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What Causes Consistent Clotty Vaginal Discharge And Bleeding?
Question: My cousin who is 52 just passed a 4 inch by 8 inch blood clot from her vagina, followed by heavy bleeding. She has been having periods that actually look like bloody cottage cheese. What is this a symptom of? she is in the emergency room now, but they are making her wait and wait....the bleeding is not stopping!
Brief Answer:
Ultrasound scan required
Detailed Answer:
Hi
I read your query and I understand your concerns about your cousin having continuous heavy bleeding.
The possible reasons for this bleeding could be
1) fibroid uterus.
2) Polyp in the uterus.
3) Endometrial hyperplasia.
An ultrasound scan is required to diagnose the exact cause. The doctors are likely to perform an ultrasound scan and then give treatment advice accordingly.
You don't be afraid as none of these are life threatening conditions and her bleeding will stop with regular medicines till diagnosis is made for advice. Her present bleeding will not endanger her life and you stay relaxed.
Let me know ultrasound report once it is done
Ultrasound scan required
Detailed Answer:
Hi
I read your query and I understand your concerns about your cousin having continuous heavy bleeding.
The possible reasons for this bleeding could be
1) fibroid uterus.
2) Polyp in the uterus.
3) Endometrial hyperplasia.
An ultrasound scan is required to diagnose the exact cause. The doctors are likely to perform an ultrasound scan and then give treatment advice accordingly.
You don't be afraid as none of these are life threatening conditions and her bleeding will stop with regular medicines till diagnosis is made for advice. Her present bleeding will not endanger her life and you stay relaxed.
Let me know ultrasound report once it is done
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