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Smithfield, VA
A 20-year-old female asked:

Bleeding less than two weeks before period. i just had my period two weeks ago too. i masturbated but didn't orgasm. ?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston
Obstetrics and Gynecology 24 years experience
Irregular periods: Irregular periods are one of the most common problems obgyns treat. If this is one time problem it usually resolves on its own. If this is a recurring problem you should be evaluated. Infections ; hormonal changes can cause spotting. There are many options available to help regulate the menstrual cycle. Schedule a visit. Masturbation did not cause this problem
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Salt Lake City, UT
A 21-year-old female asked:

I just had my period about a week ago and now i'm bleeding again why could this be?

2 doctor answers2 doctors weighed in
Dr. Jeff Livingston
Obstetrics and Gynecology 24 years experience
Irregular periods: Irregular periods are one of the most common problems obgyns treat. If this is one time problem it usually resolves on its own. If this is a recurring problem you should be evaluated. Infections ; hormonal changes can cause spotting. If there is a concern for pregnancy then do a home pregnancy test . There are many options available to help regulate the menstrual cycle. Schedule a visit.
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Buena Park, CA
A 31-year-old female asked:

I just had my period one week ago and now I am bleeding again. Why is that?

1 doctor answer3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Scott Gulinson
Obstetrics and Gynecology 24 years experience
Abnormal bleeding: Is this a new problem or have you been having abnormal bleeding for a few months time now? This could be related to any of a number of issues such as polyps, fibroids, ovulation problems, infection, etc. You should be seen by an obgyn physician near you for a full exam, pap smear, cultures and possibly an ultrasound or blood work.
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A 29-year-old female asked:
I am female 30 years old. I am bleeding after orgasm specially when I am masturbating the bleed not heavy just a spotting blood. Could i concern ?
Dr. Marc Hirsch
Family Medicine 54 years experience
Check up: If you're spotting vaginally have it checked by a gynecologist. Spotting is not necessarily reflective of something bad, but it should be investigated... Read More
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A 25-year-old female asked:
Could masturbation contribute to the start of a period? Does your cervix (or any area) contract when orgasming that could possibly cause this?
Dr. James Lin
A Verified Doctoranswered
Urology 53 years experience
Here are some ...: Period would not be initiated by orgasmic contraction from climax of masturbation. If having vaginal spotting after masturbation, it's still a good id... Read More
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A 16-year-old female asked:
I am a virgin, and every time I masturbate there is a LOT of blood during and afterwards. Whether I have an orgasm or not. More blood than my period.
Dr. Jeff Livingston
Obstetrics and Gynecology 24 years experience
Irregular bleeding: Irregular bleeding is one of the most common problems obgyns treat. If this is one time problem it usually resolves on its own. If this is a recurring... Read More
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A 17-year-old female asked:
Vaginal bleeding after masturbation, no penetration. Only happens after orgasm. A lot of fresh blood and stops after a while. What's the problem?
Dr. Clarene Cress
Specializes in Pediatrics
Orgasm bleeding: is not typical but is reported. With orgasm, there are spasms of the vagina and uterus, and if the uterus is engorged, esp midcycle, it can cause spot... Read More
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A 28-year-old female asked:
Can having orgasm in masturbation cause miscarriage? If yes, does the miscarriage bleeding and cramping start immediately after orgasm?
Dr. Birendra Tandan
Urology 36 years experience
No, orgasm does not cause miscarriage
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