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I finished my period a few days ago and stopped bc on the day i finished. been sexually active and now 6 days later am having heavy period.

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Dr. Carolyn Thompson answered

Not a period: If you are having heavy bleeding after sex, you should see your gyn to be evaluated.

Answered 1/22/2013

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A member asked:

I finished my period a few days ago and stopped bc on the day i finished. been sexually active and now 6 days later am having heavy period.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Carolyn Thompson answered

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