Breast Leakage During Pregnancy: Causes and What You Should Know

If fluid comes out of a woman's breasts during pregnancy, it means that the body is getting ready to breastfeed the baby. This fluid or this water is mainly called colostrum. It is a fluid containing high protein and antibodies. It is also considered "liquid gold" for the baby, because it is nutritious for him.

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Colostrum production starts in small amounts from the 14th week of pregnancy. Sometimes in the second trimester, the woman's milk duct system is fully developed, so that even if the baby is born prematurely, the mother's body can produce milk for her baby. Usually, it can start leaking in the third trimester.

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Colostrum, or breast discharge during pregnancy, looks like a clear, white, yellow or orange liquid. It is thick, but it can also be thin and sometimes sticky.

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The main reason behind the leakage of breast fluid in a pregnant woman is considered to be the prolactin hormone. It is most active in the third trimester of pregnancy. Prolactin helps the body of a pregnant woman to produce milk and is also responsible for colostrum leakage.

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Although colostrum leakage from the breast during pregnancy is normal, in some cases it can also be a cause of concern. Below we are giving information about in which situations a woman should consult a doctor in case of colostrum leakage-

• If colostrum is leaking excessively.
• If blood is also leaking along with colostrum.
• If the colostrum is too thick.

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It is natural for the breasts to leak water or colostrum to leak during pregnancy. It can be considered a part of various stages of pregnancy. Colostrum is considered to be the most important thing for the unborn baby. It may leak from the breasts in the third trimester. However, if some other symptoms mentioned in this article are also seen along with this fluid, then the doctor must be informed about it.