December 28, 2013

Goodell's sign in pregnancy

Goodell's sign :- 
Softening of the cervix at the beginning of the 2nd month of pregnancy. 
It is also probable sign of pregnancy. 

Que. -  What is the cause of softening of cervix in pregnancy ? 
Ans. -   Softening of the cervix is because of fluid collection in fiber tissues 
            due to hypertrophy. It is also due to increased vascularization.
            It is indication of pregnancy.

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