Cramps and blood clots but no period

Seeing blood clots during your period can be alarming. Thankfully, passing blood clots while menstruating is usually normal, and it's more likely when you experience a heavier flow.

Blood clots are often accompanied by increased cramping and pain.

Sudden gush of blood and clots not on period

Heavy bleeding during your period, including passing blood clots, is more common among people who’ve just started menstruating as well as people who are closer to menopause. Many people experience heavy menstrual bleeding.

It accounts for about 18-30% of visits to gynecologists.

However, blood clots can also be a symptom of an underlying condition such as uterine or ovulation abnormality. Treatment depends on the condition. You can also take steps to manage a heavier flow.

What Do Blood Clots During a Period Look Like?

Small blood clots but no period

It’s common for period blood to look thick, clotty, jelly-like, or even stringy. This is because period blood isn’t just made of blood. Menstrual blood is made of the lining that builds up during your menstrual cycle to prepare your body for a possible pregnancy

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