What is important to pay attention to? Before giving birth, the abdomen should relax after each tension (contraction). If it remains stone, this is already a cause for concern. This happens when self-rejection of the fetus begins, intestinal obstruction or any inflammation of the genital organs, the period of exacerbation of which occurred precisely at the time of the harbingers.

It is very important to closely monitor the pregnant woman during the expected dates of birth of the kittens. A cat's behavior before giving birth can be the most unpredictable, but quite typical. An attentive owner will always notice prenatal changes.

May be:

• almost constant purring and following on the heels of the owner. Murka literally requires increased attention;
• a clear call to follow her to the place where she is expected to give birth;
• when the due date approaches, try to find a secluded place and hide there, if a special place has not been equipped before this moment;
• for 10-12 hours, sitting without leaving in a place prepared by a person for newborns, it is impossible to call Murka from there;
• the cat looks tired, detached, and often does not eat anything;
• almost constantly licks his genitals;
• constantly lies down, but at the same time turns over from side to side, as if he cannot find a comfortable position;
• when meowing and attracting attention, it can look back at its stomach and show that something is starting (this is noticeable only to very attentive owners).

General condition of the body

• The main thing is that the cat’s temperature decreases by 1-1.5 degrees and is 37-37.5°C. This is an important indicator that indicates that the animal will begin to give birth in the next day or two. It is recommended to measure your pet’s body temperature daily, starting from 60-61 days of pregnancy.
• Decreased activity and appetite, but normal thirst. A cat eats extremely little or not at all before giving birth. Metabolism slows down, the body begins to accumulate and save energy for childbirth.
• Before the birth of kittens, the cat has a reflexive feeling of fear, so the animal may periodically shake, breathing and heartbeat quicken. This is especially pronounced 6-8 hours before the start of the process.
• Diarrhea. In a cat, diarrhea before childbirth occurs as a natural cleansing of the body literally within a day before the start of the most important process. But it is necessary to inform the veterinarian, because... In addition to the body’s natural reaction to childbirth, diarrhea can be a symptom of poisoning or infection - only a specialist or an experienced breeder can accurately determine. It is important that diarrhea does not affect the general condition of the body.

What not to do at the end of pregnancy

A cat requires special treatment during pregnancy, and especially in the period just before giving birth.

What not to do:

• make your pet nervous. Loud noises, shouting, noisy parties and numerous guests are all serious stress for the cat’s body;
• attempt to palpate the abdomen in order to determine the presence or quantity of offspring. A person without experience can cause injury to both the cat and the kittens in the womb.
• independently administer any medications without consulting a veterinarian. All preventive measures must be carried out before a potential pregnancy - flea and tick treatment, vaccination, treatment of chronic diseases, medical examination. If Murka, while pregnant, fell ill, then any appointment should be made only by a specialist;
• ignore any unusual abnormalities in behavior or health: bleeding, vomiting or diarrhea, sudden loss of appetite;
• Allowing a cat to climb and sleep at a height, jumping from a height - the risk of not only bone injuries, but also harm to the offspring;
• allow pregnant Murka to come into contact with strangers or stray animals;
• ignore the rules of hygiene for keeping an animal: you cannot pick up a cat with dirty hands, allow it to sleep in the owners’ outdoor shoes, regularly brush out and change the bedding in a pregnant woman’s sleeping place;
• use aggressive solutions of household chemicals for cleaning the house, which can poison the cat or harm future offspring;
• transfer the woman in labor to another place if the process does not begin where it should be. It is better to bring bedding, and then after giving birth, move it to a secluded place with the kittens.

When to expect kittens

It is important not only to know how a cat behaves before giving birth and what is happening in its body, but also to roughly navigate the potential dates for the birth of kittens. For this, there is a special calendar, according to which you can determine the approximate day of birth of kittens, knowing the date of conception.

To determine the approximate period when you need to start expecting kittens and pay attention to the behavior of a pregnant cat before giving birth, you can use a special calculator table.

The first column contains the date of conception (accurate or estimated), next to it will be the estimated date of birth.

Give or take a few days and the entire period will be outlined when the owner should begin to pay attention to the pet’s behavior and special symptoms - precursors.

For example, if conception occurred on April 12, then around June 16 you need to expect kittens (plus or minus a few days). If a cat was mated with a male on September 8, then kittens may appear within November 12.

How to understand that something is going wrong before giving birth

A day or two before the start of the long-awaited process, changes may occur in the body that are unusual for a healthy pregnant cat and the normal course of pregnancy. When is it time to call a veterinarian for help:

• intense bleeding is detected;
• “movements” in the stomach cease to be felt at the end of pregnancy;
• after the mucus plug came off, labor did not begin in the next three days;
• there are contractions, but the birth canal does not open;
• the stomach does not relax after contractions, being constantly in good shape;
• the cat constantly sleeps, does not respond to the owner’s call, is lethargic, indifferent to what is happening around.

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Causes of pathological discharge

As a rule, in veterinary practice the following causes of pathological, unnatural discharge during the prenatal period are encountered:

• Any inflammatory processes localized in the uterine cavity.
• If there is a threat of miscarriage.
• It happens that to form a mucus plug, the body used too large volumes of a binder, which is why “leaks” of yellow (or brown) mucus can be observed throughout pregnancy. Hypothetically, such a phenomenon in itself does not pose a danger. Unfortunately, excessive “fluidity” of the mucus plug can lead to its complete, premature destruction. We have already talked about what this entails above.
• Quite rarely, but there are cases when, due to severe hormonal disorders, a pregnant cat develops signs of sexual heat, accompanied, among other things, by the release of eggs. At the slightest sign of this, you should immediately contact a veterinarian, since any hormonal disorders that appear during pregnancy (even in its final stages) are fraught with miscarriages, as well as the birth of weak and defective kittens.
• Ruptures of uterine tissue.
• Pathologies of the placenta, including cases of its detachment.
• Intrauterine death of kittens. Often even the most inexperienced breeder can find out about this, since the death of fruits is often accompanied by putrefactive decomposition (maceration). The smell and appearance of the discharge are appropriate; in severe cases, even being near a pregnant cat can be extremely difficult. Thick, white or green purulent discharge may appear.

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Pathological discharge in pregnant cats is often accompanied by other alarming signs: apathy, lack of appetite, inappropriate behavior . Note that negative symptoms also include the cat’s reluctance to lick the area of ​​the external genitalia in the presence of discharge from them. Since such behavior (craving for cleanliness) is inherent in cats at the genetic level, the absence of this trait indicates a very serious condition of the animal.

What kind of discharge should you call a veterinarian for?

Discharge of clear mucus in the first weeks of pregnancy is completely normal. At this time, a mucous plug is formed in the cervix, and the “technological surplus” from this process is released into the external environment.

Depending on the color, smell and consistency, as well as the time of appearance (immediately before birth or long before it), the discharge can be either physiological or pathological, indicating the need to urgently call a veterinarian.

To accurately determine the nature of the “leaks”, you need to pay attention to the following signs:

• Bloody or bloody discharge that appears a few days before the kittens are born is a bad sign. If more than a tablespoon of blood is released, and its volume continues to increase, we are clearly talking about intrauterine bleeding. At the slightest suspicion of this pathology, you must urgently contact a veterinary specialist.
• If around the middle of pregnancy your cat develops reddish-brown spotting , this is a very bad sign. Most likely, it indicates placental abruption and intrauterine death of all offspring (the probability of this is very high). With properly prescribed treatment and a certain amount of luck, there is a chance to save offspring. In more severe cases, a decision may be made to surgically remove the entire uterus and ovaries.
• The discharge is greenish in color with a disgusting smell, this is very bad. The appearance of such signs clearly indicates not only the intrauterine death of all offspring, but also the putrefactive processes occurring in the mother’s body. There is practically no chance of saving the kittens; with a high degree of probability it can be assumed that treatment will require surgical removal of the entire uterus. However, here everything depends on the intensity of putrefactive-necrotic processes.
• The appearance of greenish, greenish-white, yellowish discharge is a very alarming sign, as they indicate the development of purulent inflammation of the organs of the reproductive system.

Precautionary measures

Simple precautions will help to significantly reduce the risk of bleeding in a cat during pregnancy and carry her healthy offspring. For this it is important:

• Prepare the body for conception with a balanced diet and vitamin supplements to support immunity (after consultation with a veterinarian).
• Get your required vaccinations on time.
• Avoid active and active games during pregnancy, during which injury to the abdominal area is possible.
• Ensure a comfortable room temperature and absence of drafts.
• Give your cat enough attention to notice changes in behavior and health in time.

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Treatment for pathology

Discharge in a cat itself is not a disease - it is only a symptom that your pet needs diagnosis. Self-medication is prohibited! The medications should only be prescribed by a veterinarian, otherwise the wrong choice of medications can lead to disastrous results for the kittens and their mother.

After passing all the tests, ultrasound, and examination, a decision is made to maintain or remove the pregnancy. Restorative therapy is carried out, and antibiotics are prescribed for inflammatory processes.

Normal discharge

The liquid that appears under your pet’s tail does not always signal a health problem. Which discharges do not threaten the animal and are considered normal? You should be especially wary of those mucous or watery discharges that have an unpleasant odor and are bloody in color (which indicates inflammation).

The physiological characteristics of the cat's body lead to the fact that the female may have fluid during the mating period, on other days. During pregnancy and a cat preparing to give birth, various types of fluid, mostly viscous and mucous, may appear under the tail.

Some of them indicate closure of the cervix; in this case, simply excess amounts of amniotic fluid come out. extra eggs that were not fertilized also appear. They look like small clots, brown and sometimes even black. If there is an infection in the uterus, such discharge may show signs of inflammation.

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If a cat has bloody discharge from the vulva before giving birth, the owner should urgently call a veterinarian to the house.
Sometimes it happens that a cat does not lose its placenta for a long time. It must be removed in order to free the birth canal for the next kitten using the method described above.

Weakness of labor in most cases is observed after pushing and occurs in old, weakened and sick animals.

True, some forms of labor weakness are often caused by the cat being overly excited during labor, which is a serious test for her. To prevent this from happening, the animal must be accustomed in advance to the place where it will give birth. In addition, the presence of strangers in the room where the cat is giving birth should be excluded, unless, of course, the birth is uncomplicated and does not require the supervision of a veterinarian.

Sometimes it happens that a cat does not lose its placenta for a long time. It must be removed in order to free the birth canal for the next kitten using the method described above.

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Discharge that appears shortly before labor should not frighten a woman, since its presence is a normal physiological process, indicating that the moment of delivery is already quite close.

Most often, heavy discharge before childbirth begins to be observed from the 36th week, especially in the morning. The main thing is to be able to correctly determine the nature of their occurrence in time in order to figure out whether they pose a danger to the baby.

Brown, pink and bloody shades

The entire period of gestation, the cervix is ​​closed by a mucous plug, which is necessary to protect the fetus from harmful microorganisms from the external environment. A few days before giving birth, another hormonal change occurs in the body, which gradually prepares the cervix for opening. It is during this period that discharge appears.

In order for the baby to pass through the birth canal, the cervix needs to get rid of the plug. As the discharge intensifies, the cervical cartilaginous tissue softens, contractions of the uterine muscles begin, under the influence of which the plug is pushed out. Its release most often occurs gradually, the process can last from two weeks to several days.

All these days, there is an increase in the tone of the uterus, so pregnant women often feel mild pain in the lower abdomen. In addition, some women, during the process of the mucus plug coming out, experience pink discharge before childbirth, and sometimes yellow discharge.

Also, a few days before delivery, bleeding may appear. Their presence requires immediate consultation with a doctor, since the passage of fluid with blood before childbirth indicates the occurrence of complications.

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In addition, women in labor often experience brown discharge. They can also develop due to the presence of pathology, so medical attention in this case is mandatory, especially if there is an unpleasant odor.

However, this kind of discharge can also appear for reasons such as:

• conducting a gynecological examination;
• having sex on days when the plug is rejected;
• discharge of the mucus plug.

Examination by a gynecologist

Throughout pregnancy, the cervix is ​​elongated, firm and closed. When the body begins to prepare for childbirth, the cervix becomes shorter, softens and begins to open. To determine how the process is going, the obstetrician-gynecologist, at approximately 38–39 weeks, conducts a mandatory examination of the woman in the chair.

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During such an examination, the softened and half-open uterus can be easily injured, as a result of which brown or reddish discharge appears. Unlike a pathological complication, discharge of this kind is characterized by an insignificant amount. They usually appear within 3–4 hours after examination and do not pose any danger to further pregnancy.

Sexual intercourse

You can have sex late in pregnancy. However, it should be borne in mind that the wrong position can harm the cervix. Against this background, after 1–2 days, a brown smudge may appear.

Sexual intercourse in the last weeks before childbirth is not recommended if:

• there is a threat of premature contractions;
• there is placenta previa;
• pregnancy is multiple;
• leakage of amniotic fluid is observed;
• bloody issues;
• cervical insufficiency.

Mucus plug

Brown discharge before childbirth often occurs due to the release of a mucus plug. Its rejection can occur at completely different times, for example, several weeks before labor or a couple of days. In some cases, an immediate release of the plug is observed, followed immediately (after 2–3 hours) by the first contractions.

Discharge when the plug comes out can be of different consistency and color: mucus streaked with blood, transparent discharge, pinkish, light and brown. The latter indicate that there is little time left before labor begins.

Copious white discharge

Throughout pregnancy, the baby actively moves, changing position and poses. This happens thanks to the amniotic fluid in which it floats inside the uterus. In addition to helping the baby make movements, they also protect him from various negative external influences, such as blows or pushes in the stomach.

The release of amniotic fluid is also a natural physiological process, indicating that the baby is ready to be born. Liquid pours out after the amniotic sac ruptures; usually this process occurs instantly, but there are cases when, due to incomplete rupture, water begins to leak.

During the normal process, amniotic fluid has no color or odor. It resembles ordinary water. Sometimes there may be a sweetish aroma and some white flakes, but this is quite normal. There is no need to worry about the presence of mucus, since it appears in the waters after they pass through the vagina.

Copious white discharge that resembles flakes may appear due to leaking amniotic fluid. They are necessary to protect the child, so there is no need to worry. But if this kind of discharge appears when it is still early before birth, then you need to consult a doctor to eliminate the leakage.

Pathology or mucus plug

During a normal pregnancy, before birth there should be no discharge other than the discharge of the mucus plug and the discharge of amniotic fluid. Both of these processes are not pathological if the gestation period has come to an end, and they began at 38 weeks. Otherwise, we can talk about premature birth.

You can determine that the discharge refers to the rejection of the mucus plug by the following signs:

• absence of acute pain in the lower abdomen;
• no smell;
• slight presence of blood streaks;
• The discharge has a mucous consistency.

The discharge of amniotic fluid cannot be confused with anything. They are watery, flow out immediately in large quantities (from 0.5 to 1.5 ml) and are transparent. We can talk about a pathological process if there is blood in the water, a greenish tint and an unpleasant odor. In this case, the woman in labor needs immediate hospitalization.

Also, the presence of pathology is indicated by this kind of discharge:

• Curd. Often, pregnant women develop thrush shortly before giving birth, against the backdrop of anxiety. The disease intensifies just before delivery and is accompanied by severe itching, burning, especially during urination, curd-like discharge and a sour odor.
• Leakage of amniotic fluid. The process is accompanied by constantly wet underwear. You can determine leakage using the following test: perform hygiene of the genital perineum, wipe dry, lie down on a clean, dry and white sheet. If after 15–20 minutes several wet spots appear, then amniotic fluid is leaking.
• Bloody, greenish and other discharge. Any suspiciously colored discharge may be a sign of the onset of complications, as well as pathological changes in the birth canal or uterus.

When to see a doctor

You should visit a doctor immediately after excretory processes begin. After all, it is difficult to figure out on your own whether they are normal or pathological; it is better to entrust this matter to a specialist in order to protect yourself from unnecessary worries.

In addition, it is necessary to immediately contact a gynecologist in case of bleeding. Blood before childbirth is especially dangerous if it is in large quantities and has a bright red color. If measures are not taken in a timely manner, heavy bleeding may begin, which is dangerous not only for the life of the baby, but also for the mother.

The reason for visiting the clinic is also the appearance of discharge with an unpleasant odor. This may be a sign of an infectious process in the genitourinary system, which is very dangerous for the baby, especially at the end of pregnancy, when the cervix begins to open and harmful microorganisms can easily enter the uterine cavity.

You should also consult a doctor if there is discharge accompanied by malaise or cramping pain in the lower abdomen. First of all, these symptoms may indicate the onset of labor.

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How do cats develop pregnancy?

On average, a cat's pregnancy lasts about 9 weeks. They are often divided into 3 main stages. This:

• up to 3 weeks – early stage;
• up to 6 weeks – period of fetal development;
• up to 9 weeks - prenatal stage.

The most difficult are the first and last periods. At the equator of term, a pregnant cat mainly satisfies its physiological needs, conserving energy. At this moment, the kittens are just growing, starting to move and show signs of life. Of course, during this period, discharge from a pregnant cat cannot be considered normal. But they may be allowed in a number of situations.

But the first stage of a cat’s pregnancy is often associated with light pink discharge. It is at this time that the eggs immerse themselves in the uterus and become attached to it. Therefore, small discharge during pregnancy is acceptable. Already at 4 weeks the uterus closes. This can cause mucous formations in the pregnant woman that will be clear and watery. They are not so easy to detect, because they come out when urinating.

Up to 6 weeks, further discharge may indicate physiological disorders.

A slight watery mass of clear or yellowish color may appear, but there should be no other discharge. At this moment, the uterus fills with water, which squeezes excess fluid out. Therefore, with small clots that do not cause discomfort to the animal, there is no need to panic and once again disturb the pregnant woman. However, in other cases you should immediately seek the help of a doctor.

Towards the end of the term, the pet begins its prenatal preparations. This is when a pregnant cat may have discharge before giving birth. Acceptable period is up to 1 day. If the owner notices that the mucous membrane begins to be rejected, this becomes the most reliable signal that labor has already begun.

Therefore, you should not rely on chance and make a pregnant woman suffer. A veterinarian will quickly determine the cause of the problem and help ease the difficult period.

The entire period of gestation for furry kittens involves 9 weeks, they are divided into 3 trimesters. The most measured period is the middle one, it lasts from 3 to 6 weeks. At this time, the purr sleeps a lot, purrs, caresses, and according to an ultrasound examination, you can see how the offspring in the mother’s belly makes the first movements.

1. Conception - 3rd week - eggs descend into the uterus, the fertilization of the fertilized egg occurs along with light pink discharge. At 2-3 weeks, the cervix closes with a plug consisting of dense mucus, the excess volume of which comes out of the vagina, mainly during urination.
2. 3-6 weeks – a healthy cat does not suffer from discharge. But sometimes a transparent yellowish mass forms. This stage coincides with the appearance of noticeable roundness in the tummy. The expanding uterus is filled with amniotic fluid.
3. 9th week – the pregnant woman’s body prepares for childbirth. The first discharge just before birth occurs one day before active labor.

Discharge from a pregnant cat is, in fact, an anomaly. During the normal course of pregnancy, the cat will not have discharge until the birth process begins, or more precisely, until the moment when the body begins to prepare for contractions.

During estrus, eggs ready for fertilization are released into the horns of the uterus. After fertilization, a membrane is formed around the egg, which in the future will become a bladder. Each embryo develops in an individual bladder filled with water. In addition, as pregnancy progresses, the uterine cavity also fills with amniotic fluid.

To protect the uterine cavity from infection from the outside, a mucus plug is formed in the cervix. The plug increases as the fruit grows, and it is regenerated using only a few blood vessels. Normally, the plug remains in the cervix until labor begins, but its size varies greatly depending on the size of the cat, multiple pregnancies and other (more individual) factors.

During normal pregnancy, the mucous plug remains intact and dense. The average gestation period for cats is from 63 to 71 days and during this time each kitten develops in an individual bladder. This method allows you to give the entire litter a better chance of survival. If one of the embryos dies at an early age, it is resorbed in the uterus. If a kitten dies in the second trimester of pregnancy, it is most likely mummified.

Naturally, for the body’s defense mechanisms to work as expected, the expectant mother should not experience any discomfort and receive balanced nutrition and care. If, after the death of the embryo, the body does not naturally cleanse itself, fluid begins to accumulate in the uterus:

• Blood.
• Pus.
• Effusion.
• Products of rotting.

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The complication develops secretly until the uterine cavity is filled with fluid. When pressure on the mucus plug increases, fluid begins to leak out.

Bloody discharge during pregnancy indicates damage to the walls of the uterus or placenta. Such injuries cannot appear without a reason; most often they are associated with severe fright or injury. Bloody discharge may indicate an incipient miscarriage, even if contractions have stopped.

If the embryo dies or an infection enters the uterine cavity, inflammation may begin. Intrauterine inflammation is most often bacterial in nature and therefore progresses quickly. As the clinical picture develops, the expectant mother experiences: apathy, elevated body temperature, purulent discharge from the loop.

Purulent discharge may be white, yellow or green. White pus is considered sterile, that is, the infection has entered the uterine cavity, but the body successfully fights it. Yellow pus indicates tissue (protein) decomposition, which greatly increases the risk of re-infection. The green color of pus indicates the process of decomposition (rotting) and intoxication.

Effusion is fluid that leaks through cell membranes and accumulates in body cavities. The fluid in the effusion is usually clear or has a slight yellow tint. A small presence of blood and lymph is allowed. Unfortunately, effusion into the uterine cavity during pregnancy indicates severe pathologies that developed secretly. Most often, surgery followed by rehabilitation therapy is required to save a cat.

Green mucus with a foul odor is the most dangerous discharge during pregnancy. The rotting smell and green color indicate that all or some of the embryos have already died. In addition, the mother’s body cannot cleanse itself and the process of rotting has begun in the uterine cavity. Green discharge indicates a high degree of intoxication, which threatens the cat’s life.