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Would you say it is still normal to bleed after the 6 weeks postpartum?

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Dr. Wayne Ingram answered

Sometimes: It depends on how much endometrium and other material was present post partum. If the bleeding is still bright red call your OB for assessment.

Dr Placik agreed

Answered 6/10/2014

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A member asked:

Would you say it is still normal to bleed after the 6 weeks postpartum?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Wayne Ingram answered

Dr Placik agreed

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