Abnormal Vaginal Bleeding
When To See a Doctor
You have answered Yes to:
Have you had abnormal vaginal bleeding after a hysterectomy, during perimenopause, or after menopause?
See significance of bleeding after a hysterectomy, during perimenopause, or after menopause if you need information to help you answer the questions below.
Review health risks that may increase the seriousness of your symptoms.
Note: Some light bleeding or spotting is expected for up to 6 weeks following a hysterectomy. If your vaginal bleeding is heavier or different than what you were told to expect, call your doctor to discuss the problem.
Call your health professional immediately if you answer "Yes" to the following question.
Yes Do you have severe vaginal bleeding, but you do not have signs of shock?
Call your health professional today if you answer "Yes" to the following question.
Yes Do you have moderate vaginal bleeding, but you do not have signs of shock?
You need an appointment within the next 1 to 2 weeks if you answer "Yes" to any of the following questions.
Yes Have you had moderate vaginal bleeding that has stopped?
Yes Have you not had a period for 3 months, but you now have spotting or mild vaginal bleeding?
Yes Have your last three or more periods been heavier or lasted longer than what is normal for you?
Yes Have you had irregular bleeding for more than 3 cycles?
If you have answered "No" to the above questions, go back to Check Your Symptoms and continue to answer the questions to evaluate your symptoms.
| Author: | Jan Nissl, RN, BS | Last Updated: July 11, 2007 |
| Medical Review: | Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine Kirtly Jones, MD - Obstetrics and Gynecology | |
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