15 Reasons why you may be spotting before your period

10. Endometriosis

The inner lining of your uterus is rich in blood vessels, and hormones like estrogen and progesterone primarily influence its growth. In some cases, this endometrial tissue grows outside the uterus in your ovaries, abdomen, and intestines. This causes bleeding and spotting between periods, painful cramping, infertility, and discomfort during sex, while passing stool or urine. 1 in every 10 people with a uterus may have endometriosis. However, many cases are undiagnosed. You may need a combination of medication and surgery to treat endometriosis.

11. Polycystic ovary syndrome

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) occurs when a person's ovaries or adrenal glands produce high amounts of androgens or "male" hormones. They struggle with pregnancy because the condition causes irregular menstrual cycles with spotting between periods. They also tend to gain weight and have excessive hair growth with acne because of the hormonal imbalance. A combination of hormonal birth control, diet, and exercise is known to regulate the symptoms of PCOS.

12. Stress

Everyone experiences emotional, mental, and physical stress, but stresscauses significant bodily changes for some people. This is because of the release of the stress hormone cortisol, which pushes the body to release lower levels of estrogen and progesterone. As a result, a hormonal imbalance causes irregular cycles and bleeding between periods.