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Had sex last month on 28th day of my cycle(14th Oct), I usually have a very regular cycle ranging between 24 to max 40 days, Started noticing pinkish brownish spotting from the day after sex, which turned into a proper flow from 17th oct, that was my period date, but the flow was comparatively less as from my normal period, lasted 3 days, covered 2 pads on day 1, and one pad each on the other 2 days, it was bright red tho, but my periods usually last for 4-5 days and are a heavier, plus i am approaching my period date of this month so i am actually tensed, please guide!
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Dr. Ankita Gahlot
Obstetrician
12 yrs exp
Bangalore
A lighter, shorter bleed than your usual period, especially after unprotected sex earlier that cycle, can sometimes be implantation spotting rather than a true period. It can also just be a one-off lighter cycle from stress or a hormonal dip, which happens to most women occasionally.
Next Steps
Take a home urine pregnancy test now with first morning urine, and repeat it in a few days if your period for this month doesn't show up as expected.
Health Tips
Please see a gynaecologist if you get pelvic pain, unusually heavy bleeding, or if your cycles stay irregular for another month.
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