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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Vaginal bleeding | |||
| image = [[File:Sonohysterography.gif|left|thumb|Sonohysterography showing uterine cavity]] | |||
| caption = Sonohysterography showing uterine cavity | |||
| field = [[Gynecology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Bleeding]] from the [[vagina]] | |||
| complications = [[Anemia]], [[hypovolemic shock]] | |||
| onset = Any age, varies by cause | |||
| duration = Varies by cause | |||
| causes = [[Menstruation]], [[pregnancy complications]], [[hormonal imbalance]], [[uterine fibroids]], [[cancer]] | |||
| risks = [[Pregnancy]], [[menopause]], [[hormonal therapy]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Pelvic examination]], [[ultrasound]], [[blood tests]] | |||
| differential = [[Menorrhagia]], [[metrorrhagia]], [[dysfunctional uterine bleeding]] | |||
| treatment = Depends on cause; may include [[medication]], [[surgery]] | |||
| medication = [[Hormonal therapy]], [[tranexamic acid]], [[NSAIDs]] | |||
| frequency = Common | |||
| deaths = Rare, unless due to severe underlying condition | |||
}} | |||
'''Vaginal bleeding''' is a medical condition characterized by bleeding from the [[vagina]]. It can occur at various stages of a woman's life and can be a normal physiological process or an indication of an underlying medical condition. | |||
==Causes== | ==Causes== | ||
Vaginal bleeding can be caused by a variety of factors, including: | Vaginal bleeding can be caused by a variety of factors, including: | ||
* [[Menstruation]]: The most common cause of vaginal bleeding in women of reproductive age. | * [[Menstruation]]: The most common cause of vaginal bleeding in women of reproductive age. | ||
* [[Pregnancy]]: Bleeding can occur during pregnancy due to implantation, miscarriage, or other complications. | * [[Pregnancy]]: Bleeding can occur during pregnancy due to implantation, miscarriage, or other complications. | ||
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* [[Medications]]: Certain medications, including [[anticoagulants]] and [[hormonal contraceptives]], can cause bleeding. | * [[Medications]]: Certain medications, including [[anticoagulants]] and [[hormonal contraceptives]], can cause bleeding. | ||
* [[Cancer]]: [[Cervical cancer]], [[endometrial cancer]], or other gynecological cancers. | * [[Cancer]]: [[Cervical cancer]], [[endometrial cancer]], or other gynecological cancers. | ||
==Diagnosis== | ==Diagnosis== | ||
The diagnosis of vaginal bleeding involves a thorough medical history and physical examination. Diagnostic tests may include: | The diagnosis of vaginal bleeding involves a thorough medical history and physical examination. Diagnostic tests may include: | ||
* [[Pelvic examination]] | * [[Pelvic examination]] | ||
* [[Pap smear]] | * [[Pap smear]] | ||
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* [[Blood tests]] | * [[Blood tests]] | ||
* [[Endometrial biopsy]] | * [[Endometrial biopsy]] | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
Treatment for vaginal bleeding depends on the underlying cause. Options may include: | Treatment for vaginal bleeding depends on the underlying cause. Options may include: | ||
* [[Hormonal therapy]] | * [[Hormonal therapy]] | ||
* [[Antibiotics]] for infections | * [[Antibiotics]] for infections | ||
* [[Surgical procedures]] for structural abnormalities or cancer | * [[Surgical procedures]] for structural abnormalities or cancer | ||
* [[Lifestyle changes]] and management of underlying conditions | * [[Lifestyle changes]] and management of underlying conditions | ||
==When to Seek Medical Attention== | ==When to Seek Medical Attention== | ||
It is important to seek medical attention if vaginal bleeding is: | It is important to seek medical attention if vaginal bleeding is: | ||
* Heavy or prolonged | * Heavy or prolonged | ||
* Accompanied by severe pain | * Accompanied by severe pain | ||
* Occurring during pregnancy | * Occurring during pregnancy | ||
* Associated with other symptoms such as fever or unusual discharge | * Associated with other symptoms such as fever or unusual discharge | ||
==See Also== | ==See Also== | ||
* [[Menstrual cycle]] | * [[Menstrual cycle]] | ||
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* [[Menorrhagia]] | * [[Menorrhagia]] | ||
* [[Metrorrhagia]] | * [[Metrorrhagia]] | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
{{Reflist}} | {{Reflist}} | ||
==External Links== | ==External Links== | ||
{{Commons category|Vaginal bleeding}} | {{Commons category|Vaginal bleeding}} | ||
[[Category:Gynecology]] | [[Category:Gynecology]] | ||
[[Category:Symptoms and signs: Female reproductive system]] | [[Category:Symptoms and signs: Female reproductive system]] | ||
[[Category:Women's health]] | [[Category:Women's health]] | ||
{{medicine-stub}} | {{medicine-stub}} | ||
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| Vaginal bleeding | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Bleeding from the vagina |
| Complications | Anemia, hypovolemic shock |
| Onset | Any age, varies by cause |
| Duration | Varies by cause |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Menstruation, pregnancy complications, hormonal imbalance, uterine fibroids, cancer |
| Risks | Pregnancy, menopause, hormonal therapy |
| Diagnosis | Pelvic examination, ultrasound, blood tests |
| Differential diagnosis | Menorrhagia, metrorrhagia, dysfunctional uterine bleeding |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Depends on cause; may include medication, surgery |
| Medication | Hormonal therapy, tranexamic acid, NSAIDs |
| Prognosis | N/A |
| Frequency | Common |
| Deaths | Rare, unless due to severe underlying condition |
Vaginal bleeding is a medical condition characterized by bleeding from the vagina. It can occur at various stages of a woman's life and can be a normal physiological process or an indication of an underlying medical condition.
Causes[edit]
Vaginal bleeding can be caused by a variety of factors, including:
- Menstruation: The most common cause of vaginal bleeding in women of reproductive age.
- Pregnancy: Bleeding can occur during pregnancy due to implantation, miscarriage, or other complications.
- Hormonal imbalances: Conditions such as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) or thyroid disorders can cause irregular bleeding.
- Infections: Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) or other infections of the reproductive tract.
- Trauma: Injury to the vaginal area.
- Medications: Certain medications, including anticoagulants and hormonal contraceptives, can cause bleeding.
- Cancer: Cervical cancer, endometrial cancer, or other gynecological cancers.
Diagnosis[edit]
The diagnosis of vaginal bleeding involves a thorough medical history and physical examination. Diagnostic tests may include:
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for vaginal bleeding depends on the underlying cause. Options may include:
- Hormonal therapy
- Antibiotics for infections
- Surgical procedures for structural abnormalities or cancer
- Lifestyle changes and management of underlying conditions
When to Seek Medical Attention[edit]
It is important to seek medical attention if vaginal bleeding is:
- Heavy or prolonged
- Accompanied by severe pain
- Occurring during pregnancy
- Associated with other symptoms such as fever or unusual discharge
See Also[edit]
References[edit]
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External Links[edit]
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