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Generally, soaking through one pad or tampon every hour for several consecutive hours is considered heavy bleeding. Needing to change a pad more frequently than that, or passing large clots, are also signs of heavy flow.

For those with endometrial cancer, any unusual vaginal bleeding — whether heavy or light — is worth Show Full Answer

Generally, soaking through one pad or tampon every hour for several consecutive hours is considered heavy bleeding. Needing to change a pad more frequently than that, or passing large clots, are also signs of heavy flow.

For those with endometrial cancer, any unusual vaginal bleeding — whether heavy or light — is worth reporting to your doctor right away. This includes:

- Bleeding heavier than your normal period
- Spotting or bleeding between periods
- Bleeding after menopause
- Watery or unusual discharge, with or without blood

Don't wait to see if it settles down on its own. Heavy or abnormal bleeding can be an important signal, and your care team will want to know about any changes as soon as possible.

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