Abnormal vaginal bleeding
Bleeding between periods
If you're experiencing heavy or unexpected periods, our gynaecology experts may be able to help
What is abnormal vaginal bleeding?
Need to know
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What are the causes of abnormal vaginal bleeding? icon plus
Abnormal vaginal bleeding can be caused by a number of things, including:
- vaginal dryness brought on by menopause
- vaginal injury as a result of sex
- an inflamed or infected cervix
- STIs like chlamydia and gonorrhoea
- non-cancerous tumours
- hormonal changes brought on by a thyroid problem
- stopping or starting birth control pills
- taking an emergency contraceptive pill
- a recent abortion
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Making a diagnosis icon plus
Your GP or consultant will discuss your symptoms with you and help to make a diagnosis. They may carry out a physical examination of your vaginal wall and birth canal. If necessary, they may take samples to test for STIs, or recommend other tests.
These tests may include a pregnancy test, thyroid blood test, abdomen ultrasound or an endometrial biopsy.
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Potential treatment options icon plus
If your GP or consultant are able to find a cause for your symptoms, they'll discuss your treatment options with you.
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