Why am I spotting a week after missed period?

A Missed Period and Light Bleeding If your period is late or doesn’t come at all, you may be pregnant. But newly pregnant women—one-third to be exact—may have what’s called implantation bleeding, or bleeding that is lighter, shorter and spottier than a regular period.

Can you have implantation bleeding a week after missed period?

Implantation bleeding is generally light and short, just a few days’ worth. It usually occurs 10-14 days after conception, or around the time of your missed period. However, vaginal bleeding has been reported anytime in the first eight weeks of pregnancy. Spotting is also common before the start of a menstrual period.

Is implantation bleeding Brown?

Their descriptions each differ slightly, but all agree that implantation bleeding is lighter in flow and a different color than your regular period. It’s “usually brown,” says Miao Crystal Yu, OB-GYN at Saddleback Medical Center in Laguna Hills, California.

What is considered late implantation bleeding?

Implantation that occurs on the late end of the spectrum is known as late implantation. The spot where the embryo attaches itself inside of the endometrium can disrupt some blood vessels, which may cause some light bleeding anywhere from five to 10 days after conception, but before your period would typically occur.

What is considered late implantation?

More specifically, late implantation is typically defined as that which occurs between the 8th and 10th day. Implantation can occur successfully during this period and it is usually not a cause for concern.

Can a late period cause brown discharge?

In most cases, brown discharge before or after your period is completely normal and is not a cause for alarm. All you need to do is wear a panty liner to stay fresh and then go about your day as usual. However, if the brown discharge is accompanied by other symptoms, it could be a sign of a possible health condition.

Can implantation bleeding happen after period is due?

Implantation bleeding happens after a fertilised egg attaches to the lining of the uterus. This could be about 7 to 14 days after conception. If you have regular periods, it can happen around the time you would expect your period.