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What Causes Dark Brown Vaginal Discharge Before Menstruation?
Question: Two days before my period I exprienced a discharge it looked like little wet peices of toilet paper & now I'm on my period & I have dark brown paste like consistency. Should I be worried??
Brief Answer:
You may have a vaginal yeast infection
Detailed Answer:
Hello, and i hope I can help you today.
Many women have a thicker discharge before their period begins, but a discharge that actually looks like flakes or chunks of white can be a sign of a vaginal yeast infection. Yeast infections can also cause vaginal irritation, itching and burning, but those symptoms may not be evident until you have had the infection for a long time.
If you have no bothersome symptoms, when your full flowing period begins, it may wash out some of the accumulated discharge and your own normal vaginal bacteria may repopulate, which can cure the infection on it's own.
If not, and you continue to see the thick, pasty discharge after your period finishes, any over-the-counter treatment for vaginal yeast infections, like Monistat, will cure the problem.
Yeast infections are very common during the summertime, as yeast thrives on heat and humidity. Wearing loose-fitting clothing and breathable cotton underwear can help to prevent them if you live in a hot, humid climate.
I hope I was able to adequately answer your question today and that my advice was helpful. If you need any further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Best wishes,
Dr. Brown
You may have a vaginal yeast infection
Detailed Answer:
Hello, and i hope I can help you today.
Many women have a thicker discharge before their period begins, but a discharge that actually looks like flakes or chunks of white can be a sign of a vaginal yeast infection. Yeast infections can also cause vaginal irritation, itching and burning, but those symptoms may not be evident until you have had the infection for a long time.
If you have no bothersome symptoms, when your full flowing period begins, it may wash out some of the accumulated discharge and your own normal vaginal bacteria may repopulate, which can cure the infection on it's own.
If not, and you continue to see the thick, pasty discharge after your period finishes, any over-the-counter treatment for vaginal yeast infections, like Monistat, will cure the problem.
Yeast infections are very common during the summertime, as yeast thrives on heat and humidity. Wearing loose-fitting clothing and breathable cotton underwear can help to prevent them if you live in a hot, humid climate.
I hope I was able to adequately answer your question today and that my advice was helpful. If you need any further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Best wishes,
Dr. Brown
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