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Brownish Discharge While Having Intercourse. Had A Vaginal Childbirth. Is It Normal?

Hello Doctor. I gave birth vaginally exactly 3 months ago. i had no tears or stitching; my doctor said i was all good at my 6 week checkup. Ever since then every time i have intercourse i start having this brown discharge and even mild cramping. It doesnt come out heavy like a period but its more than spotting for sure. This lasts for a day and then its gone. Is this normal?? Three months after delivery to still "bleed" after intercourse?
posted on Mon, 27 May 2013
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Hello and welcome to HCM.

Thank you for your query.

Yes, it is still considered normal to bleed 3 months after vaginal delivery, although not very common.

In practice, we come across wide variations. Some women bleed with or without sexual penetration for 2-5 days, some continue bleeding even without intercourse for 2-3 months. As you have been experiencing a bleed only after intercourse, it is normal for now. This bleed is as your body is still adjusting to the change, and trying to return back to normal. Do not worry.

But, I would still advise you to visit your doctor and keep him/her in the loop. Go in for regular follow ups with your doctor for at least 6 months post-partum. I am sure this is normal, but it is better to be safe than sorry.

I hope I have succeeded in providing the information you were looking for. Please feel free to write back to me for any further clarifications. I would gladly help you.

Best wishes.
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Brownish Discharge While Having Intercourse. Had A Vaginal Childbirth. Is It Normal?

Hello and welcome to HCM. Thank you for your query. Yes, it is still considered normal to bleed 3 months after vaginal delivery, although not very common. In practice, we come across wide variations. Some women bleed with or without sexual penetration for 2-5 days, some continue bleeding even without intercourse for 2-3 months. As you have been experiencing a bleed only after intercourse, it is normal for now. This bleed is as your body is still adjusting to the change, and trying to return back to normal. Do not worry. But, I would still advise you to visit your doctor and keep him/her in the loop. Go in for regular follow ups with your doctor for at least 6 months post-partum. I am sure this is normal, but it is better to be safe than sorry. I hope I have succeeded in providing the information you were looking for. Please feel free to write back to me for any further clarifications. I would gladly help you. Best wishes.