Vaginal bleeding apart from menstruation is a sign of some problem in the reproductive system. Some of the causes of abnormal vaginal bleeding are cervical or uterine cancer, hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), ectopic pregnancy, miscarriage, perimenopause, sexually transmitted infections, and uterine polyps.
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I had continuous bleeding and passage of clot. Am I pregnant?
Query: Hello doctor, My period came on the first of last month. 22 days later, my breasts were hurting. I was cramping but there was no period. Five days later, I went to the restroom and I wiped and there was light pink blood. The next day still no period or spotting. Two days later, I woke up and blood ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your concern. It is good you have already ruled out pregnancy because, in any type of abnormal bleeding among reproductive age, pregnancy is one of the first condition that should be ruled out. The second most common cause of these types of bleeding is a ho... Read Full »
I had vaginal bleeding after my boyfriend fingered me. Why does the blood appear black?
Query: Hello doctor, My boyfriend fingered me two days ago, and I had vaginal bleeding. The blood is darker than usual, and the bleeding has increased today. I do not have pain or discomfort, but the blood appears black. Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your concern. Bright red blood from the vagina is clotting blood, not fresh blood. This means that during the act, the fingers could have caused abrasions inside the vagina, probably due to friction, but it does not require urgent or emergency care. This... Read Full »