[Biology Class Notes] on Implantation in Human Pdf for EXAM

Symptoms of Implant Placement 

 As there is no real correlation between the time of implantation and the occurrence of implantation symptoms, it is best to think about implantation symptoms and how they relate to early pregnancy rather than the time of implantation. 

 

The following are the most common implantation symptoms of early pregnancy: 

1. Implantation Cramps  

Implantation cramps  Some women may experience minor cramping right around the time of implantation, which is normal. Though there is no way to know for certain what is going on, we do know that this cramping is caused by a rise in progesterone that occurs during the second half of your cycle, regardless of whether or not you are pregnant. 

2. Implantation Bleeding  

Implantation bleeding  Implantation bleeding is defined as a small amount of bleeding or spotting that can occur after conception and a few days before your menstrual cycle. Implantation bleeding is light in nature, stops on its own, and does not require medical intervention. It affects approximately one-third of all pregnant women, despite the fact that there is no scientific evidence to support a link between implantation and bleeding. 

3. Nausea  

Implantation symptoms in early pregnancy, and they are often some of the first indications that something is wrong with the baby. You may also begin to notice changes in your appetite or that you are suddenly disgusted by foods that you used to eat with gusto. 

4. Constipation and Bloating  

Constipation, which is a common implantation symptom, can be attributed to those pregnancy hormones yet another time. You may also notice that you are appearing bloated during this period, which is caused by hormones once again. 

5. Fatigue.    

If one is experiencing more fatigue than usual, it’s likely that you’re pregnant. This is caused by a rise in progesterone levels as well as an increase in blood volume. 

Headaches. Headaches are a common implantation symptom, and they are yet another side effect of your increased blood volume during pregnancy.  

Mood swings are a common symptom of pregnancy, particularly in the first trimester. It’s all down to those hormones.