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	Vaginal bleeding - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Vaginal bleeding refers to bleeding in females that are either a physiologic response during the non-conceptional menstrual cycle or caused by hormonal or oganic problems of the reproductive system.
		Dysfunctional uterine bleeding is a common cause of menorrhagia and irregular bleeding.
		Bleeding in early pregnancy may be a sign of a threatened or incomplete miscarriage.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Vaginal_bleeding (599 words)

	Bleeding - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		This type of bleeding is characterized by spurts with each beat of the heart, is bright red in color (although blood darkens when it meets the air) and is usually severe and hard to control.
		Venous bleeding is characterized by a steady flow and the blood is dark, almost maroon in shade.
		The bleeding may be isolated to part of one hemisphere (lobar intracerebral hemorrhage) or it may occur in other brain structures, such as the thalamus, basal ganglia, pons, or cerebellum (deep intracerebral hemorrhage).
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Bleeding (1577 words)

	MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Bleeding esophageal varices
		Bleeding esophageal varices result from dilated veins in the walls of the lower part of the esophagus and sometimes the upper part of the stomach.
		Bleeding varices are a life-threatening complication of portal hypertension (increased blood pressure in the portal vein caused by liver disease).
		Bleeding esophageal varices are a serious complication of liver disease and carry a poor prognosis (probable outcome).
	www.nlm.nih.gov /medlineplus/ency/article/000268.htm (652 words)

	Smart Moms: Bleeding During Pregnancy
		If you have bleeding during pregnancy, you may need special care because you have a higher chance of going into labor too early (preterm labor) or having an infant who is born too small.
		Bleeding may be alarming, but it doesn't mean that miscarriage – the loss of a pregnancy in its early stages – is certain.
		Bleeding can also be serious and pose a threat to the health of the woman or the fetus.
	www.smartmoms.org /pregnancy/health/bleeding.htm (1166 words)

	GI Bleeding
		The incidence of bleeding in patients with known esophageal varices is approximately 10% to 15% per year, and in patients with large varices is 20% to 30% [D'Amico,1995].
		Gastrointestinal bleeding due to varices is typically brisk and associated with hemodynamic compromise, although sometimes patients with variceal bleeding present with melena and are hemodynamically stable.
		Bleeding is typically small volume and intermittent, with bright red blood on the surface of the stool, on the toilet paper and/or in the toilet bowl.
	www.uwgi.org /guidelines/ch_07/ch07txt.htm (9565 words)

	Bleeding in the Digestive Tract (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
		Bleeding in the digestive tract is a symptom of a disease rather than a disease itself.
		Bleeding can come from one or more of these areas, that is, from a small area such as an ulcer on the lining of the stomach or from a large surface such as an inflammation of the colon.
		A common source of bleeding from the upper digestive tract is ulcers in the duodenum (the upper small intestine).
	digestive.niddk.nih.gov /ddiseases/pubs/bleeding/index.htm (1839 words)

	First Aid: Bleeding
		Bleeding may be from an ARTERY, a major blood vessel which carries oxygen-rich blood from the heart throughout the body.
		ARTERIAL bleeding is characterized by spurts with each beat of the heart, is bright red in color (although blood darkens when it meets the air) and is usually severe and hard to control.
		VENUS bleeding is characterized by a steady flow and the blood is dark, almost maroon in shade.
	www.survival-center.com /firstaid/bleed.htm (521 words)

	Bleeding
		People who take blood-thinning medication or who have a bleeding disorder, such as hemophilia, may bleed excessively and quickly because their blood cannot clot properly.
		Abdominal wounds can be very serious because of the possibility of severe internal bleeding, which may not be obvious from looking at a person, but which may result in shock.
		Spontaneous bleeding is most commonly caused by problems with the gastrointestinal or urogenital tract.
	www.umm.edu /ency/article/000045.htm (569 words)

	Pregnancy, Bleeding
		Because bleeding during all phases of pregnancy may be dangerous, you should call your health care provider if you have any signs of vaginal bleeding during your pregnancy.
		Bleeding from the vagina after the 28th week of pregnancy is a true emergency.
		The bleeding can range from very mild to extremely brisk and may or may not be accompanied by abdominal pain.
	www.emedicinehealth.com /pregnancy_bleeding/article_em.htm (279 words)

	bleeding (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
		Bleeding in the digestive tract is a symptom of digestive problems rather than a disease itself.
		Bleeding can occur as the result of a number of different conditions, many of which are not life threatening.
		The most common source of bleeding from the upper digestive tract is ulcers in the duodenum (the upper small intestine).
	www.endo-world.com /bleeding.htm (1690 words)

	Vaginal bleeding in very early pregnancy -- Harville et al. 18 (9): 1944 -- Human Reproduction
		Bleeding is a common complication of pregnancy, with 10–15%
		Ananth, C.V. and Savitz, D.A. (1994) Vaginal bleeding and adverse reproductive outcomes: a meta-analysis.
		Speert, H. and Guttmacher, A. (1954) Frequency and significance of bleeding in early pregnancy.
	humrep.oxfordjournals.org /cgi/content/full/18/9/1944 (1820 words)

	Postmenopausal Bleeding Information on Healthline
		Postmenopausal bleeding is bleeding from the reproductive system that occurs six months or more after menstrual periods have stopped due to menopause.
		Bleeding from the vagina may occur because when estrogen secretion stops, the vagina dries out and can diminish (atrophy).
		Postmenopausal bleeding that is not due to cancer and cannot be controlled by any other treatment usually requires a hysterectomy.
	www.healthline.com /galecontent/postmenopausal-bleeding (1081 words)

	Bleeding time
		Bleeding time is a crude test of hemostasis (the arrest or stopping of bleeding).
		The bleeding time test is usually used on patients who have a history of prolonged bleeding after cuts, or who have a family history of bleeding disorders.
		Bleeding time is longer when the normal function of platelets is impaired, or there are a lower-than-normal number of platelets in the blood.
	www.healthatoz.com /healthatoz/Atoz/ency/bleeding_time.jsp (991 words)

	Rectal Bleeding
		It is, therefore, important that the specific cause of rectal bleeding be identified so appropriate treatment can be started and the problem corrected.
		Even though rectal bleeding may not be serious, an individual should never assume this to be the case.
		Frequently a bleeding lesion will be present beyond the reach of the sigmoidoscope.
	www.gicare.com /pated/ecdgs29.htm (875 words)

	Gastrointestinal bleeding (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
		Upper GI bleeding: The upper gastrointestinal (GI) tract is located between the mouth and outflow tract of the stomach.
		Lower GI bleeding: The lower GI tract is located from the outflow tract of the stomach to the anus (small and large bowel included).
		Gastrointestinal bleeding can range from microscopic bleeding (the amount of blood is so small that it can only be detected by laboratory testing) to massive bleeding (pure blood is passed).
	www.healthscout.com /ency/1/003133.html (326 words)

	Bleeding
		If you decide that the bleeding problem is not an emergency at this time, here are two things you can do on your own to control bleeding if it happens.
		When bleeding starts, it often flows from tiny capillaries that are very near the skin surface, such as from the nose or gums.
		If problems with bleeding are getting worse, review When to get professional help When calling, tell the doctor or nurse what was done to deal with bleeding and discuss what else could be done.
	www.hmc.psu.edu /hematology/homeguide/bleeding.htm (1726 words)

	Vaginal spotting or bleeding during pregnancy
		Spotting is very light bleeding, similar to what you may have at the very beginning or end of your period.
		The bleeding is very light, lasting only a day or two, and only a minority of pregnant women have this kind of spotting at all.
		Placental problems or premature labor In the second or third trimester, bleeding or spotting can be a sign of a serious condition such as placenta previa, placental abruption (in which the placenta separates from the uterus), a late miscarriage (between 13 weeks and midpregnancy), or premature labor (between midpregnancy and 37 weeks).
	www.babycenter.com /refcap/pregnancy/prenatalhealth/3081.html (1090 words)

	Vaginal Bleeding
		It's important to understand exactly what is causing the bleeding and where it's coming from (uterus, vagina, or some other organ or tissue) and to make decisions about how to control or stop the bleeding.
		When bleeding is not caused by your menstrual cycle, it is called abnormal or dysfunctional uterine bleeding.
		The diagnosis of dysfunctional uterine bleeding is a diagnosis of exclusion, which means that all other causes for the bleeding (including trauma, lesions, or diseases) have been looked for and determined not to be the cause of the bleeding.
	www.emedicinehealth.com /vaginal_bleeding/article_em.htm (430 words)

	NBC5.com - Health Encyclopedia - Cirrhosis (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
		This often has many complications, including accumulation of fluid in the abdomen (ascites), bleeding disorders (coagulopathy), increased pressure in the blood vessels of the liver (portal hypertension), and confusion or a change in the level of consciousness (hepatic encephalopathy).
		Common causes of chronic liver disease in the US include hepatitis C ?infection and long-term alcohol abuse ?(see Alcoholic liver disease).
		Bleeding varices are treated by upper endoscopy with banding or sclerosis.
	www.nbc5.com /encyclopedia/6859732/detail.html (744 words)

	What are some of the causes of first trimester bleeding? at StorkNet's Pregnancy Cubby
		Vaginal bleeding bleeding in pregnancy at any time is a significant event, and you should inform your OBGYN if you experience vaginal bleeding of any kind.
		Increased bleeding, passage of clots, and the presence of worsening lower abdominal cramps are signs of impending miscarriage, and must be reported to your OBGYN immediately.
		In summary, vaginal bleeding in the early stages of pregnancy is a fairly common event.
	www.storknet.com /cubbies/pregnancy/exrg2.htm (731 words)

	Abnormal Vaginal Bleeding
		Heavy vaginal bleeding or bleeding that occurs before 12 weeks may indicate a serious problem, including an ectopic pregnancy or miscarriage.
		Heavy vaginal bleeding or bleeding that occurs after 12 weeks also may indicate a serious problem, such as placenta previa.
		Heavy bleeding during the first few weeks after delivery (postpartum) or after an abortion may occur because the uterus has not contracted to the prepregnancy size or because fetal tissue remains in the uterus (retained products of conception).
	www.peacehealth.org /kbase/topic/symptom/abvbd/overview.htm (481 words)

	What is a Bleeding Disorder?
		Bleeding disorders is a general term for a wide range of medical problems that lead to poor blood clotting and continuous bleeding.
		Some bleeding disorders are present at birth and are caused by rare inherited disorders.
		Congenital bleeding disorders are very rare, and with the exception of hemophilia and von Willebrand disease, education about them has not been a priority of the medical community.
	www.hemophilia.org /NHFWeb/MainPgs/MainNHF.aspx?menuid=2&contentid=5 (516 words)

	BLEEDING DISORDERS (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
		In people with bleeding disorders, the blood platelets or clotting factors do not work correctly or are in short supply.
		Bleeding disorders tend to run in families and can be especially hard to spot in women.
		Research shows that bleeding disorders are the cause of heavy periods for about 1 in 5 women.
	www.4woman.gov /faq/bleed.htm (1290 words)

	BLEEDING (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
		If the bleeding is from the ear, place a clean bandage over the ear, lay the victim on his side, and allow the blood to drain out through the bandage.
		Internal bleeding results when blood vessels rupture, allowing blood to leak into body cavities.
		It could be a result of a direct blow to the body, a fracture, a sprain, or a bleeding ulcer.
	expage.com /page/bleeding (400 words)

	purevolume™ \| Bleeding Through
		The pain, frustration, and despair of the preyed upon and forgotten have been fashioned into a sharpened point on Bleeding Through's landmark new album, "The Truth." Skeletons come forth from the closet, secrets are revealed, and broken promises arise from dirtied earth.
		From the studio to the stage to the places they call home in Orange County, the clubs they came up in, and their favorite hangouts, in a long-form behind-the-scenes documentary comprised of interviews with all six members, former bandmates, friends and fans.
		Wolves Among Sheep provides "The Truth" about Bleeding Through and how they rose from their humble OC hardcore beginnings to share stages with AFI, on Ozzfest and MTV2's "Headbanger's Ball" tour.
	www.purevolume.com /bleedingthrough (469 words)

	Bleeding During Pregnancy
		Sometimes bleeding may become serious and pose a risk to mother and fetus.
		If there is vaginal bleeding early in pregnancy, a doctor will perform a pelvic exam.
		Special care may be needed if there is bleeding since there is a higher chance of going into labor too early (preterm labor) or having an infant who is born too small.
	ww2.kgw.com /global/story.asp?s=1230135 (200 words)

	Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding -- Topic Overview
		In most cases, dysfunctional uterine bleeding is related to changes in hormone levels.
		Dysfunctional uterine bleeding is not bleeding caused by medical conditions such as miscarriage, uterine growths such as fibroids, cancer of the cervix or uterus, or blood diseases.
		If you are having vaginal bleeding, your health professional must rule out these other conditions before diagnosing you with dysfunctional uterine bleeding.
	www.webmd.com /hw/abnormal_uterine_bleeding/aa79065.asp (159 words)

	Bleeding after sex
		There was no bleeding the first time we had sex, it only started happening after the second time.
		Another possible cause of bleeding between periods could be a hormone imbalance.
		Sometimes, bleeding after sex is due to a cervical polyp - a fragile, fleshy growth that can protrude through the cervical opening on a stalk.
	www.ivillage.co.uk /health/experts/askdoctor/qas/0,,181171_629008,00.html (336 words)

	Roleplayer #9: Bleeding
		Similarly, a character stops bleeding after three consecutive normal successes on the bleeding HT roll.
		Once bleeding has been halted, the character administering first aid may spend thirty minutes to treat the victim for shock.
		Thus, no bleeding rolls are made for this type of wound.
	www.sjgames.com /gurps/Roleplayer/Roleplayer9/Bleeding_Damage.html (1391 words)

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