Medically reviewed by Andrea L. Braden, MD Key Takeaways Spotting can happen due to stress, hormonal changes, or new birth ...

The process of pregnancy is full of surprises, and at times, your body sends signals that seem confusing or threatening. A light bleeding in the second trimester (weeks 13 to 28) can be considered one ...

Many women experience spotting and in most cases, it's nothing to worry about. For example, you might experience spotting before your period, during pregnancy or menopause. But spotting might also be ...

We understand how stressful bleeding during early pregnancy can be. We’re here to provide answers and peace of mind. Many people have light spotting to heavy bleeding and have a healthy pregnancy. Up ...

If you've ever gotten a surprise period or had multiple days of unexpected spotting, you're experiencing something called breakthrough bleeding. Many things can cause breakthrough bleeding, including ...

Spotting is a very light form of bleeding that occurs outside of your regular menstrual cycle. It can occur mid-cycle, before or after your period, or during menopause. It may even occur during ...

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 ...