A 44-year-old member asked:
why is there irregular bleeding in perimenopause?
2 doctor answers • 10 doctors weighed in
Dr. Michael Traubanswered
Fertility Medicine 19 years experience
Hormonal changes: Around menopause, some of the hormones in a woman's body which normally vary in a very predictable way start to change. The fluctuations are not as normal, and sometimes may not even occur. Ovaries produce less estrogen and the brain senses certain changes and tries to compensate. This in turn can affect bleeding patterns. Bleeding can be closer together, farther apart, heavier or even lighter.
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Dr. Gregory LaMorteanswered
Periodontics 42 years experience
Hormones: Hormonal changes can cause those symptoms, but you should see a doctor for an evaluation, .
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A 29-year-old member asked:
Should I be concerned about a few days of consecutive bleeding in third month of pregnancy?
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Dr. Jeff Livingstonanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 22 years experience
Yes. Need to see doc: Bleeding in early pregnancy is common affecting almost half of pregnancies but it needs to be evaluate for infection, placenta problems and possible miscarriage.
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A 32-year-old member asked:
What causes bleeding in the third trimester?
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Dr. Deya Dafashyanswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Multiple: Placental abruption, placenta previa , local lesions and unidentified cause, are the commonest reason behind bleeding in the third trimester.
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A 37-year-old member asked:
What causes bleeding in the 2nd and 3rd trimesters of pregnancy?
2 doctor answers • 2 doctors weighed in
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Several: It may simply be from the cervix being eroded. However sometimes premature opening of the cervix can cause bleeding. Also placental problems such as a the placenta separating too soon or the placenta being over the cervix can do it.
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A member asked:
What can cause vaginal bleeding?
2 doctor answers • 6 doctors weighed in
Dr. Alan Greeneanswered
Pediatrics 34 years experience
Mother's hormones: When babies are first born, they have been growing in the presence of their mother's female hormones. After birth, the withdrawal of these hormones may cause a little bit of vaginal spotting for a few days, which is entirely normal.
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A 34-year-old member asked:
How do doctors check for irregular periods?
3 doctor answers • 5 doctors weighed in
Dr. PAUL EUNanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 38 years experience
Testing: Irregular periods are either due to hormonal problems or anatomical problems. Your doctor can order appropriate tests to figure out your problem and correct the condition. Tests can include blood work and ultrasound.
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