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A member asked:

I would like to know why i bleed during penetration? im very irregular in my periods and i used to take birth control to regulate it.

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

If this happens: Recurrently it should be evaluated by a gynecologist. That is not normal. Take care.

Dr Pappas and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 9/11/2013

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