Vaginal bleeding
Vaginal bleeding can happen at times other than during your periods. Find out what to do if you have heavy periods or unexpected vaginal bleeding.
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Bleeding after menopause
Bleeding after menopause should always be checked out by a doctor. Learn about possible causes of postmenopausal bleeding and what to do next.
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Rectal bleeding
Rectal bleeding should be investigated by a health professional. You can learn more about the symptoms and causes of rectal bleeding here.
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Bleeding between periods
Vaginal bleeding between periods is not unusual, but should be checked by your doctor if it happens more than once.
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Bleeding gums and dental bleeding
Bleeding from your gums or any other type of dental bleeding can be caused by a dental procedure, an injury or gum disease. Find out what to do.
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Von Willebrand disease
People with von Willebrand disease have trouble controlling their bleeding because a blood clotting factor is either absent, low or defective.
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Haemophilia
Haemophilia stops blood from clotting properly, causing abnormal bleeding. It’s best managed by a multidisciplinary team of health professionals.
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Thrombocytopenia
Learn about thrombocytopenia (also spelt thrombocytopaenia) — low levels of platelets in your blood, which can cause bleeding problems.
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Women don't need to 'put up' with heavy periods
Heavy menstrual bleeding affects 1 in 4 Australian women, but treatment is available. There's no need to suffer in silence.
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Gingivitis
Good oral hygiene helps prevent problems such as bleeding gums, gingivitis and bad breath. Learn more about the signs and treatment of gingivitis.
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