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Spotting in Girls and Women – Meaning and Causes

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Menses, the bleeding seen as part of menstruation, is a normal occurrence for girls who have reached puberty and women within their reproductive years. However, there are times when vaginal bleeding occurs and it is not related to menstruation. Naturally it is a case for concern but this does not always mean that it is due to any serious medical problem. Nevertheless, it is always advisable to be cautious. What is spotting? Spotting is a common term used to describe small amounts of vaginal bleeding between periods. This is also known as intermenstrual bleeding. It can also occur in pregnancy when periods are not expected to occur, any bleeding after menopause, before reaching puberty as well as bleeding after intercourse. Spotting can sometimes be mistaken for urinary tract and even rectal bleeding. Although spotting refers to an abnormal or unexpected vaginal bleed, the quantity of the blood is also a factor. Usually spotting denotes a few drops of blood or small amounts that does not correlate with a regular menstrual bleed. Sometimes spotting may not be a cause for any concern. It occurs one time and may not recur thereafter. However, at other times spotting can be a symptom of [...]

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