Small amount of bleeding

What does "Small amount of bleeding" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"Small amount of bleeding" in a medical context refers to a minor loss of blood from the body. This could be due to a minor injury, a small cut, or a slight rupture in a blood vessel. It's not a heavy flow of blood, but rather a few drops or a light trickle. This type of bleeding usually stops on its own and doesn't cause a significant decrease in the body's total blood volume.

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