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It's day 13 of my first post partum period and still very heavy flow. is this normal or should i see a doctor( i am on birth control pills)?

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Uterine "purge": The uterus is emptying everything from the pregnancy out a this time. That includes blood, debris, and gestation tissue remnants. The bleeding should eventually slow down in 1 to 2 weeks. If it is bright red, call your OB now and make an appointment as the bleeding may be due to retained placental tissue.

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Answered 12/8/2016

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