Question:

I am 58 years old and sexually active. The last time I was with my partner, I experienced some spotting. Is this natural? I did not experience any pain or discomfort. It stopped and has not occurred since.

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Answer: 

Post-menopause, the vaginal walls are thinner and less resilient, so it’s easier for them to be damaged. It’s likely nothing. That said, we recommend that a woman who experiences any bleeding after menopause contact her doctor.