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2 Apr 2024

Blood loss after sexual intercourse

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Blood loss after sexual intercourse
Sexual intercourse is a natural and healthy part of many couples' lives, even during pregnancy. However, it's not uncommon for some women to experience blood loss after sexual activity while pregnant.
Understanding the causes and when to seek medical advice can help you navigate this situation with confidence and peace of mind!
Causes of Blood Loss
  1. Cervical Changes: Increased blood flow to the cervix during pregnancy can make it more sensitive and prone to bleeding, especially after sexual intercourse.
  2. Cervical Polyps: These small, harmless growths on the cervix can sometimes cause bleeding during or after sexual activity.
  3. Vaginal Dryness: Hormonal changes can lead to vaginal dryness, which can cause minor tears or irritation during intercourse, resulting in blood loss.
  4. Infections or Irritation: Infections or inflammation in the vaginal or cervical area can lead to blood loss after sexual intercourse.
When to Seek Medical Advice
While occasional spotting or light bleeding after sexual activity can be normal, it's essential to be aware of certain signs that may indicate a need for medical attention:
  1. Heavy Bleeding: If you experience heavy bleeding, where you need to change your sanitary pad frequently or the bleeding persists for an extended period, contact your healthcare provider.
  2. Severe Pain: If you have intense abdominal pain or cramping along with the blood loss, it's important to seek medical advice.
  3. Foul Odor or Discharge: If you notice a strong, unpleasant odor or abnormal discharge along with the bleeding, it may be a sign of an infection and requires medical attention.
Managing Blood Loss and Promoting Comfort
If you experience blood loss after sexual intercourse during pregnancy, here are some tips to manage the situation and promote your comfort:
  1. Rest and Monitor: After noticing blood loss, take some time to rest and monitor the situation. In many cases, the bleeding resolves on its own without any further complications.
  2. Avoid Sexual Intercourse: If you notice bleeding after sexual activity, it may be helpful to abstain from intercourse for a few days until the bleeding subsides. This can allow time for any minor irritations to heal.
  3. Maintain Good Hygiene: Keep your genital area clean and dry to minimize the risk of infection. Avoid using scented products, such as soaps or sprays, as they can further irritate the delicate tissues.
  4. Communicate with Your Healthcare Provider: If you're concerned about the blood loss or have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out to your healthcare provider.
By staying informed and seeking appropriate care, you can navigate blood loss after sexual intercourse during pregnancy with confidence and peace of mind.
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Veronica
16 Jan 2024

Is it normal to bleed after intercourse? I don’t ever remember light bleeding with my other 2 babies. Should I call my DR? I seen a tiny blood tissue clot and some light bleeding when I wiped.

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Zaaay
As long as yu not bleeding like a period . Yu should be okay. This happened to me before and then shortly after i started bleeding heavy and had to go to the hospital. Light bleeding is fine but if yu still second guess yourself it’s okay too go get checked out to be ona safe side.
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Veronica
Thanks girl I just wanna make sure it’s ok I have a dr appointment on Thursday because we in a ice storm rn but if it gets bad imma just go in and see for mg peace of mind!!
27 Mar 2024

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Shay
26 Nov 2023

Is it normal to bleed just a little after Intercourse & for your vagina to hurt after ? I’m 24weeks

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Crystal
If to ruff you need to be careful I heard can cause miscarriages but don’t know but if it stop’s probably you just irritated your cervix since there very sensitive why pregnant
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Shalonda
Yes it’s normal….
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Emma
19 Oct 2023

I had intercourse and after I started bleeding blood clots and bright red blood. Does this mean possible miscarriage??

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Keeley 🫶🏽
a few days ago i did the same thing and woke up to blood , no clots though . i went to the ER and pretty much got put on bed rest cause my body started to threaten a miscarriage and one of the things they were stern about was no more sex and rest your pelvic area
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Angelique Monà
7 Aug 2023

Woke up in puddle of blood after  intercourse went too hospital contraction was 4 min a part dialed 2 cm they finally got them too stop 8 weeks left still a lot of back pain and baby faced head down 😢😢😢😢😢 I’m so scared 😭😭😭

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Josie
You’re okay love i had my son at 35 weeks and he is 3 now❤️ Gods got you leave it to Him❤️
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Angelique Monà
They got them too stop but I know I’m not going too last till October she’s already on edge when I found out I was 3 months but I was smoking marijuana and I think it cause low birth weight due too sickle cell trate she’s 2.12 I need her too Again sum more
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Breonna
30 Jul 2023

New mom here. May be TMI but just after having rough intercourse with my boyfriend I went to pee after and there was blood. No cramping, no clots. It was bright red. Is this normal?.. #scary #blood

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Kirst
Your cervix are sensitive due to pregnancy so yes.
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Rachel
Can be normal after intercourse but keep an eye on it. Not gonna lie, my obs are probably so sick of me cause if I’m concerned, they’re contacted haha. Breathe and try not to stress :)
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Boss baby mom
27 Jul 2023

WORRIED!! I have a serious question!! Have any women experienced blood during an act of sexual intercourse during the first trimester , but Afterwards there was no more bleeding!!!!!! And has a healthy child today? Or Has any moms experienced blood in the first trimester for one day and has a healthy baby today??? #worried #bleeding #firsttrimester

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Heather
Bleeding during sex is common it happened to me with my oldest son who is alive and well today I was just told that at any point I was to start bleeding from sex to not have sex again until I stopped I've completely stopped bleeding
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Crystal Hicks
I had spotting after sex during my first trimester. I also had very heavy bleeding during my first trimester caused from placental abruption. My son is now almost 17 and very healthy.
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Sthecie
23 Jul 2023

This might be a little tmi but anyone else spot like light pink bleeding after sexual intercourse if so have you spoken to doctor about it and what have they said? It scares me every time it happens but it always goes away in like the same hour

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Stephanie
Yes I experience the same exact thing now! I was told it’s normal because your blood flow increases. I do have an appointment this week so I’m def going to be asking him lol! If you find out let me know😭
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Sthecie
Thank you for replying! I will definitely let you know when I find out
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Leslie
1 May 2023

Hey everyone I’m 6 weeks & wanted to know if light bleeding after intercourse is normal?

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Kathryne
I've been told it is common but if it doesn't stop or worsens to call your doctor😊
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Mary
my ob told me that when i went the other day
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Janethe
9 Mar 2023

I’m about 12 weeks and after intercourse I had light blood and 2 days later I have brown discharge ! Anyone has this before

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mykaela
I haven’t but I’m 14 weeks, you should definitely get in touch with your obgyn just to make sure everything is fine
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Samara
Yes light blood is normal because your cervix is swollen with blood when pregnant. The brown discharge is probably the old blood mixed with your normal discharge. All very normal
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Saira
15 Sep 2022

A couple days ago I had a little Pink blood after having intercourse could that be a possibility of implantation bleeding? My period Date is supposed to be the 24th

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Arlyn
I think it could be a few other things like light lascerations due to contact, or a period residue, or other stuff.. well, I would avoid intercourse when I know I *might* be already pregnant, just to not disturb the peace going on inside. 😆 Love to you ♥️
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