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Re: Hormones and spotting
From: R. Daniel Braun, MD (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Thu, 20 Dec 2001 19:00:20 -0600 (CST)

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At Thu, 20 Dec 2001, Ashleigh wrote: >
>Dr. Braun, I'm 34 years old. I have had mid-cycle spotting for several
>years. It would be pink and happen once in 1 day along with clear
>ovulatory mucus for 1-2 days. In the past few months the spotting has
>been happening on and off during the day for 3 consecutive days (and
>there's more of it) with the clear, copious ovulatory mucus for 4 days!
>I'm not complaining, I just want to know if this is indicative of a
>problem (the increased spotting).
>What exactly is the hormonal situation causing this?

Probably a slight drop in estrogen level.
I'm very >interested.
>BTW, I don't take any medications. Cycles are ALWAYS 26-27 days,periods
>are not heavy with almost no cramping. I gave birth 6 months ago.

Pregnancy will sometimes change these things around also. It certainly doesn't sound like anything to be alarmed about.

-- R. Daniel Braun, MD FACOG FOG
This is for educational purposes only, and is not intended to be replacement or substitute for consultation and examination by an appropriate medical professional. Due to time constraints, private e-mails cannot be answered.

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