spotting between periods?
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it depends how old you are. if you just got your period within the last year, its fairly normal. as long as it doesnt happen too often, its fine. or maybe youre getting mutiple periods in a 21-23 day cycle? thats normal also for a teen; your periods should be regulized after a year. if youre an an adult or have had your period for over a year and a half, definitely see a doc. all they can do is help. and theres nothing to be embarrassed about; if your friends/fam ask, just say you got an ear infection or something. theyll never know. ;)
631643
I often spot for a week just before my period. Is the spotting accompanied by stomach cramps/breast soreness or upset stomach? If yes, you're probably about to get your period.
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First of all, it is very important that you see a doctor ASAP.  Here is some information that I found:\n\nWhat is abnormal vaginal bleeding?\n\nThe usual cause of vaginal bleeding is menstruation (the monthly period). However, any vaginal bleeding that is not normal menstrual bleeding or mid- cycle spotting (which often occurs during the first few months of taking the oral contraceptive pill) may be abnormal and must be investigated. This is because it may be a sign of a problem within the vagina, uterus (womb) or ovaries. This includes irregular or excessively heavy menstrual bleeding, and any vaginal bleeding in a woman who has passed the menopause.\n\nIn teenage girls, the first few periods can be irregular and of varying degrees of heaviness, and this is not abnormal. Around the time of the menopause, menstrual bleeding often becomes irregular, and again this is not abnormal.\n\nHRT (hormone replacement therapy) may also cause harmless bleeding in postmenopausal women who have stopped having periods.\n\nWhat causes abnormal vaginal bleeding and who is at risk? Abnormal vaginal bleeding may occur between the normal menstrual bleeds (intermenstrual bleeding) or it may take the form of unusually heavy menstrual bleeding (menorrhagia). In postmenopausal women, it may develop after a number of years without any vaginal bleeding. It can be caused by a number of things, including:\n\nhormone imbalances, \ninjury to the vagina or vulva, \nsexual abuse, \ninfection in the uterus, \npolyps and fibroids (benign growths) in the uterus, \ncancer of the cervix, \ncancer of the uterus, \nsome cancers of the ovaries, \ncomplications of an early (possibly \nunknown) pregnancy, for example, \nectopic pregnancy or threatened miscarriage.\nHormonal imbalances are by far the most common cause, and the problem usually occurs during the reproductive years.\n\nHow do doctors diagnose abnormal vaginal bleeding?\n\nIf you are concerned about irregular or excessively heavy bleeding, you must see your GP or gynaecologist and explain the problem. The doctor will carry out an internal examination, looking for any obvious points of bleeding. The doctor will usually also perform a speculum examination, in which a sterile device is inserted into the vagina in order to view the cervix. A cervical smear test (‘Pap’ smear) may be carried out at this point. Finally, the doctor will feel for any enlargement of the uterus and ovaries by simultaneously pressing on your stomach and palpating inside the vagina.\n\n\n\nBlood tests may be undertaken to make sure that you are not anaemic and to check your hormone levels. If you have not yet passed through the menopause, the timing of these blood tests is important and the doctor will explain the best time in your monthly cycle to have them done. Your doctor may also suggest that a pregnancy test be performed.\n\nFurther tests, such as an ultrasound scan of the uterus, may be recommended. This is a simple test in which gel is placed on the lower abdomen and a special scanner is moved through the gel. If necessary, a vaginal ultrasound may occasionally be performed, in which the scanner is placed inside the vagina instead of on the abdomen. In this way, clearer and more accurate views of the uterus can be obtained.\n\nA hysteroscopy may be indicated. This involves a long fine telescope, used to look at the lining of the uterus (the endometrium) from the inside, usually under general anaesthetic. It may be performed as a day case or it may involve an overnight stay in hospital. At the start of the procedure, the doctor dilates the cervix slightly, so that the telescope can be inserted through the cervix towards the inside of the uterus. With this technique, it is possible to take a biopsy (remove tissue for examination) from specific areas of the lining of the uterus.\n\nWhat is the treatment for abnormal vaginal bleeding?\n\n\nSelf-care action plan If you notice unusual bleeding, you should check that it is genuine
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I used to breakthrough bleed after being on the pill for 2 years or so.  My gyno said that the hormones weren't strong enough when mid-cycle bleeding occured, and would increase my dose.  This usually resolved the problem. Could be that the 1/35s aren't strong enough after being on the nuvaring. If your period doesn't occur when it should, you may also want to take a pregnancy test. With the transition, that is a possibility also.  Good luck!
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I am not sure but I have a friend in the same boat so I am posting a response so I can keep tabs on other answers..It could be birth control related, are you on the shot or were taken off the shot w/in the past year? Break through bleeding like that can happen when going off birth control...well I hope we both find an answer, its not looking too hopeful is it:(
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First look at age. Girls go thru so many different cycles.\nsometimes our body fluctuates. Don't get to concerned you could just be going thru mid cycle bleeding break through.\nIf you are really concerned go have a check up.
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It's called "breakthrough bleeding" and is perfectly normal (especially when you're on the pill.)  I wouldn't worry unless you are experiencing extremely heavy cramping when this happens.  Do a search for breakthrough bleeding on the web and you should find more info...  = )
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I had a similar experience last year.I would be bleeding very lightly for 6 weeks straight until I made an appointment to see a Gynecologist.After the initial visit and numerous test,I was diagnosed with PC OS. Your best bet is get checked.It could be anything from hormonal imbalance, cysts,stress,weight gain or loss or yet pregnancy.
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i have spot bleeding before and after my periods after three pelvic exams two pap tests and an ultra sound yes they did tell me it was normal.i got off the pill this pasy tear and went with an iud implant and i also have been going through other changes as well.to me it sounds hormonal like your body is just trying to adjust itself to regulate your cycle again
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Get yourself to a doctor or gyno, especially if you think you might be pregnant.  You may be trying to miscarry, or something else might be wrong.  Irregular bleeding could have many causes and only your doctor can determine what it is.  If it were me, I'd be sitting in that doctor's waiting room right now, instead of asking   Yahoo Answers.  Good luck!
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Bleeding for longer than your normal period is not a good sign. There is something else going on, could possibly be a tumor. Go see a doc as soon as you can.
673236
you're fine! Its normal for periods to get all out of whack at your age. I'm 20 and it still happens to me.
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In my experience this has happened before but not often. usually my next cycle is normal and usually it happens if there is alot of stress in my life. I would not worry about it, you cannot be regular all the time.
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Yes the same thing happened to me. I was spotting, and even cramping alittle. Sure enough I was pregnant.  It was exactly 2 weeks after I had my period, and I knew something was up because It wasn't time to start my period again. I was on vacation ( which was when I concieved) and it started like the next day. I learned that sometimes there is bleeding and cramping as the egg implants. So Congrats!
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spotting is a term for bloody discharge.  If you haven't started menstruating yet, or are between periods and you notice a little reddish or brownish spot (or spots) in your underwear, this is known as spotting and it is very natural.  If you are in pain or are bleeding heavily (more than a normal period) see a doctor.  Otherwise, welcome to womanhood m'dear.
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If your menses have always been this way then it may be "normal" for you.  Sometimes bleeding will change in amount, but hasn't completely stopped.  If I count your days correctly, this is about a week.  Some womens' menses last a week which is normal for them...If you are concerned talk with your gyne about it...\nGood luck...
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Get yourself to a doctor! Please don't let shyness scare you off. There is probably a free clinic in your area and I suggest you take advantage of it. If not, try a Planned Parenthood. You say your discharge has blood in it? While it's normal to have discharge between periods and even something called breakthrough bleeding, having discharge with blood and pain is not normal.\n\nPID(pelvic inflammatory disease), gonorrhea(an STD), yeast infection, bacterial infection, ovarian cysts, bladder infection, endometriosis, even cancer can cause your symptoms.\n\nPlease please go to a doctor. Your reproductive health and you life could depend on it. Good luck