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I was told that it is normal for a transvaginal ultrasound to cause light spotting, even two or three days after the procedure. why does this happen?

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Dr. Randall Bock answered

Think of dental work: Vaginal mucosal tissue is similar to that within your mouth -- so, think of what might happen after a dentist works. Occasionally there is some blood that you spit out. Probably there won't be any spotting, but there is the chance with a probe's manipulating against this soft tissue of a minor bleed.

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

Answered 2/1/2019

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A member asked:

I was told that it is normal for a transvaginal ultrasound to cause light spotting, even two or three days after the procedure. why does this happen?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Randall Bock answered

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

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