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What Is Cryptic Pregnancy? by jannydear(f): 5:32am On Mar 09, 2018 |
Cryptic Pregnancy A cryptic pregnancy, also called denial of pregnancy, is one that goes undetected until delivery. This means that you are pregnant, but the human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) levels are too low to be detected even in a blood or urine test. One in 450 pregnant women don’t even know they are pregnant until they reach 20 weeks of pregnancy, and one in 2,500 don’t know they are pregnant until they reach labor. Cryptic pregnancies usually occur in women who have been on birth control methods such as contraceptive pills or tubal ligation. These women come under the ‘least expected pregnancy category’ and experience common pregnancy symptoms such as fatigue and morning sickness mildly, or do not experience any symptom at all. Causes of Cryptic Pregnancy Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS):This occurs when small cysts form on the enlarged ovaries. They can cause hormonal imbalances in the body. Recent pregnancy:Hormones may take time to get back to normal after your pregnancy. If you are pregnant immediately, there would be hormonal imbalance causing a cryptic pregnancy. Low body fat: This can trigger a hormonal imbalance as in the case of athletes. Perimenopause: During this time, the body begins to show signs of progression to menopause. It can begin as early as in the 30s, making the pregnancy go unidentified. Birth control pillssuch as Deprovera, Norplant, or Mirena Coil release more hormones which affect the normal pregnancy hormones making them vulnerable to pregnancy. High-stress levelscan cause a cryptic pregnancy as they influence the hormones. Symptoms of Cryptic Pregnancy The symptoms of cryptic pregnancy are similar to a regular pregnancy but the symptoms vary from one woman to the other. Fatigue Nausea and vomiting Food aversions Frequent urination Weight gain Heartburn Headaches Abdominal cramps Backache Metallic taste in the mouth What Makes Cryptic Pregnancy Different? Cryptic pregnancy remains a secret because of these reasons: Urine and blood tests come out negative You may have regular periods throughout the pregnancy, though the number of bleeding days may reduce. You might have continuing early labor signs such as contractions and period like pain. Slow pregnancy belly growth as baby is at the back of the womb (at the spine). The Fetus in Cryptic Pregnancy The development of the fetus is frequently delayed in cryptic pregnancy taking place at an extremely slow pace. However, this does not necessarily affect the health of the fetus. The mother would go to hospital only when she has severe stomach and back cramps, that is, during labor. Menstrual Periods In Cryptic Pregnancy Most women continue seeing their regular periods throughout the cryptic pregnancy, but this does not indicate a miscarriage. Bleeding can be heavy, light, or spot bleeding with a few large or small clots. The bleeding can be bright red, pink, brown, purple, orange, or black. It can be like a normal period, irregular or random. The bleeding could sometimes last for weeks or months, but all it does is shed away the uterine lining, this results in little or no hCG. Negative Test Result in Cryptic pregnancy In a normal pregnancy, the pregnancy test shows negative if it is taken too early or if you fail to follow the instructions correctly. However, same isn’t applicable in a cryptic pregnancy. The result is negative because the level of hCG is small. The placenta usually secretes hCG, which passes along the lining of the womb. It accumulates and is shown in the urine and blood. In cryptic pregnancy, the lining of the uterus sheds periodically without giving hCG the room to build up and show up in tests. Why Ultrasound Can’t Detect Cryptic Pregnancy In a normal pregnancy, the doctor carries out a trans-vaginal ultrasound 12 weeks into the pregnancy. Also, an abdominal ultrasound will be carried out until the due week. However, in most cryptic pregnancy cases, ultrasound scans cannot detect the growing fetus in a majority of women. This may be due to some abnormalities in the abdominal region or uterus. Why Cryptic Pregnancy Have Longer Gestational Period This pregnancy takes longer gestational period because the hCG will not pass into the maternal system as in a normal pregnancy. This prevents the body from generating signals essential for the growing baby development, thus making the fetus grow slowly. The babies measure smaller than they should be at various phases of pregnancy. Furthermore, regular periods during cryptic pregnancy causes the gestational period to be elongated. The heavier the period bleeding, the longer is the gestation. Possible Complications of Cryptic Pregnancy Since the woman isn’t aware of her pregnancy, she would not go for prenatal care. The delivery may be at home and unaided. Prenatal complications such as hypertension, diabetes, or blood group mismatch will go undetected putting both the mother and baby at risk. The mother may not avoid certain harmful habits such as smoking or drinking, which may affect the baby. Cryptic Pregnancy Labor Just like cryptic pregnancy, its labor is also strange. It is long and protracted, and you will experience labor like pains for months before you enter into actual labor. The labor pains, which may initially seem like menstrual cramps, will get worse and hurt a lot more. This, coupled with the pains lasting for months, may prompt women to see a doctor, where the pregnancy may be confirmed. The doctor may try to induce labor or perform a C-section to deliver the baby. Some of the labor symptoms in cryptic pregnancy are: Back pain Nausea and vomiting Chills and Hot flashes Dizziness Cold sweats Diarrhea Body ache Pain in the legs that radiates to the thighs Mood swings Pain in the hip and pelvic region Palpitations Swelling of the vaginal walls due to increased blood flow Vagina feeling bruised and painful Painful breasts. Sometimes, the pain can be shooting, sharp pain Vision problems Pressure on the cervix Stabbing pain in the sides, just like you get after running Tugging or pulling sensation in the abdomen which may or may not be painful The actual process of cryptic pregnancy birth in some cases is very quick and does not last long. How to Prevent Cryptic Pregnancy Women who are always experiencing certain pain or changes in the abdomen or pelvis, should quickly contact a doctor. Though it is difficult to detect a pregnancy, your doctor might make a guess about it. Take repeated pregnancy test if you do not get regular periods. You should speak to your gynecologist about irregular periods and get a thorough checkup. Source: http://www.healthdiary365.com/2018/03/09/what-is-cryptic-pregnancy/ 14 Likes 3 Shares |
Re: What Is Cryptic Pregnancy? by dominique(f): 5:54am On Mar 09, 2018 |
Thanks, very informative. Reminds me of the TLC docu-series 'I didnt know I was pregnant'. I was hoping to see the average gestational period of a cryptic pregnancy. Is it same 38 weeks? 5 Likes |
Re: What Is Cryptic Pregnancy? by StrongWoman333(f): 11:37am On Mar 09, 2018 |
Wow educative post. |
Re: What Is Cryptic Pregnancy? by owunabastard: 5:33pm On Dec 04, 2018 |
A baby born with cryptic pregnancy, can the mother give natural breast milk? |
Re: What Is Cryptic Pregnancy? by Jehitalahun: 1:23pm On Dec 14, 2018 |
Yes, the mother can give natural breast milk. |
Re: What Is Cryptic Pregnancy? by Lexusgs430: 1:42pm On Dec 14, 2018 |
Pregnancy from bitcoins........ 45 Likes 1 Share |
Re: What Is Cryptic Pregnancy? by GentleMoney: 1:43pm On Dec 14, 2018 |
Hmmm |
Re: What Is Cryptic Pregnancy? by notoriousbabe: 1:43pm On Dec 14, 2018 |
Funkeshugar on my mind |
Re: What Is Cryptic Pregnancy? by WinningEleven(m): 1:43pm On Dec 14, 2018 |
God is great 1 Like |
Re: What Is Cryptic Pregnancy? by Jeromejnr(m): 1:43pm On Dec 14, 2018 |
Now these are the kinda posts we should be seeing on the FP. 7 Likes |
Re: What Is Cryptic Pregnancy? by notoriousbabe: 1:43pm On Dec 14, 2018 |
StrongWoman333:come let make cryptic babies 2 Likes |
Re: What Is Cryptic Pregnancy? by worlexy(m): 1:44pm On Dec 14, 2018 |
I strongly disagree. pregnancy with very low, undectable hCG level? what sustained the corpus luteum to produce progesterone before the placenta takes over, even in failing and Ectopic pregnancy hCG levels are detectable ! 6 Likes |
Re: What Is Cryptic Pregnancy? by Nobody: 1:44pm On Dec 14, 2018 |
Ok |
Re: What Is Cryptic Pregnancy? by Ruddyman(m): 1:44pm On Dec 14, 2018 |
Cryptic preg cryptic babes |
Re: What Is Cryptic Pregnancy? by pejuakinab: 1:45pm On Dec 14, 2018 |
Sounds like Crypto currency. My dear u are carrying e money in you. 8 Likes |
Re: What Is Cryptic Pregnancy? by bluefilm: 1:45pm On Dec 14, 2018 |
For one moment, I was thinking it had something to do with _crypto_currency? ![]() ![]() ![]() 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: What Is Cryptic Pregnancy? by angeltolly(f): 1:46pm On Dec 14, 2018 |
Heard this pregnancy can stay up to 5years ![]() |
Re: What Is Cryptic Pregnancy? by toby2(m): 1:46pm On Dec 14, 2018 |
Lexusgs430:i love this 1 Like |
Re: What Is Cryptic Pregnancy? by Godsfavour78: 1:46pm On Dec 14, 2018 |
A pregnancy that is fully undetectable (FUD) 1 Like |
Re: What Is Cryptic Pregnancy? by stitcheD(m): 1:52pm On Dec 14, 2018 |
This is hogwash! Moderators should know what they push to fp so as not to misinform people. 3 Likes |
Re: What Is Cryptic Pregnancy? by Randy100: 1:52pm On Dec 14, 2018 |
Lies. There is nothing like cryptic pregnancy. 3 Likes |
Re: What Is Cryptic Pregnancy? by deebrownneymar: 1:53pm On Dec 14, 2018 |
Simple question. Cryptic pregnancy is the story of Linda Ikeji's parallel celibacy and conceiving. Oya score me. 1 Like 2 Shares |
Re: What Is Cryptic Pregnancy? by affinity77(m): 1:54pm On Dec 14, 2018 |
Kenny0921736:Stop posting rubbish! U won over 8 million, yet beg for 5k...... Are u a learner ![]() |
Re: What Is Cryptic Pregnancy? by Smarte724(m): 1:59pm On Dec 14, 2018 |
worlexy:dont mind the writer, he even said that ultrasound scan will not detect the pregnancy, 2 Likes |
Re: What Is Cryptic Pregnancy? by Delaw00(m): 2:01pm On Dec 14, 2018 |
Lmao Lexusgs430: |
Re: What Is Cryptic Pregnancy? by Allylic(f): 2:02pm On Dec 14, 2018 |
So Yomi's pregnancy is cryptic pregnancy..I can remember the mother narrating the story to my mother..she said she was outside gisting with a woman when the other woman heard the sound of a baby.the following conversation ensued between the woman and yomi's mother Woman: Iya yomi,no be baby voice I dey hear for your house Iya Yomi: No ooo,na only me and Yomi dey house Some seconds later,the baby cried again..now iya Yomi heard the cry and she said..na baby dey cry ooo She started calling Yomi Yomi Yomi..but no answer She and the other woman entered the house to find yomi..as soon as she opened Yomi's room,she say that yomi has already given birth to a baby.. She screamed in yoruba 'Yomi..Yomi...Yomi...o ti pa Mi' and she fainted.. When she was telling my mum ehn..I just dey look her because I actually saw Yomi in church on Sunday without any pregnancy and she delivered her baby in the evening of that Sunday.. Kai..Na wa oo 9 Likes 1 Share |
Re: What Is Cryptic Pregnancy? by Nobody: 2:05pm On Dec 14, 2018 |
When I saw cryptic, I thought it was related Cryto currency... See the way I skipped other thread just to read this.. ![]() ![]() 2 Likes 1 Share |
Re: What Is Cryptic Pregnancy? by Xisnin(m): 2:10pm On Dec 14, 2018 |
Adanairaland:The love of money ![]() 3 Likes |
Re: What Is Cryptic Pregnancy? by PStacks(m): 2:11pm On Dec 14, 2018 |
Linda Ikeji kinda Pregnancy.. Truth is... Linda IKEJI na Coprate Olosho.. Confirm Abana. 1 Like |
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