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The extreme softening of cervix during the first trimester is known as:

The extreme softening of cervix during the first trimester is known as: Correct Answer Goodell's sign

Concept:

  • The Goodell sign refers to a probable sign of pregnancy, characterized by softening of the cervix.
  • A positive Goodell sign occurs due to increased blood flow noticed in the cervix during the first 4 to 8 weeks of pregnancy
  • It is a significant softening of the vaginal portion of the cervix from increased vascularization.
  • This vascularization is a result of hypertrophy and engorgement of the vessels below the growing uterus.
  • Sign occurs around 4'th week.

Key Points

  • Osiander sign - an early indication of pregnancy (at eight weeks) in which pulsation can be felt through the lateral vaginal fornix.
  • Goodell sign - refers to a probable sign of pregnancy, characterized by softening of the cervix.
  • Hegar sign - non-specific indication of pregnancy characterized by the compressibility and softening of the cervical isthmus.

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