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...but that does not happen in the case of a partial molar pregnancy and instead, the placenta in the uterus turns into a mole.

Partial molar pregnancy symptoms

It could be difficult to determine a case of a molar pregnancy in the initial stages, as partial molar pregnancy symptoms are not different from the symptoms of a regular pregnancy. However, after some time certain other symptoms that may appear, such as:

• Bleeding from the vagina, which could range from bright red to dark brown color
• Extreme pain or pressure in the pelvis
• Grapelike cysts being passed from the vagina, along with tissue
• Growth of the uterus at a rapid pace, because of which it may appear too large for a normal pregnancy
• Nausea and vomiting, which is a lot more severe as compared to normal pregnancies

Partial molar pregnancy diagnosis

As soon as a doctor suspects partial molar pregnancy, a test to check the levels of the HCG hormone will be ordered. The levels of this hormone rise at a much slower rate, in case of a partial molar pregnancy. Therefore, partial molar pregnancy HCG levels are much lower, as compared to normal pregnancy HCG levels. After a blood test, an ultrasound is generally recommended for to confirm the diagnosis.

Partial molar pregnancy treatment

A partial molar pregnancy is not like a normal pregnancy, because of which, it cannot be continued. Partial molar pregnancy treatment is aimed at removing the molar tissue, with the help of a D&C. After this process another HCG test is required to ensure that all the abnormal growths have been removed from the body. Doctors usually monitor HCG levels for at least 6 months after a molar pregnancy.

A partial molar pregnancy can be quite serious and it needs to be checked and treated by a doctor, as soon as possible.

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