|
Sign |
Where |
Description |
Timing |
|
Hegar's Sign (on bimanual examination) |
Uterine sign |
Softening of the lower uterine segment (isthmus) on bimanual examination. |
6–10 weeks of pregnancy. |
|
Palmar Sign (on bimanual examination) |
Uterine sign |
Regular, rhythmic uterine contractions felt during bimanual examination. |
4–8 weeks of pregnancy. |
|
Piscacek’s Sign |
Uterine sign |
Asymmetrical enlargement of the uterus (due to lateral implantation) |
- |
|
Goodell's Sign |
Cervical sign |
Softening of the cervix due to increased vascularization and edema. |
6th weeks of pregnancy |
|
Chadwick's Sign (Jacquemier’s Sign) |
Vaginal sign |
Bluish discoloration of the cervix, vagina, and vulva due to increased vascularity. |
8th weeks of pregnancy |
|
Osiander's Sign |
Vaginal sign |
Increased pulsation felt in the lateral vaginal fornices due to increased blood flow to the uterus. |
6-8 weeks of pregnancy |