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What Causes Vaginal Bleeding And Soreness After Intercourse Post Hysterectomy?

hello, i had a total hysterectomy at the beginning of december 16. this is the end of january and during intercourse, i believe an internal stitch has popped. i have some light bleeding and a little soreness. is this something to be expected, or should i be more concerned.
Fri, 17 Feb 2017
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Dear Ms, after hysterectomy there is a wound at the top of the vagina . this wound take time to heal but because you cannot see it you are unable to follow up its healing . intercourse after hysterectomy is contraindicated until full healing of this wound occur to prevent its infection or reopeneing causing bleeding
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What Causes Vaginal Bleeding And Soreness After Intercourse Post Hysterectomy?

Dear Ms, after hysterectomy there is a wound at the top of the vagina . this wound take time to heal but because you cannot see it you are unable to follow up its healing . intercourse after hysterectomy is contraindicated until full healing of this wound occur to prevent its infection or reopeneing causing bleeding