Bleeding between periods?

I am 30 years old. I am married (monogamous), last pap was normal and no STDs. For the past year or so I have had brown spotting about 1 week after my period, but the last couple of months, I am spotting bright red (fresh) blood. I am very concerned about this and I know I should see a doctor, but wanted to know if anyone else has experienced this. Could it be ovarian cancer? Could I be having symptoms of early menopause? I am slightly overweight and wondered if that could have any effect on my periods. Thanks in advance for your help. Serious answers only please.

Bleeding between periods?
it could be hormones, an imbalance in them.also jurt a possiblity could you be pregnant,you can still have a period and be pregnant.my suggestion to you is see your gyno asap or go to er to find out whats going on dont wait for answers here not that this isnt a good place but somethings just require a dr and asap.good luck and take care
Reply:it could be a few things, but ovarian cancer is unlikely. that doesn't usually present with bleeding. you're young for endometrial cancer (essentially uterine), but spotting can be a symptom of that. you could also have a fibroid that's causing unusual bleeding. if you're on birth control and not taking the pills at the same time each day or regularly, then that can cause bleeding as well. as you said, you should see you doctor. that's the only way to definitely determine what's going on.
Reply:I've had that problem for years, some months it's worse than others due to stress, other than that I am not too worried about it anymore because i've had it for so long. I had a leap procedure 4 years ago and that didn't help so I just didn't go back to the doc, I know I should but everytime I go they just leave me in more pain.





I wouldn't worry about it if your pap was normal.
Reply:It can be signs of peri-menopause, Don't be concerned.Just make plans to talk to your doc about it. I've had it happen too. Women's bodies are changing all during their lives so everything does vary some. Relax!
Reply:Normal menstrual flow lasts about 4 days, produces a total blood loss of 30 to 80 ml (about 2 to 8 tablespoons), and occurs normally every 28 days (plus or minus 7 days).





Vaginal bleeding may be something to worry about for women over age 50 (postmenopausal). The risk of malignancy increases with age.





Make sure that bleeding is coming from the vagina and is not from the rectum or in the urine. Inserting a tampon into the vagina will confirm the vagina, cervix, or uterus as the source of bleeding.





A careful exam by your health care provider is frequently the best way to sort out the source of the bleeding. This exam can be accomplished even while you are bleeding. Do not delay getting an exam just because you are currently bleeding.





Common Causes Return to top





Uterine fibroids or polyps


Injury or disease of the vaginal opening (caused by intercourse, infection, polyp, genital warts, ulcer, or varicose veins)


Vaginal injury from insertion of foreign objects, from malignancy, or from infection


Dry vaginal walls resulting from lack of estrogen after menopause


Pregnancy complicated by abortion (spontaneous or induced)


Ectopic pregnancy


Fluctuation in hormone levels


Stopping and starting birth control pills or estrogens


Low thyroid function


IUD use (may cause occasional spotting)


Drugs such as anticoagulants


Cervical conization or cauterization procedures


Stress


Home Care Return to top





Immediately contact a health care provider if bleeding is very heavy.





The number of pads or tampons used over time should be recorded (so that the amount of bleeding can be determined).





Because aspirin may prolong bleeding, it should be avoided if possible.
Reply:Nothing to worry . There are so many causes to bleed between the periods, Consult the doctor and get the treatment.