- Find
What Causes Bleeding In The Vagina?
Bleeding refers to the loss of blood. Bleeding can happen inside the body (internally) or outside the body (externally). It may occur:
- Inside the body when blood leaks from blood vessels or organs
- Outside the body when blood flows through a natural opening (such as the
vagina , mouth, or rectum) - Outside the body when blood moves through a break in the skin
Alternative Names
Blood loss; Open injury bleeding
Considerations
Always seek emergency assistance for severe bleeding, and if internal...
Read moreMore information on "What Causes Bleeding In The Vagina?"
From Our Experts
Bumps on the Vagina: How to know if it is Serious
Maybe you are shaving or showering and you feel a bump down there. You have probably always been taught that any sort of lump under the... Read more »
Bleeding in Between Periods: What does it mean?
Your period is not expected for weeks but you find that you are spotting or bleeding. It is a normal reaction to worry. What could this... Read more »
Implantation Bleeding: Questions and Answers
Implantation bleeding is thought to occur when a fertilized egg attaches itself to the uterine lining. This happens sometime around 10 to... Read more »
Bleeding from the Penis: What Can Cause It?
Dear Dr. Motola, I underwent brachytherapy and HDR treatments for advanced prostate cancer 16 months ago. This past week I've been... Read more »
First Trimester Bleeding does not always Predict Miscarriage
Early pregnancy can be a very special time for many women. You begin to daydream of what it will be like to hold your baby. You might... Read more »
From Our Sources
Vaginal bleeding between periods
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
This article discusses vaginal bleeding that occurs between a woman's monthly menstrual periods. Such bleeding may be called "intermenstrual... Read more »
Vaginal bleeding in pregnancy
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Vaginal bleeding in pregnancy is bleeding coming through the vagina during pregnancy, for any reason.Alternative NamesPregnancy - vaginal bleeding;... Read more »
Cervical Cancer Symptoms
Cervical cancer is the third largest type of cancer in women worldwide, but is less widespread in the United States due to the use of routine Pap... Read more »
Dysfunctional uterine bleeding (DUB)
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Dysfunctional uterine bleeding (DUB) is abnormal bleeding from the vagina that is due to changes in hormone levels.Alternative NamesAnovulatory... Read more »
Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
Your doctor will ask about your medical history and about symptoms that might suggest a cause for the irregular bleeding or other hormonal... Read more »
Images
12 Cheap Date Ideas 
10 Natural Ways to Boost Testosterone 
8 Sexual Health Symptoms Women Shouldn’t Ignore 
7 Causes of Low Testosterone Featuring Content From:
- About Us |
- Contact Us |
- Privacy Policy |
- Terms of Use |
- Security Policy |
- Advertising Policy |
- Advertise With Us
By using this service, you accept our Terms of Use. Please read them. The consumer health information on is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions. You should promptly seek professional medical care if you have any concern about your health, and you should always consult your physician before starting a fitness regimen. Copyright © 2013 Remedy Health Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
