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Is it possible to have my period 3 1/2 weeks postpartum? my bleeding stopped about a week ago except occasionally discharge with a pink tint sometimes and this morning when i woke up i started having red bleeding again.

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Dr. Ralph Boling answered

This is : unlikely to be a new period, delayed postpartum bleeding can be normal, or sign of a problem, such as infection. Getting an exam with your doctor is best course to follow.

Answered 12/17/2019

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A member asked:

Is it possible to have my period 3 1/2 weeks postpartum? my bleeding stopped about a week ago except occasionally discharge with a pink tint sometimes and this morning when i woke up i started having red bleeding again.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ralph Boling answered

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