Patient's question:
I am 26 years old. I had a uterine curettage after an induced abortion 37 days ago. Today, I have some bleeding downstairs. I don't know if it's my period or just bleeding. The day before this, I had sexual intercourse. I want to ask how to determine if the bleeding is after the curettage or if it's my period.Doctor's answer:
I'm glad to help clarify this for you. To distinguish between normal menstruation and abnormal uterine bleeding, it's primarily about the timing and amount of bleeding. If you've had a miscarriage and have been experiencing light, intermittent bleeding, and then suddenly have heavier bleeding, it could be abnormal uterine bleeding. If there was no bleeding before this period, based on the timing, it might be the start of your menstrual period. It's recommended to wait and see carefully—if the bleeding stops within a week, it could be your period. Currently, due to the heavy bleeding, it's best to avoid excessive physical activity.