Vaginal Bleeding
Also known as: Dysfunctional uterine bleeding, Uterine bleeding
Women | Symptoms | Female Reproductive System
<p>Menstruation, or period, is a woman's monthly bleeding.
Abnormal vaginal bleeding is different from normal menstrual periods.
It could be bleeding that is between periods, is very heavy, or lasts much longer than usual.
It also includes bleeding that happens before puberty or after menopause.
Causes can include:</p><ul><li>Uterine fibroids or polyps</li><li>Hormone problems</li><li>Hormone pills, such <span class="qt1">as</span> birth control pills and hormone replacement therapy (menopausal hormone therapy)</li><li>Cancer of the cervix, ovaries, uterus or vagina</li><li>Thyroid problems</li></ul><p>Bleeding during pregnancy can have several different causes.
It is not always serious, but to be safe you should contact your health care provider right away.</p><p>Pelvic exams, blood tests
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