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What Causes Vaginal Bleeding During Intercourse?
Vaginal bleeding in pregnancy is bleeding coming through the vagina during pregnancy, for any reason.
Alternative Names
Pregnancy - vaginal bleeding; Maternal blood loss
Considerations
Up to 10% of women have vaginal bleeding at some time during their pregnancy, especially in the first 3 months (first trimester). Bleeding is even more common with twins.
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