Obstetrics and Gynecology/Postcoital Bleeding

Postcoital Bleeding is bleeding after intercourse. It almost always originates from the cervix or the vagina.

Differential Diagnosis
Cervical Causes:


 * Cervical Carcinoma
 * Cervicitis
 * Cervical Ectropion
 * Cervical Polyps

Vaginal Causes
 * Vaginal Carcinoma
 * Vaginitis

Diagnosis
The diagnosis of postcoital bleeding is made using the following clinical skills:


 * Gynecological History Taking
 * Gynecological Examination
 * Gynecological Investigations