4 days of spotting before period - is it normal?

[incywinci]

I've been spotting for 4-5 days before a period. Is this normal? It's been on going for about 6 months, and I think it started after I got my coil inserted and removed (both within a slabs of 1 month).

[NoMoreStickers]

I have this with the copper IUD .....

[incywinci]

Do you think my copper IUD was not removed properly?

[Peasandsweetcorn]

I've had this since I had DC2. Spotting for a few days, usually nothing for a couple of days and then 48 hours of really heavy period. Given my cycle is quite erratic, I appreciate the warning!

[Notmymonkeysnotmycircus]

I'm the same and I'm putting it down to my age (43) as many of my friends are the same.

I spot for about 3 days then have a heavy period for 2/3 days then it all tapers of very quickly.

It's fairly normal for perimenopausal women apparently. How old are you?

[FlappyRose]

I've had this since having DC. I'm 33.

[LokisUnderpants]

I had it on and off. Had a hysteroscopy and they found a polyp. Since then no spotting. Take it as a message from your body and just get it checked out for peace of mind.

[incywinci]

Thanks everyone. I'm 31 so I think I do need to get it checked. Better book an appointment

[Smilelikeyoufeelit]

Same here. I'm 42 and have simply put it down as an age thing. Spotting (quite dark and TMI gritty looking!) for a few days before hand, a clear day and then just 2-3 days of heavy period. Then nothing at all!

[Pissant]

I have had the same for the past few years.

For me it can start a week before my period is due. Looks like old blood generally with a bit of fresh . Then nothing then my period starts.

I am 48 though so have put it down to perimenopause

[scoobdoob]

I have had about 14 days of just spotting then nothing no period. Mainly only on wiping after using the toilet. Sometimes in a discharge. Periods have gone very irregular the last year. Missing months at a time.
Does this sound normal for the perimenopause? I am 48. Will get it checked because it is different but it would be good to hear others experiences