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Q: Vaginal bleeding after a hysterectomy

asked by: DoctorQuestion on September 24th, 2008

After surgery for removal of womb inclusive of ovaries this month September 2nd, I still continue to have bleeding. Dark pink thick. The report regarding the removed items is not still available.

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Dr. Nikola Gjuzelov , MD

replied on September 25th, 2008

Hysterectomy Answer A4749

Diagnosis that has been suggested: surgery,hysterectomy done.
Current medical status: bleeding continues. after treatment for infection, still bleeding continues
Current medical treatment: hormone therapy,vitamins

You didn't tell me why exactly your womb was removed!

You shouldn't bleed from the vagina 20 days after the hysterectomy so you should consult the gynecologist who operated you as soon as possible.

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