WOMENS-HEALTH Messages for November, 2000: Re: spotting...bleeding

Re: spotting...bleeding

From: Pauline (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Thu, 30 Nov 2000 10:30:18 -0600 (CST)

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At Wed, 29 Nov 2000, Lynn D. Montgomery, MD wrote: >
>At Wed, 29 Nov 2000, Pauline wrote:
>>
>>My period started on Nov 3, ended on Nov 10, and I started spotting on
>>Nov 15th. I have never spotted before. The spotting lasted for a week
>>(brownish discharge upon wiping and then having to have a pantyliner).
>>Spotting then led to bleeding which, at first, was bright red, now has
>>started to pass clots (now wearing a pad). Bleeding has not yet
>>stopped. I am not on birth control and I am not pregnant. What's
>>happening?
>>
>>I had sex on the 10th, 13th and 17th, could this be the cause? My cousin
>>has endometriosis and since it runs in families, could this be the
>>cause? With my periods I usually experience a lot of cramping - to the
>>point where I need to lie down. Also, I pass clots during this time
>>too.
>>
>>Any and all information would be appreciated.
>>
>>--
>>Worried
>>
>I would not be worried about this one occasion of irregular bleeding.
>The cycles can be affected by a variety of things in our lives and this
>may just be one of those times. I would be patient and see what
>happens. If you are over 40, then I would discuss this with your
>physician...
>Lynn
>
>--
>Lynn D. Montgomery, MD
>Director, Maternal-Fetal Medicine
>Rocky Mountain Perinatal Center
>Missoula, Montana
>
>**Note: Opinions expressed here are for educational purposes only and, as such, do not constitute a physician-patient relationship. This information is not intended to supplant the need for you to consult with your physician prior to choosing therapeutic options and/or interventions.
>

If the bleeding does not stop or if it becomes heavier, do I need to worry about anemia?

>**Private e-mails cannot be entertained due to time constraints, consequently no private e-mails will receive a response.
>
>**Thank you for your understanding ;-)
>

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Worried

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