Dr. Kanani Darshan Jayantilal
Family Physician
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Hi doctor,
I had unprotected sex with my boyfriend eight days after my menstruation, and it was the 13th day of my cycle. From the 26th day of my cycle until today, I am on the 32nd day and experiencing light bleeding. It only comes out when I go to the toilet, and it drips sometimes but never goes on my pad.
1. Can I ovulate on the 13th day of my cycle if my cycle is around 37 to 49 days on average?
2. Could this be implantation bleeding? Or is it ovulation bleeding?
Thank you.
Hi,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
Ovulation bleeding, known as mid-cycle spotting, can occur in some women around ovulation. It is usually light and may be accompanied by mild cramping or discomfort. This bleeding is typically due to hormonal fluctuations and the release of an egg from the ovary.
On the other hand, implanting bleeding occurs when a fertilized egg implants itself into the uterine lining, typically around 6 to 12 days after ovulation. It is usually lighter and shorter in duration compared to a regular menstrual period.
Since you had unprotected sex eight days after your menstruation, it is less likely that the bleeding you are experiencing is implantation bleeding. Implantation generally occurs a bit later in the menstrual cycle.
It is important to remember that individual experiences can vary.
Thank you.
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