However, the first day of the cycle is always considered to be the first day of active bright red bleeding and flow Therefore, premenstrual spotting is always considered part of the previous cycle (see figure) Ovulation Spotting Some women notice spotting, light bleeding, or red, pink or brown bloodtinged discharge around ovulationSigns of menorrhagia include Soaking 1 or more tampons or pads every hour for many consecutive hours Doubling up on pads Changing pads or tampons during the night Longlasting menstrual periods (longer than 7 days) Blood clots the size of a quarter or larger However, any menstrual blood flow more than seven days is considered abnormal Period blood flow more than seven days is prolonged and requires urgent treatment Long periods, in women of reproductive age, can prevent pregnancy or
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