Subchorionic Hematoma Symptoms and Treatment

My friend who is four weeks pregnant was diagnosed that she has subchorionic hematoma in her pregnancy. Her doctor told her that she might have miscarriage that’s why she should not be stress and be careful.  Aside from this, she also takes vitamins and some medicine.

Subchorionic Hematoma is also known as blot clot in the placenta and uterus.  It is also a gathering of blood between placenta and uterus.  Doctors nowadays can be easily identify subchorionic hematoma with the help of ultrasound technology. One of the symptoms of SCH is vaginal bleeding during early pregnancy. During ultrasound scan, the doctor or radiologist will find the fetus and assess it.  A clot that appears like a black mass within a uterus is seen if there is SCH. 

Since there is not formal treatment for SCH, doctors have different approach in case of SCH.  Some used the wait and see approach while other use medication such as estrogen and progesterone therapy as aid in pregnancy.  Also, some suggest refraining from sexual intercourse and bed rest during pregnancy. Other suggests continuing their everyday activities. 

The statistics of pregnancy loss or miscarriage with a SCH is low such as 1 to 3%.  This percentage is related to large blood clot.  Most pregnancies with SCH are not progress without complication since it can be resolves on their own by 20 weeks of pregnancy.  Of course, plenty of fluids and adequate rest should be recommended because dehydration can cause the uterus contract irritating your baby and clot.

Of course, in case of placental abruption that’s when the placenta tears away from the uterus, a medical attention is required. Pregnant women with SCH often experience intermittent periods of vaginal bleeding during her pregnancy, tampon and sexual intercourse should be avoided during bleeding or spotting period.

If you experience any symptoms of SCH, doctor should be contacted for proper diagnosis.