Patient's question:
Doctor, good afternoon! I have had sexual intercourse with my husband four times during my menstrual period. The first time, while I was having sex with my husband, I felt blood coming out from below, so we stopped immediately. But at that moment, a lot of menstrual blood suddenly flowed out. After that, we didn't have sex anymore. The second, third, and fourth times were when I thought my period was completely over, but after each time, when I used toilet paper, there was a little light red blood streak coming out from below. Then, two days later, I had a short period again. Doctor, please tell me, will I get any disease from this? Is it serious? Thank you for your reply! I am not having sex during my period anymore.Doctor's answer:
Post-coital bleeding refers to vaginal bleeding after sexual intercourse. The amount of bleeding is often minimal, accompanied by discomfort, and sometimes it may just be a few streaks of blood mixed with vaginal discharge, medically known as contact bleeding. This type of bleeding often indicates the presence of certain medical conditions. Common conditions associated with post-coital bleeding include cervical erosion, cervical polyps, cervical canal inflammation, submucosal uterine fibroids, and vaginitis. The most severe condition is cervical cancer, especially in its early stages, where contact bleeding may be the only symptom. Therefore, if you experience post-coital bleeding, it is important to seek medical attention promptly to detect any underlying conditions early. Pay attention to personal hygiene for both you and your sexual partner, maintain a relaxed lifestyle, and avoid excessive stress.