In the middle of your cycle the hormone estrogen causes the endometrial lining to thicken at ovulation when your estrogen levels peak. Progesterone then rises to maintain the endometrium. It is typically not cause for concern and may only last 1-3 days. If you are experiencing an overload of irregular bleeding, check in with your doctor to check in about underlying issues that can be treated if caught early.

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