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  1. See a doctor if you notice:
    • Vaginal discharge that is pink or brown, possibly containing small amounts of blood
    See a doctor immediately if you notice:
    • Heavy vaginal bleeding
    • Irregular light bleeding
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    Overview

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    Bleeding or spotting from the vagina after the menopause.

    Common Causes

    Vaginal bleeding after menopause is not always related to an underlying condition. It may be caused by:

    • Physical injury to the vaginal canal
    • Certain medicines like tamoxifen
    • Hormone replacement therapy
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    Specialist

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    Primary care physician: Specializes in the acute and chronic illnesses and provides preventive care and health.

    Gynecologist: Specializes in the health of the female reproductive systems and breasts.

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  1. Why is it possible to have a period after menopause?

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    Dr. Anet VargheseDoctor of Medicine (MBBS) · 1 years of exp

    Bleeding after menopause is known as post menopausal bleeding, which can be alarming. The causes for post menopausal bleeding can be endometrial or vaginal atrophy (lining of the uterus or vagina becomes thin and dry), hormone replacement therapy (HRT) (estrogen and progesterone supplements that decrease some menopausal symptoms). Uterine cancer or endometrial cancer (cancer in the lining of the uterus). Endometrial hyperplasia (the lining of the... Read more

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