Question 1

what does red spotting instead of period mean?

Accepted Answer

If it is during the: Point of your menstrual cycle when would expect to menstruate - it might be a light period. The main reason for light periods is change in hormone levels. Causes for what seems to be a light period can include: thyroid problems, eating disorders, excessive exercise, initial period, use of an intrauterine device, oral contraceptives, perimenopause ; implantation bleeding in early pregnancy.

Question 2

is it normal to be spotting instead of period after taking next choice?

Accepted Answer

Gynecologist: If you have spotting instead of a period, it is recommended that you seek medical attention.

Question 3

can a std cause you to have pink spotting instead of period?

Accepted Answer

Yes: An std can make your cervix bleed. If you think you might be pregnant check then check a home pregnancy test. They are cheap, reliable and available  at any pharmacy.

Question 4

what does red spotting instead of period mean? i havent got my period in a month now- my tracker says im 14 days late and i havent had any intercourse

Accepted Answer

Hormonal imbalance: Menstrual irregularities are not uncommon and anovulatory cycle is a common cause. If you miss more than two periods it would be time to see your doctor. If you do not wish to be pregnant, use contraception all the time. You may consider implanted contraceptive or an IUD. 
Consult this site for more information on this topic.
http://www.nichd.nih.gov/health/topics/menstruation/conditioninfo/Pages/causes.aspx
Practice safe sex. 
Get HPV vaccine.

Question 5

brown spotting instead of period on birth control?

Accepted Answer

No problem: If the spotting is occurring during the time you'd otherwise expect a "period", it's nothing to worry about--for many women who've been on the pill for awhile, periods can get lighter and lighter.  This is a good effect, not a problem.  Brown spotting just means the bleeding is lighter.

Question 6

spotting instead of period so now 9 days "late". ovaries are sore. 2 neg hpt. what's going on?

Accepted Answer

Hormonal imbalance: Menstrual irregularities are not uncommon and anovulatory cycle is a common cause. If you miss more than two periods it would be time to see your doctor. Consult this site for more information on this topic.

http://www.nichd.nih.gov/health/topics/menstruation/conditioninfo/Pages/causes.aspx

Question 7

stopped pill and having extremely light spotting instead of period, light yellow colour and occasional large pale clots no real flow - any ideas?

Accepted Answer

Takes a while: It takes a while for your body to adjust to stopping the hormonal stimulation of taking the pill. Usually in 3-4 months your periods will straighten out and return to normal. If not see your doctor.

Question 8

having very minor brown spotting instead of period blood. have pcos but  not using any pill for it.wt can be the reason of this spotting?

Accepted Answer

PCOS: With PCOS you do not ovulate regularly. When you don't ovulate you don't produce progesterone which stops the uterine lining from growing and makes it get mature. If the lining just keeps growing, it gets so thick that parts start breaking of and you start spotting or bleeding. Over time, this un opposed growth can increase the risk of cancer so you need to see you doctor for treatment.

Question 9

10 days of spotting instead of period. neg hpt. no bc pills.spouse had vasectomy. no other symptoms. gyno earliest appt in 2 months. usually regular period with normal flow for 5-7 days. spotting w/ drops of blood in toilet & wiping. browish & pink. ?

Accepted Answer

Prolonged spotting ?: At age 42, ovulation is frequently delayed, as the eggs require more stimulation as they age, producing estrogen fluctuations which will produce spotting (withdrawal bleeding) during low points in the levels of estrogen.  Your cycles should again resume on a predictable basis, but see your gyn physician for an exam and other testing if this continues.

Question 10

my first bhcg was 65 then 2 days later 57, i have been having brown spotting instead of period for 9 days, what should i do wait for bleeding?

Accepted Answer

Yes, wait for bleedi: This is a failed early pregnancy, often called a chemical pregnancy. Once the bhcg falls to zero you will experience vaginal bleeding that will be heavier and crampier than your normal period.

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What does red spotting instead of period mean?

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Is it normal to be spotting instead of period after taking next choice?

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Can a std cause you to have pink spotting instead of period?

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What does red spotting instead of period mean? i havent got my period in a month now- my tracker says im 14 days late and i havent had any intercourse

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Brown spotting instead of period on birth control?

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Spotting instead of period so now 9 days "late". ovaries are sore. 2 neg hpt. what's going on?

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Stopped pill and having extremely light spotting instead of period, light yellow colour and occasional large pale clots no real flow - any ideas?

A member asked:

Having very minor brown spotting instead of period blood. have pcos but not using any pill for it.wt can be the reason of this spotting?

A member asked:

10 days of spotting instead of period. neg hpt. no bc pills.spouse had vasectomy. no other symptoms. gyno earliest appt in 2 months. usually regular period with normal flow for 5-7 days. spotting w/ drops of blood in toilet & wiping. browish & pink. ?

A member asked:

My first bhcg was 65 then 2 days later 57, i have been having brown spotting instead of period for 9 days, what should i do wait for bleeding?

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