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What Could Cause Short,dark Spotting Menstrual Bleed?

I am trying to conceive. I had a miscarriage in August and my first 2 periods were heavy which is very normal for me. I have always had regular heavy periods. My last 3 periods have been very short and just spotting of dark old blood. What could cause this?
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Hi,

The possible causes of short menstrual period with less blood flow are:
- Hormonal changes due to lifestyle modifications like changes in food habits, sleep disturbances, weight changes, PCOD (Poly Cystic Ovary Disease) etc.
- General conditions like anemia, elevated blood sugar levels, thyroid disorders, fluctuations in serum prolactin levels etc.
- If you have undergone dilation and curettage during abortion, there is rare possibility of endometritis, asherman syndrome etc, which can affect the menstrual flow.

If problem persists, better to consult your gynecologist once, get examined and go for investigations like ultrasound, hemoglobin levels, blood sugar levels, thyroid profile, serum prolactin levels. With this workup the possible cause of your problem can be identified and treatment can be taken accordingly.

Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Sree Gouri S. R., OBGYN
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What Could Cause Short,dark Spotting Menstrual Bleed?

Hi, The possible causes of short menstrual period with less blood flow are: - Hormonal changes due to lifestyle modifications like changes in food habits, sleep disturbances, weight changes, PCOD (Poly Cystic Ovary Disease) etc. - General conditions like anemia, elevated blood sugar levels, thyroid disorders, fluctuations in serum prolactin levels etc. - If you have undergone dilation and curettage during abortion, there is rare possibility of endometritis, asherman syndrome etc, which can affect the menstrual flow. If problem persists, better to consult your gynecologist once, get examined and go for investigations like ultrasound, hemoglobin levels, blood sugar levels, thyroid profile, serum prolactin levels. With this workup the possible cause of your problem can be identified and treatment can be taken accordingly. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Sree Gouri S. R., OBGYN