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Postmenopausal Bleeding : Causes

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Postmenopausal bleeding can originate in different parts of the reproductive system. Bleeding from the vagina may occur because when estrogen secretion stops, the vagina dries out and can diminish(atrophy).
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Atrophic vaginitis is an inflammation of the vagina due to thinning and shrinking tissues and a decrease in lubrication.Atrophic vaginitis is typically caused by a decrease in estrogen. Estrogen levels normally drop after menopause.
Source:ADAM
Date:October 28, 2008
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