The difference between water breaking and urine leakage
During pregnancy, many expectant mothers will face the problem of water breaking and urinary leakage, both of which can make expectant mothers feel worried and uneasy. But there\’s actually a big difference between having your water break and leaking urine. In this article, we will elaborate on the difference between water breaking and urine leakage from four aspects.
1. Different phenomena
The most obvious difference between water breaking and urine leakage is the different phenomena. Water breaking refers to the sudden outflow of amniotic fluid, which is usually accompanied by abdominal pain, contractions, etc. Urinary leakage refers to the continuous leakage of urine due to urethral incontinence due to physiological factors during pregnancy. Different phenomena will also cause the following two situations to behave differently.
2. Different colors and tastes
The amniotic fluid that comes out after water breaks is a colorless, transparent or slightly yellow liquid with a light and fresh taste. Urine leakage results in yellow urine with a distinct urine odor. Therefore, expectant mothers can tell whether their water has broken by smelling the liquid.
3. Different incontinence factors
Water rupture occurs when the amniotic fluid sac ruptures due to fetal pressure or damage to the placenta, and amniotic fluid flows out. Urinary leakage is caused by the enlargement of the expectant mother\’s uterus and pressure on the bladder, resulting in urinary incontinence. This is also the biggest difference between the two, so it is also necessary to prescribe the right medicine in the judgment.
4. Different lengths of time
The length of time between water rupture and urine leakage is also different. Water rupture occurs suddenly, and the amniotic fluid will continue to flow out of the vagina. If not treated in time, it may lead to the life safety of the fetus and the expectant mother. Urinary leakage is a gradual condition and can be adjusted and recovered by exercising the pelvic floor muscles. Distinguishing between duration and phenomenon can help expectant mothers better understand how to handle both situations.
Summary
The judgment and treatment of water rupture and urine leakage during pregnancy are very critical. Although both will make expectant mothers feel uncomfortable and uneasy, it is very necessary to judge and deal with them through different aspects such as phenomenon, color and taste, incontinence factors and length of time. When expectant mothers encounter this kind of situation during pregnancy, they must analyze the situation rationally and calmly, go to the hospital for examination in time, and ensure the health of themselves and their fetuses.
