Will my second period be red?
No, not always. It’s normal for period blood to be brown as well as red. Our periods are as individual as we are. Blood flow isn’t exactly the same every time we have a period, especially for the first couple of years following menarche.
What can cause Seeing period twice a month?
An underactive or overactive thyroid gland can cause your period to come twice in one month. “The thyroid gland is regulated by hormones produced and regulated in the same area of the brain – the pituitary and hypothalamus – as the hormones that control menstruation and ovulation,” explains Dr Dweck.
Is it normal to have spotting twice?
Vaginal bleeding between your periods is not unusual, but should be checked by your doctor if it happens more than once or twice. You should also go to your doctor if you bleed after sex.
Is bright red blood healthy?
You may see bright red blood on your heaviest days. This doesn’t mean that all changes in color are normal. If you see a shade that’s unfamiliar or gray — especially if you have other symptoms — there’s no harm in making an appointment to get checked out.
What does bright red period mean?
Bright red blood indicates fresh blood and a steady flow. A period may start with bright red bleeding and darken towards the end of the period.
Can you bleed like a period in early pregnancy?
Spotting or bleeding may occur shortly after conception, this is known as an implantation bleed. It is caused by the fertilised egg embedding itself in the lining of the womb. This bleeding is often mistaken for a period, and it may occur around the time your period is due.
Can I be pregnant after 3 periods?
You’re most fertile at the time of ovulation (when an egg is released from your ovaries), which usually occurs 12 to 14 days before your next period starts. This is the time of the month when you’re most likely to get pregnant. It’s unlikely that you’ll get pregnant just after your period, although it can happen.
