Probable Signs of Pregnancy
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C-Chadwicks - bluish discoloration of lower uterine segment
H-Hegar - softening of lower uterine segment
O-Outlining of Fetal Body
P-Positive pregnancy test - presence of gonadotropin in urine
B-Ballotement - sinking and rebound of fetus
U-Uterine Enlargement - at 12 weeks gestation felt just above symphsis pubis
G-Goodells - Softening of the cervix
S-Souffle, Contraction and Braxton Hicks (painless contraction at 28 weeks)
Probable and positive signs and symptoms of pregnancy. These signs indicate a likely pregnancy. Positive signs involve the presence of a heartbeat on ultrasound.
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