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A member asked:

Is it normal to have a bloody discharge 5 days post tlh? how concerning is it when the discharge has a foul odor?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Could be : Remember there is a scar and healing at the back of the vagina. The odor is concerning. Schedule follow up and ask for testing for bacterial vaginosis.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Dr. Travis McCoy answered

Specializes in Fertility Medicine

Maybe: You can sometimes have some spotting after a tlh. However, i would recommend that you discuss this with your gyn soon.

Dr Abdullah agreed

Answered 11/25/2016

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