Patient's question:
Hello everyone, about a week ago, every time I urinated, there was blood in my vagina. At first, it was dark red, but later it turned bright red. The amount was not much, it wouldn't stain my underwear, but only when I wiped with paper. At first, I didn't pay much attention, thinking it was probably my period coming. But a few days ago, my friend said this could be a gynecological disease. This situation has lasted for about a week. Also, my monthly period hasn't come. Why is this? I don't know if any of you friends can help me explain this. Should I go to the hospital for a check-up? Thank you!!Doctor's answer:
The term "ovulation bleeding" is commonly heard. In Western medicine, it is called "ovulation bleeding," while in Traditional Chinese Medicine, it is referred to as "intermenstrual bleeding." This occurs due to a temporary decline in estrogen levels, causing the endometrium to partially shed without hormonal support, resulting in regular vaginal bleeding. The amount of bleeding is usually small, with some people experiencing only a small amount of brownish discharge. It typically lasts for half a day or 2 to 3 days, and in the worst case, it will not exceed 7 days. It may be accompanied by mild ovulation pain and lower back discomfort. If someone is measuring their basal body temperature, they may notice that this bleeding usually occurs during the transition from low to high basal body temperature. If the symptoms are mild, treatment may not be necessary. However, if the symptoms are significant and may affect fertility, treatment should be considered.