In an ideal world, women would bleed out of their vaginas on a totally predictable schedule. (Well, okay, not really, but you know what we mean—in a more ideal world.) In reality, though, spotting and ...

Placenta previa occurs when the placenta implants over the lower uterine segment, causing painless, recurrent vaginal bleeding. Risk factors include maternal age, prior cesarean, uterine scars and ...

Bleeding between periods can have a range of causes, including hormonal changes and injury. If the blood flow is light, healthcare professionals may call it ‘spotting.’ Bleeding between periods refers ...

I have an extensive calendar tracking my period's coming and going. I know exactly when it'll show up, when it'll leave, and how long it'll last — but sometimes, even with the most regular period in ...

Internal bleeding, or hemorrhaging, is bleeding that occurs when blood vessels become damaged inside the body. Depending on the severity and location, it can lead to weakness and dizziness, low blood ...

Occasional vaginal or anal spotting usually isn’t cause for concern. Penile bleeding, however, usually occurs from an underlying injury or infection. Light bleeding during sexual activity often occurs ...