Signs of pregnancy Flashcards
1
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Goodell sign
A
Softening of the cervix
4 wks
2
Q
Ladin sign
A
softening of the midline of the uterus
6 wks
3
Q
Chadwick sign
A
blue discoloration of the vagina and cervix
6-8 wks
4
Q
Telagiectasias/palmar erythema
A
small blood vessls/reddening of the palms
first trimester
5
Q
Chloasma
A
The “mask of pregnancy” is a hyperpigmentation of the face most commonly on the forehead, nose, cheeks. worsens with sun exposure
6
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Linea nigra
A
a line of hyperpigmentation that can extend from xiphoid process to pubic symphysis
