Is it normal to have a little spotting after sex?
By Attia @ Planned Parenthood | April 29, 2020, 4:37 p.m.
Category: Ask the Experts, Sex and relationships
I recently had sex and experienced a small amount of spotting afterward, even though I wasn't a virgin and I'm not on my period. Can this happen if I hadn't had sex for several months or is it something I should be concerned about?
A few different things can cause light bleeding (spotting) after sex. Sometimes sex can cause skin irritation and even bleeding in your vagina if it’s stretched a lot for the first time in a while, if your vagina isn’t lubricated (wet) enough, or if it’s irritated because of an allergy or yeast infection.
Spotting after sex can also be a sign of an STD like chlamydia or gonorrhea. So it’s a good idea to talk with your doctor or nurse, like the ones at your nearest Planned Parenthood health center, to find out what’s going on and see if you should get tested for STDs.
