I just ended my period 8 days ago and I had sex for the first time 3 days ago. Today I had gone to the restroom and I was bleeding really bad! What does that mean?
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What does bleeding after sex mean?
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Last Updated: July 10, 2013
Without more information, the bleeding could be mid-cycle bleeding due to ovulation or a side effect of artificial contraception. However since you stated “I was bleeding really bad”, I would recommend that you see your doctor if you have not already done so for his evaluation. If you are a user of natural family planning, your chart will give you valuable information. In case you are not a user of NFP, you might want to look into the advantages this method can offer you to understand your menstrual health.
Winnie Neill
Winnie Neill
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Winnie Neill, CFCP
Winnie Neill, a Professional Member of CANFP, is a certified FertilityCare Practitioner, and taught NFP 23 years in the Sacramento region. She served on the Sacramento Diocese NFP Advisory Board, the American Academy of NFP Board and the CANFP Executive Board. She and her husband Bob have been married 63 years
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