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I have startes to bleed heavily, red blood, 5 weeks postpartum and i am exclusively breastfeeding. should this be a concern?
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Call your OBGYN: bleeding should be much less after 10 days. mild spotting out to 6 weeks. If this heavy bleeding has just started recently,this is not normal. be safe and call your doctor.
Answered 4/10/2020
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Postpartum bleeding: 28 year old who complained of bleeding that started 5 weeks postpartum. Most postpartum bleeding can last few days to 70 days after delivery and usually decreasing in severity and color{red to clear}. After 35 days postpartum, it is likely that it is the resumption of your menses. Please note that if you are not on any contraceptive while breastfeeding, it will be prudent to rule out pregnancy.
Answered 4/17/2020
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