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Is mid-cycle spotting normal?

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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I have been getting mid menstrual cycle spotting. Is it normal?
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Dr. Jyoti Gupta is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist specializing in Infertility with 20 years of clinical experience. She completed her MBBS at Maharshi Dayanand University Rohtak and her MD in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Dibrugarh University. She is specialized in treating pregnancy, childbirth, and the female reproductive system’s postpartum periods health, such as the vagina, uterus, ovaries, and breasts. Currently, she is practicing in Faridabad, Haryana, India.

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Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

Mid-cycle spotting is normal. There is nothing to worry. If it is associated with intermenstrual bleed, then you need to see a gynecologist who can examine you and rule out any infection.

Patient's Query

Thank you doctor,

I had my periods from 1st to 4th of this month. On the 5th I had unprotected sex with my husband. I had spotting on the 15th. For the last five days, I have taken up regular gym and weight training. Am I pregnant? Or can this be due to heavy exercise? But, I am exercising regularly for the last one year.

Answered by Dr. Jyoti Gupta

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Jyoti Gupta is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist specializing in Infertility with 20 years of clinical experience. She completed her MBBS at Maharshi Dayanand University Rohtak and her MD in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Dibrugarh University. She is specialized in treating pregnancy, childbirth, and the female reproductive system’s postpartum periods health, such as the vagina, uterus, ovaries, and breasts. Currently, she is practicing in Faridabad, Haryana, India.

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Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

As you said that you had intercourse on day 5 of your cycle, there is no way you could be pregnant. For pregnancy you need to have intercourse close to mid cycle, , which means close to the time of ovulation. If you had no further unprotected contact during that time, then there is no chance to get pregnant. Strenuous exercise can sometimes be the reason for spotting.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At September 21, 2016
Reviewed At July 3, 2023

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Jyoti Gupta is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist specializing in Infertility with 20 years of clinical experience. She completed her MBBS at Maharshi Dayanand University Rohtak and her MD in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Dibrugarh University. She is specialized in treating pregnancy, childbirth, and the female reproductive system’s postpartum periods health, such as the vagina, uterus, ovaries, and breasts. Currently, she is practicing in Faridabad, Haryana, India.

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Dr. Jyoti Gupta is an Obstetrics and Gynecologist specializing in Infertility with 20 years of clinical experience. She completed her MBBS at Maharshi Dayanand University Rohtak and her MD in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Dibrugarh University. She is specialized in treating pregnancy, childbirth, and the female reproductive system’s postpartum periods health, such as the vagina, uterus, ovaries, and breasts. Currently, she is practicing in Faridabad, Haryana, India.

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