What does it mean when your bleeding but not on your period?
Women's bleeding problems Monthly bleeding is a normal function in women. This bleeding comes from the uterus ( womb ), which periodically discharges portions of its lining. The regularity and the amount of the bleeding are controlled by many factors, but predominately by the ovaries and pituitary gland. Clots can be part of the regular menstrual flow. Menstruation usually stops in the late forties or early fifties. Normally there is no bleeding between periods and with sexual contact. Many women have premenstrual tension and abdominal cramps with menstruation. Constipation and the character of the stool evacuation are not related to the function of the uterus. A white or mucoid vaginal discharge is often a symptom of a vaginal infection. The dribbling of urine with coughing or straining is indicative of relaxation and stretching of the supportive muscles in this area. Excessive bleeding can be part of an emotional strain and can be due to hormone imbalance, to tumors, or t...