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Heavy bleeding, sticky & dark blood began 5 days after period ended. had cramps a few days before the bleeding began. on b.c. and sexually active.

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Can be normal: There can be variations in a womans menstrual cycle that are considered normal and not to alarm about. If these changes become consistent and constant, then evaluation with a provider can shed some light on a problem.

Answered 9/4/2015

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A member asked:

Heavy bleeding, sticky & dark blood began 5 days after period ended. had cramps a few days before the bleeding began. on b.c. and sexually active.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ryan Phasouk answered

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