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Re: Bacterial vaginitis/MetroGel/bleeding

From: Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Mon, 28 Sep 1998 20:18:18 -0500 (CDT)


At Mon, 28 Sep 1998, Nancy wrote: >
>I was given MetroGel for bacterial vaginitis and since using it I have
>experienced bleeding. Since this is not my period, I was concerned and
>called my doctor. I was told that this bleeding is from the infection
>(I did not have bleeding as a symptom of the infection), it's normal and
>continue with the MetroGel. This is my third day of a five day
>treatment. I am still concerned. Is there any cause for alarm?

Based upon the information provided, it doesn't sound like a problem. An infection can cause a cervix to bleed more easily, especially when inserting something into the vagina, like medication or intercourse.

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Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. FACOG, FACS
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