In memory of Chaya Mirel bat R’ Avraham

In memory of Chaya Mirel bat R' Avraham

Endometrial biopsy
April 14, 2006

Question

I had to have an unexpected endometrial biopsy today coupled with the removal of an IUD. I have been bleeding more than the size of a dime as a direct result of the procedures. I have also been told not to have intercourse for 3 weeks. 1. Does the bleeding render me niddah? 2. If it does, do I have to wait for mikveh until I have permission to resume marital relations? Thank you.

Answer

Uterine bleeding almost always results from an endometrial biopsy. Since this bleeding is caused by injury, the opinion of the posek of this site, R Yehuda Henkin, is that it does not render the woman niddah. The bleeding may go on for about a week, and for that time can be attributed to the procedure. Other authorities are less comfortable permitting bleeding that comes from the uterus, even if a clear source of injury is seen. Therefore, it would be best to ask a specific psak of your rabbi, if you have one.

Yoatzot Halacha: Answering Women’s Halachic Questions

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