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I had spotting in between my menstrual cycles. the spotting lasted 3 days. should it be considered as another menstrual cycle?

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Dr. Victor Beshay answered

Specializes in Fertility Medicine

No. need evaluation.: Spotting is not considered another menstrual cycle. It should be evaluated however by your gynecologist as it may be related to either hormonal abnormalities or a problem within the uterus. It should not be ignored.

Answered 3/10/2013

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A member asked:

I had spotting in between my menstrual cycles. the spotting lasted 3 days. should it be considered as another menstrual cycle?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Victor Beshay answered

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