Spotting Between Periods
Spotting between periods is light bleeding that occurs outside of your normal period. It can happen for many reasons, most of which are benign, but persistent spotting should be investigated.
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What causes it
Common causes include ovulation spotting, hormonal fluctuations, starting or stopping birth control, implantation bleeding, cervical irritation, or in some cases underlying conditions like fibroids or polyps.
How to track it
Note when spotting occurs in your cycle (cycle day number), how heavy it is, colour, and any accompanying symptoms like pain or discharge. This information is very useful for your doctor.
When to see a doctor
See a doctor if spotting is persistent across multiple cycles, heavy, accompanied by pain, occurs after sex, or if you are postmenopausal.
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