Symptoms of leaking amniotic fluid

Leaking amniotic fluid toward the end of pregnancy is often a sign of labor. Amniotic fluid is the fluid that surrounds a fetus during pregnancy. When the amniotic sac breaks, known as the rupture of membranes (water breaking), you may feel a gush or trickle of warm liquid from the vagina. 

Leaking amniotic fluid earlier in pregnancy is a preterm complication in which the amniotic sac ruptures early.

It's known as the premature rupture of membranes (PROM). This is a serious condition that requires medical attention.

This article will provide an overview of what it feels like to leak amniotic fluid, the possible causes, and what to do next.

Amniotic fluid leak test at home

Leaking Amniotic Fluid: What Week Can It Begin?

Most pregnant people experience leaking amniotic fluid at the end of their pregnancy when labor is starting. The amniotic sac usually ruptures within 24 hours after the start of labor.

When the amniotic sac breaks before the 37th week of pregnancy, it is considered a premature rupture of membranes. This occurs in about 2% to

slow leak amniotic fluid 38 weeks

slow leak amniotic fluid 35 weeks