A member asked:

I had my baby 4 weeks ago, bleeding had been light but now it has come back today and is dark red and have also passed a few blood clotts. should i be worried

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

"Retained": placenta may be your issue...Call your OB-GYN to "touch base" with him/her! This will probably pass but if the bleeding increases /continues you may require procedure to remove this tissue.....DO NOT BE WORRIED but let your OB share the situation with you! Hope this helps Dr Z

Answered 9/2/2017

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Contact OB: This is something you need to consult with the OB who delivered the baby. One would expect the uterus and vagina area to have mostly but not completely healed after 4 weeks. Don't wait.

Answered 9/4/2017

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Dr. answered

Yes: If it continues, there is a concern for retained products of conception or an infection. See your doctor immediately if you have pain or fever.

Answered 9/10/2017

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