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Im 5 weeks postpartum and i have been bleeding heavy. i soaked through a pad overnight i just want to know if that is normal?

Q: im 5 weeks postpartum and i have been bleeding heavy. i soaked through a pad overnight i just want to know if that is normal?

: "Five weeks post partum" bleeding may be secondary to retained placental tissue, or even the start of a menstrual period if you are not on birth control pills. See your OBGYN physician for guidance as more information is needed to answer completely.

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"Five weeks post partum" bleeding may be secondary to retained placental tissue, or even the start of a menstrual period if you are not on birth control pills. See your OBGYN physician for guidance as more information is needed to answer completely.

Answered 7/18/2023

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A member asked:

Im 5 weeks postpartum and i have been bleeding heavy. i soaked through a pad overnight i just want to know if that is normal?

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