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Vaginal bleeding is any expulsion of blood from the vagina. This bleeding may originate from the uterus, vaginal wall, or cervix. [1] Generally, it is either part of a normal menstrual cycle or is caused by hormonal or other problems of the reproductive system, such as abnormal uterine bleeding. Regular monthly vaginal bleeding during the ...
Intermenstrual bleeding. Intermenstrual bleeding (IMB) is vaginal bleeding at irregular intervals between expected menstrual periods. [1] It may be associated with bleeding with sexual intercourse. [2] In some women, menstrual spotting between periods occurs as a normal and harmless part of ovulation. Some women experience acute mid-cycle ...
Contents. Abnormal uterine bleeding. Abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB), also known as atypical vaginal bleeding (AVB), is vaginal bleeding from the uterus that is abnormally frequent, lasts excessively long, is heavier than normal, or is irregular. [ 1 ][ 3 ] The term dysfunctional uterine bleeding was used when no underlying cause was present. [ 3 ]
Menstrual disorder. A menstrual disorder is characterized as any abnormal condition with regards to a woman's menstrual cycle. There are many different types of menstrual disorders that vary with signs and symptoms, including pain during menstruation, heavy bleeding, or absence of menstruation. Normal variations can occur in menstrual patterns ...
Gynecologic hemorrhage represents excessive bleeding of the female reproductive system. [ 1][ 2] Such bleeding could be visible or external, namely bleeding from the vagina, or it could be internal into the pelvic cavity or form a hematoma. Normal menstruation is not considered a gynecologic hemorrhage, as it is not excessive.
Postcoital bleeding (PCB) is non- menstrual vaginal bleeding that occurs during or after sexual intercourse. [1] Though some causes are with associated pain, it is typically painless and frequently associated with intermenstrual bleeding. [2][3] The bleeding can be from the uterus, cervix, vagina and other tissue or organs located near the ...
An endometrial polyp or uterine polyp is a mass in the inner lining of the uterus. [1] They may have a large flat base (sessile) or be attached to the uterus by an elongated pedicle (pedunculated). [2][3] Pedunculated polyps are more common than sessile ones. [4] They range in size from a few millimeters to several centimeters. [3]
Menopause, also known as the climacteric, is the time when menstrual periods permanently stop, marking the end of reproduction. [ 1 ][ 6 ] It typically occurs between the ages of 45 and 55, although the exact timing can vary. [ 7 ] Menopause is usually a natural change. [ 3 ]