Re: spotting...bleeding
From: Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Thu, 30 Nov 2000 17:28:17 -0600 (CST)
Spotting shouldn't be expected to cause anemia. Heavy periods should be
kept track of to see if they recur and if they're longer than 10 days
routinely, or closer than 21 days apart (for several cycles in a row) or
if the bleeding is so heavy you go through 3 pads fully soaked in one
half hour - call the doctor.
Hope this helps and write back anytime for more information.
HSM
At Thu, 30 Nov 2000, Pauline wrote:
>
>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?
>
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>>
>>**Thank you for your understanding ;-)
>>
>--
>Worried
>
--
Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. FACOG, FACS
Great Neck, New York
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