Question 1

hi i have the implant for 1.7 years, was given pill to stop prolonged spotting after period
worked but now i'm spotting again a few days after.

Accepted Answer

Can cause bleeding: Irregular bleeding is a common and normal side effect of nexplanon. For some bleeding occurs less frequently than your normal cycle. For others more frequently. It can be annoying but it is not harmful. About 10% of users end of switching methods because of this side effect.

Question 2

spotting 2 weeks after period? why

Accepted Answer

Common problem: Irregular periods are one of the most common problems obgyns treat. If this is one time problem it usually resolves on its own. If this is a recurring problem you should be evaluated. Infection, polyps, fibroids and  hormonal changes can cause spotting. There are many options available to help regulate the menstrual cycle. If you think you might be pregnant check then check a home pregnancy test.

Question 3

what is the cause of spotting after period ?

Accepted Answer

Pregnancy: Pregnancy, thyroid, weight issues, anxiety/ depression, polyps, fibroids, a multitude of issues

Question 4

light pink spotting after period? what's this?

Accepted Answer

Bleeding between: periods at your age could be due to infection or trauma to the cervix or vagina or it could be due to hormonal problems. See your doctor. Good luck!

Question 5

pink spotting two weeks after period, what is it?

Accepted Answer

Possibly ovulation: The timing suggests that this may simply reflect ovulation, although of course there are many other less common possibilities.  The hormone fluctuations that occur around ovulation occasionally trigger a small amount of bleeding like you are experiencing, and ovulation occurs on average 2 weeks after your period.  If your period doesn't come in 2 weeks you should get checked.

Question 6

spotting two weeks after period what can that be???

Accepted Answer

Spotting: Would check HCG as sometimes  what appeared as a period was actually implantaiton bleeding. Could also be infection ,effects of BCP, polyp, fibroid, ovarian pathology. Check TSH, consider sonogram. F/u with doctor/urgent care.

Question 7

spotting on 19th day after period, should i be concerned?

Accepted Answer

Not necessarily: It may be break through bleeding due to imbalance of Progesterone and estrogen.

Question 8

pink spotting five days after period, what does this mean?

Accepted Answer

It happens sometimes: Many women have occasional variation of their mucus discharge, some spotting between periods, a heavier period, a lighter period, a longer or shorter period, or even a missed period.  Having one or two of these symptoms doesn’t necessarily mean there is a medical problem, but a call to one’s primary care or Ob-Gyn doctor is a good idea if symptoms are persistent, recurring, or worrisome.

Question 9

dark spotting one week after period. should i be concerned?

Accepted Answer

Spotting: Most likely this is normal. If recurring you should see a gynecologist.

Question 10

light pink spotting only when i wipe 3 days after period ends. could i still be on it?

Accepted Answer

Spotting: Sounds like the end of your period, still occurring.If it persists, see your gyn.

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Light pink spotting after period? what's this?

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Pink spotting two weeks after period, what is it?

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Spotting two weeks after period what can that be???

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Spotting on 19th day after period, should i be concerned?

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Pink spotting five days after period, what does this mean?

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Light pink spotting only when i wipe 3 days after period ends. could i still be on it?

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