To anyone who spots prior to AF....help

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Registered: 04-02-2003
To anyone who spots prior to AF....help
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Sun, 09-21-2003 - 2:16pm
I generally do spot a few days (usually like 2 or 3) but this month I've been spotting since Sept. 16th...light pink and the last 2 days it's been slightly more light red - AF not due till Tuesday (I think?) so my question is for anyone who spots is: how long is spotting "normal" and how you can you tell the difference between normal spotting and possible implantation? How long is either typically supposed to last????????

Confused and getting pissy/antsy for AF to either get here or not!!!!!! :-P

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Registered: 07-09-2003
Sun, 09-21-2003 - 2:45pm
I can't share any implantation bleeding stories with you, but I normally spot for a few days before AF arrives.

2-3 days of spotting before AF can be completely normal. More days than that may be a sign of sub-optimal luteal function. Just be sure to keep an eye on it over a few cycles; the extra spotting might be a one-time thing, but if it happens every cycle you may need to talk to your Dr. about your luteal phase.

Good luck to you!

Tami

TTC#1 CC2 CD19 5DPO

Tami
Mommy to Anna 7.7.04 & Ben 11.19.06