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I gave birth via c section 7 weeks ago, i continued to bleed for about 5 weeks and stopped for a day or two, it the looked like my period started for about a week. now after 1 week i am bleeding again. is this normal?

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Dr. Yvette Kratzberg answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

No, not normal: Consistent bleeding after a C section is not normal. Talk to your OB Dr. They will want to see you and examine you and determine if there is some problem.

Answered 9/22/2020

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A member asked:

I gave birth via c section 7 weeks ago, i continued to bleed for about 5 weeks and stopped for a day or two, it the looked like my period started for about a week. now after 1 week i am bleeding again. is this normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Yvette Kratzberg answered

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