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Is it normal for there to be more bleeding with first period following miscarriage than there was with the miscarriage?

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Dr. Seth Derman answered

Specializes in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility

Yes: The first period after a miscarriage is frequently heavy.

Answered 3/12/2014

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A member asked:

Is it normal for there to be more bleeding with first period following miscarriage than there was with the miscarriage?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Seth Derman answered

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