Changing periods
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| Thu, 06-05-2008 - 3:00pm |
Hi,
Since the birth of my second child (18 months) my periods were regular and normal. Starting about 8 months ago, I began having mid cycle cramping and spotting. Sometimes it was associated with ovulation, but other times it seemed more random. It seems to have gotten more noticeable over the past 8 months. In May, during my period I passed a huge clot/tissue piece. Except immediately after birth, I've never seen anything quite like that.
A few weeks ago I went for my annual exam and told the doc my symptoms. She seemed to brush me off. I also mentioned my family history of either cervical or uterine cancer. 2 women (aunt and great-grandma) died at 38. Since we weren't sure whether it was cervical or uterine, she would not consider it as a history (something I found suprising).
I had a pap and HPV test and I am currently awaiting the results. Now...after the exam...2 days later I began cramping and have now been bleeding for the past week. This is 2 weeks prior to when I should be getting my period.
Just curious if anyone has experienced anything like this...? Is it associated to having my baby 18 months ago? Should I worry about cancer? Or...is this completely normal...and annoying!
Thanks!

Hi there,
Did you breastfeed or pump breast milk for a few months after giving birth?