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Irregular menstruation normal after child birth?

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Dr. Sarosh Batlivala answered

Specializes in Pediatric Cardiology

Yes: Irregular menses can occur for many months after pregnancy. However, please see your doctor if there is significant blood loss or the ireegularity continues for 6 months.

Answered 11/19/2013

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