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Can breakthrough bleeding last for only one day and then go away? or is it a week? bled a little (barely) then stopped.

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Dr. Harold Fields answered

Bleeding: Break through bleeding can last for any amount of time. If it persists for more than three months see your gynaecologist.

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Answered 10/24/2017

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A member asked:

Can breakthrough bleeding last for only one day and then go away? or is it a week? bled a little (barely) then stopped.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Harold Fields answered

Dr Chuu agreed

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