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Periods once in 20 days
Hello doctor, I delivered 2nd baby on 4th feb 2022 via c sec . I had post partum bleeding for almost 60 days. Scans were normal. Now I am having regular periods once in 20 days. I had a period on 9th May, then 30th May and now Again I am having brown discharge which will be followed by bleeding in couple of days. Minimal bleeding lasts for 5 to 8 days.
I am exclusively breastfeeding the baby now. For the first 2 months it was mixed feeds. After my first baby, I had not got periods for 1 year but this time m getting periods regularly
I do have PCOD, my hb, thyroid levels are normal..
What could be the reason?
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It can happen during lactation.
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Irregularities in menses are common during lactation due to the hormonal changes. If this bothers you, take progesterone only pills like Cerazette. They will give you contraception benefit also.
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Irregular periods are quite common while you're breastfeeding. If you're having very heavy bleeding then you might need an iron supplement. Keep a check on your menstrual pattern for 2 to 3 months. If the problem still persists then connect for an online consultation
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If you are sexually active during this period without protection then there are chances of pregnancy as you are mixed feeding and u hving ur periods.. kindly rule out pregnancy first. Then visit a doctor
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Dr. Vijaya Gupta
Gynecologist
21 yrs exp
Chandigarh
U need to connect with the ultrasound report
Bleeding more than 7 days n bleeding before 21 days is not normal needs to be investigated n treated
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