Question 1

i had my tubes tied 13 years ago. i had a period ending on 5/2 on 5/17 i started spotting with light cramps for 3 days then it stopped. 5/30 i cramped all day but no period. should i be worried?

Accepted Answer

: The risk of pregnancy after a tubal ligation is very small but not zero, even after 13 years, so doing a pregnancy test is not unreasonable as a precaution. Many things can cause less regular bleeding (sometimes just getting older) but continued observation is OK for now as there is no clear pattern yet and this may be a one off.

Question 2

lmp was on 4/22/13 then i had light pink to brown spotting on 5/3-5/5. today i had some light pink spotting with light cramps. could i be pregnant?

Accepted Answer

Take the test: If you want to know if you are pregnant, take a test. In today's world you do not need to wonder if you are pregnant or not based on symptoms. Pregnancy tests are available at any pharmacy and in minutes you will have your answer. They can detect a pregnancy 7-10 days after conception. The best time to take one is when you miss your period.

Question 3

had my period on 13/1/16 - 19/1/16 and just started light pink spotting today with light cramps,headache,nauseous,tired.why am i bleeding again early?

Accepted Answer

Normal: Mid-cycle bleeding is most likely ovulation bleeding. This type of bleeding is predictable, occurring between 10-16 days after the last menses, light, and lasts 12-72 hours. It occurs in 10%-30% of women and is considered normal, resulting from a sudden surge in estrogen at ovulation that then drops, causing destabilization of the endometrium.

Question 4

what does it mean if i'm spotting light pink with mild cramps 8 days before my period?

Accepted Answer

Too numerous: There are many possibilities- they may involve endocrine changes or tissue changes- such as fibroids, polyps, etc.  It is best to make an appointment with a gynecologist for full evaluation.

Question 5

on my last period i had light spotting for 10 days. now i am due for my period and have light spotting with cramps but no period. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Check preg test : As I am sure you know the first step is to take a home pregnancy test. It is common for someone to have an irregular period occasionally. This usually self corrects over the next few cycles. If you continue to be irregular or continue to have excessive bleeding schedule a visit with an obgyn to discuss options for cycle control.

Question 6

7 weeks preg 2nd preg light brown spotting now light red with mild cramps  no other symptoms ob apt thurs should i worry or is it possible twins?

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: Hopefully your "Thursday" is tomorrow...bleeding at this stage of pregnancy is not normal and must be evaluated.

Question 7

always used to have regular menstrual cycle.would start period in the mornings, little cramps accompanied.last few months noticed it starts so slowly, over 2 days.starts with spotting and light cramps on and off,the next day starts period.normal?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes this is normal. The rate at which a period presents is dependent upon the blood vessel  breakdown of the endometrium(lining of the womb) and how much endometrium is present in the uterus.  Thus early spotting followed by a period is normal.

Question 8

my period is a week early with light spotting and mild cramps is it too early to test for pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Common complaint: 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. Infections ;  hormonal changes can cause spotting. If there is a concern for pregnancy then do  a home pregnancy test .  There are many options available to help regulate the menstrual cycle. Schedule a visit.

Question 9

back cramps and spotting at 6 wks?

Accepted Answer

Get checked: If you are having spotting and cramping (or pain) you need to get checked.  Sometimes this can b signs of an ectopic pregnancy.

Question 10

14days of spotting. mild cramps. please help?

Accepted Answer

Spotting: The first thing you should do is check a pregnancy test if sexually active.  If that is negative there are a variety of things that usually cause this.  Usually its from lack of ovulation for a cycle.  You provider should do a little blood work to exclude thyroid issues and other things and can treat this with hormones.

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I had my tubes tied 13 years ago. i had a period ending on 5/2 on 5/17 i started spotting with light cramps for 3 days then it stopped. 5/30 i cramped all day but no period. should i be worried?

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Lmp was on 4/22/13 then i had light pink to brown spotting on 5/3-5/5. today i had some light pink spotting with light cramps. could i be pregnant?

A member asked:

Had my period on 13/1/16 - 19/1/16 and just started light pink spotting today with light cramps,headache,nauseous,tired.why am i bleeding again early?

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What does it mean if i'm spotting light pink with mild cramps 8 days before my period?

A member asked:

On my last period i had light spotting for 10 days. now i am due for my period and have light spotting with cramps but no period. is this normal?

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7 weeks preg 2nd preg light brown spotting now light red with mild cramps no other symptoms ob apt thurs should i worry or is it possible twins?

A member asked:

Always used to have regular menstrual cycle.would start period in the mornings, little cramps accompanied.last few months noticed it starts so slowly, over 2 days.starts with spotting and light cramps on and off,the next day starts period.normal?

A member asked:

My period is a week early with light spotting and mild cramps is it too early to test for pregnancy?

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Back cramps and spotting at 6 wks?

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14days of spotting. mild cramps. please help?

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