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I had a c-section 7 weeks ago. i'm still bleeding slightly. is this normal? how long does bleeding last?

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Dr. Chevies Newman answered

Not unusual: The inside, where the placenta was attached is still healing. That's likely it.

Dr Samuel agreed

Answered 1/7/2013

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A member asked:

I had a c-section 7 weeks ago. i'm still bleeding slightly. is this normal? how long does bleeding last?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Chevies Newman answered

Dr Samuel agreed

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