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Are Menstrual Cramps And Prolonged Bleeding Normal After Child Birth?
I gave birth to my daughter almost 4 weeks ago and have started the past couple of days with uncomfortable and moderately painful menstrual like pains. I am soley breast feeding and my bleeding came to a complete stop almost 2 weeks ago, only to have returned lightly what could this be? Should I be worried?
Mon, 25 Jul 2016
It can happen some time that the periods are heavy and painful after childbirth. This could be your first normal menstrual cycle after delivery since it is 4 weeks after. you should wait and see, if bleeding does not stop with in a week , you visit your gynecologist.
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Yes, it is common to have heavy painful first period after chidbirth. Give some more time and wll watch what kind of bleeding pattern you will have.
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