1. Causes bleeding a few days after sex
1.1. Vaginal dryness Vaginal dryness is a common sign of the genitals during or near menopause or in women who have had their ovaries removed.
When a woman enters menopause, especially when her period has stopped, the body produces less estrogen, lower estrogen levels cause the body to produce less vaginal lubricant , which in turn can cause dryness or inflammation of the vagina. Lower estrogen levels also reduce vaginal elasticity. Vaginal tissues become more sensitive, with less blood, and more prone to vaginal tearing and irritation.
In addition, vaginal dryness can be caused by many other causes such as breastfeeding, after giving birth, women having their ovaries removed, using some medicines to treat diseases including cold and flu medicines, anti-inflammatory drugs. asthma, some antidepressants and anti-estrogens, cancer drugs, douching deep into the vagina, using feminine hygiene products, and being in contact with laundry detergents and swimming pools…
When you have vaginal dryness, when you have sex, it can cause the vagina to become inflamed and dry, leading to pain, discomfort and bleeding a few days after sex.
1.2. Cervical ectropion Caused by an infected cervical gland. Inflammation develops outside of the cervix, when having sex, it will scratch the cervix leading to vaginal bleeding.
The cause of bleeding a few days after sex is because softer cells, called glandular cells, are not as strong as other cells and tend to secrete mucus faster and cause bleeding more blood.1.3. Vaginal tearing During sex or rough sex, your vagina may have cuts and lacerations that can cause bleeding a few days after sex. This is more likely to happen if women are preparing for menopause, breastfeeding or other factors with vaginal dryness.
1.4. Vaginal infections Cervical irritation or infection are common causes of postpartum bleeding. It is caused by sexually transmitted diseases such as Chlamydia, gonorrhea or Trichomonas, and other infections such as bacterial vaginosis or yeast infections.
The above infections can cause irritation, itching, dryness of the vulva and vagina, which can lead to vaginal discharge or bleeding a few days after sex.
1.5. Cervical polyps Cervical polyps are usually located on the cervix or the lining of the uterus. When polyps in the uterus move, they irritate the surrounding tissue and lead to bleeding from small blood vessels.
Sex can promote the movement of polyps and thus lead to bleeding a few days after sex.1.6. Precancerous or cancerous cells of the cervix Unusual vaginal bleeding, including bleeding a few days after sex, can be a common sign of some serious medical problem. , is a common symptom of cancer of the uterus or vagina.
Vaginal bleeding is the first characteristic symptom for many women with cervical cancer. Bleeding after menopause can also be a warning sign of uterine cancer.
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05/05/2025 09:06
