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What Causes Brown Vaginal Discharge?
Question: I am wiping small amounts of brown discharge every 1 to 2 days. I'm not in any pain or discomfort. I just want to know what is going on.
Brief Answer:
Old blood or infection...
Detailed Answer:
Thank you for the question and thank you for visiting our site.
What you are experiencing sounds like it might be related to an infection. In a previous question, you described an increased discharge, vaginal irritation and burning with urination. This can cause bleeding as well. Old blood in small amounts will make its way out as a brownish discharge. This could be related to the prior infection and if treated, this should resolve. If you have not seen an OB/GYN, then you really should get in to be seen and get to the bottom of what is going on before it is a bigger problem. Also, if there is any chance of pregnancy, make sure that you check a pregnancy test.
I hope that this helps and good luck!
Dr. Raichle
Old blood or infection...
Detailed Answer:
Thank you for the question and thank you for visiting our site.
What you are experiencing sounds like it might be related to an infection. In a previous question, you described an increased discharge, vaginal irritation and burning with urination. This can cause bleeding as well. Old blood in small amounts will make its way out as a brownish discharge. This could be related to the prior infection and if treated, this should resolve. If you have not seen an OB/GYN, then you really should get in to be seen and get to the bottom of what is going on before it is a bigger problem. Also, if there is any chance of pregnancy, make sure that you check a pregnancy test.
I hope that this helps and good luck!
Dr. Raichle
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj
I went to visit the doctor and got some antibiotics for a uti and over the counter for a yeast infection the same day at a walk n clinic. Started my cycle the next day. I took a test came back negative. maybe I should take another bc I have been feeling a little nausea but I figured that's bc I was hungry. And I am very moody any little thing sets me off or it c I uld be stress.. Thank again
Brief Answer:
Yes you should take another test
Detailed Answer:
You may have checked the test too early - it will turn positive about two weeks after conception.
Also, antibiotics used to treat a UTI can cause vaginal infections. Yeast infections are common, but if you still have a blood tinged discharge after your period is over, you need to go back to your doctor for re-evaluation.
Dr. R
Yes you should take another test
Detailed Answer:
You may have checked the test too early - it will turn positive about two weeks after conception.
Also, antibiotics used to treat a UTI can cause vaginal infections. Yeast infections are common, but if you still have a blood tinged discharge after your period is over, you need to go back to your doctor for re-evaluation.
Dr. R
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj
Ok thank you
Brief Answer:
You are very welcome
Detailed Answer:
Please visit again in the future.
Dr. Raichle
You are very welcome
Detailed Answer:
Please visit again in the future.
Dr. Raichle
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj
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