What causes vaginal bleeding after sex?

There are many reasons for vaginal bleeding after sex. Generally speaking, there will be no bleeding during sex, but there are exceptions. Vaginal bleeding is more common. Of course, some are caused by damage during sexual intercourse, and other aspects are signs. After this happens, you must seek medical attention in time, go to the local gynecological hospital, conduct a comprehensive examination, find out the cause, and treat it according to the doctor's treatment plan. Let me talk about the specific reasons.

1) Cervical cancer bleeding: Cervical cancer accounts for more than half of female genital malignancies. Its early symptoms are: a small amount of vaginal bleeding after sexual intercourse, which is bright red, painless, and does not mix with the semen flowing out of the vagina, accompanied by an increase in leucorrhea with a slightly fishy odor.

(2) Bleeding from sexually transmitted diseases: Some sexually transmitted diseases can also cause vaginal bleeding during sexual intercourse. In this case, it is recommended to go to a specialist hospital for examination in a timely manner. After the cause is identified, symptomatic treatment is given.

(3) Injury bleeding: It is when the female vagina is damaged and bleeding during sexual intercourse, which may be caused by improper posture or excessive force.

(4) Bleeding from cervical polyps: Cervical polyps are caused by chronic inflammation, which causes local hyperplasia of the cervical mucosa and gradually protrudes toward the external os. It is bright red, soft and fragile, rich in blood vessels, and can be easily scratched by the penis during sexual intercourse, causing a small amount of bright red bleeding.

(5) Bleeding from the urethral caruncle: The urethral caruncle is a benign polyp-like tissue that grows at the female urethral opening. It is bright red in color, brittle and soft in texture, and will bleed with the slightest touch. In addition to the causes of vaginal bleeding after sexual intercourse introduced above, there are many other reasons for bleeding after sexual intercourse. It is recommended that patients go to the hospital for treatment in time to avoid the disease causing greater harm to you.

After this situation occurs, the patient must maintain a good attitude, be positive and optimistic, face it bravely, and actively cooperate with the doctor's treatment. Of course, you must also pay attention to diet and work and rest. In terms of diet, you must avoid spicy food, eat more foods and fruits that reduce heat, and also eat some blood-enriching foods. You must ensure your sleep quality and sleep time every day, keep a regular work and rest schedule, adjust your endocrine system, and move towards health step by step.