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Bleeding After Sex

The common causes of bleeding after sex are injury due to friction, vaginal dryness, pelvic inflammatory disease, sexually transmitted diseases, polyps, cervical ectropion, endometriosis, cancers, and bleeding disorders.

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I have an ovarian cyst. Can it be ovarian cancer?

Query: Hello doctor, I am 29 years old and weigh 180 pounds. I am on Aspirin as a daily regimen. My question is, besides ovarian cancer, what could cause bloating, fatigue, distended abdomen, diarrhea, pain in the left leg, pain in both hips, and bleeding after sex with no pain? The bleeding after sex is j...  Read Full »


Dr. Balakrishnan R

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I do not see anything suggestive of ovarian cancer in the history provided. Let me explain as follows: 1. Your age - At this age group, ovarian cancer is rare- except for a few sex cord type and germ cell tumors of the ovary. But they do ...  Read Full »

How long will the bleeding continue after the hymen break?

Query: Hello doctor, Can you please give me answers to the following questions, please? After having sex for the first time, is there a way to speed up the cure and stop bleeding of the hymen? How should the bleeding part be cleaned and with what? How do I know that the hymen is totally restored or cured? ...  Read Full »


Dr. Mavani Jimesh Himatbhai

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The bleeding should stop on its own. Clean with only plain water. If bleeding continues for more than one or two days, then consult a nearby gynecologist, you may require some medicines or even a stitch to stop bleeding. Once defloration happens, then hymen cannot be int...  Read Full »

I am a 20-year-old female and have been experiencing heavy bleeding many days after unprotected sex. Is this due to pregnancy?

Query: Hello doctor, I am a 20-year-old female, and I am approximately 5 feet 9 inches tall and weigh around 125 pounds. I had unprotected sex, and he pulled out well before climaxing, three days after my period ended. We had unprotected sex again after two days, but we stopped before he ejaculated due t...  Read Full »


Dr. Garima Sawhney

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq, and thank you for choosing us as your provider for health care. I have gone through your history and understand your concerns. This bleeding may be caused by hormonal imbalance or a local injury. A pregnancy test may not show any results at the moment, but it could poten...  Read Full »

Why is there brown spotting with clots during periods?

Query: Hello doctor, I am having brown spotting with blood clots, and there is no pain or cramps. I had my periods in the first week of June. I had unprotected intercourse in the first week of October, but my partner did not ejaculate inside me. I again had intercourse (protected) and I had slight bleedin...  Read Full »


Dr. Sameer Kumar

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Considering the fact that your periods have been irregular since long and the interval is three to four months, then for sure, you should be evaluated for causes of oligomenorrhea like PCOD (polycystic ovary disease), hypothyroidism, and hyperprolactinemia. Also impo...  Read Full »

I get pain and bleeding after sex and pap smear shows CIN3. Kindly help.

Query: Hello doctor, I have a history of back pain and pain during intercourse as well as bleeding after. My pap smear came back CIN3. What can I expect?  Read Full »


Dr. Dattaprasad Balasaheb Inamdar

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It depends on practices prevalent in your country and the prevalence of cervical cancer in your locality. Normally we would do colposcopic directed cervical biopsies to rule out cervical cancer and act according to the report of biopsy. Some doctors may prefer removing ...  Read Full »

Why is blood coming out of my penis after touching the butt cheeks of a club dancer?

Query: Hi doctor, I recently went to the strip club had a couple of lap dances. My penis did not touch her vagina; only grinding was done. She was grinding hard, and the next day I had blood coming out of my penis. I knew it was sore. If my penis touches a few of her butt cheeks, am I at risk for any STD,...  Read Full »


Dr. Ashok Kumar

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concerns. Since you experienced bleeding the next day of strip club attendance, I feel intimate touch rather than no touch. At the same time, it is mentioned that it was sore, so the possibility of STDs (sexually transmitted infecti...  Read Full »

How to treat long-standing leucorrhea and heavy periods?

Query: Hello doctor, I have had leucorrhea for 17 years. After getting married, this issue has worsened. I have taken numerous antibiotics to treat leucorrhea, but over time, become more prolonged. Additionally, I have developed other health concerns. For the past year, I have been dealing with prolonged ...  Read Full »


Dr. Balakrishnan R

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Your problem has not been properly addressed, so it is getting worse day by day. Discharge before marriage is normal, as it is usually physiological secretions from the body of the uterus and cervix. But after marr...  Read Full »

I experienced light bleeding and cramps after protected sex. Why?

Query: Hello doctor, I had protected sex using a condom two weeks back and it was the day after ovulation but yesterday, I experienced light bleeding and very mild cramps. Could it be implantation bleeding? My last period lasted for four days in the second week of last month. My next period is due in about...  Read Full »


Dr. Chibitam Hope Obia

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. We value the high level of confidence that you have in us. I believe that you have developed a hormonal imbalance since the sexual activities were protected. The light bleeding and cramps may just be a result of the recent sexual activity. Could you please do a ho...  Read Full »

I develop red spots on the after sex or masturbation. Why?

Query: Hi doctor,After engaging in masturbation or sexual activity, I consistently notice two red dots appearing in the same spot. Could you please provide guidance on this matter?  Read Full »


Dr. Raveendran S R

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Upon reviewing the provided picture (attachments removed to protect the patient’s identity), if there has been unprotected sexual activity, it is crucial to consider the potential for a sexually transmitted infection. N...  Read Full »

I have an IUD and bleeding since I had sex a week ago. Why?

Query: Hello doctor,I have not had sex in over two years and recently got an IUD two months ago. I slept with someone a week ago and I have been bleeding since then. I do not have a burning sensation while peeing, it is not itchy, and there’s no fish smell and no discharge. Kindly suggest.  Read Full »


Dr. Vandana Andrews

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. it is possible that the bleeding you are experiencing is related to the recent insertion of an IUD (intrauterine device) two months ago. IUDs can cause spotting or light bleeding in the first few months after insertion as the body adjusts to ...  Read Full »

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