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Immediately after my period ends, i spot for about a week. this happens every cycle. what would cause this follicular phase spotting?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

A few things: Endometrial polyps, cervical polyps, submucosal fibroids, infections and hormonal fluctuations are a few of the many possible causes. An obgyn evaluation will be needed to narrow down the causes

Dr Ingram and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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A member asked:

Immediately after my period ends, i spot for about a week. this happens every cycle. what would cause this follicular phase spotting?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Dr Ingram and another doctor agreed

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