I am 39 and I had a vaginal hysterectomy 5 1/2 weeks ago along with a hernia repair, bladder suspension and two prolapse repair. I have had the brownish/bandaid colored discharge with Ive been told is normal after a hysterectomy. Now all of the sudden I am literally having BLACK/coal discharge or substance coming out!! This is not blood I am positive. Could it be part of the healing process? cauterize? I just had my post surgery check up and my doctor said I was healing beautifully. It's yuck and disgusting! Please help!!