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Is Cramps And Brown Discharge After Surgical Abortion Without Bleeding Normal?

I had a surgical abortion about 8 weeks ago. No bleeding after procedure what so ever. Went on birth control patch about 4 weeks ago. Thought I was finally getting my period ( had cramps ) but all I see is dark brown discharge, like the stuff that comes at the end of a period. Is this normal?
Wed, 19 Mar 2014
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OBGYN 's  Response
Hello and welcome,
Such discharge is common after using birth control. They are known to cause menstrual irregularities.
Still, as you started the patch a bit late, I suggest that you get a urine pregnancy test to rule it out. If it is negative, do not worry as birth controls cause irregular bleeding.

Thanks for using HCM.
Have a good day.
Dr Nilajkumar Bagde     
Consultant Obstetrics and Gynecology
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Is Cramps And Brown Discharge After Surgical Abortion Without Bleeding Normal?

Hello and welcome, Such discharge is common after using birth control. They are known to cause menstrual irregularities. Still, as you started the patch a bit late, I suggest that you get a urine pregnancy test to rule it out. If it is negative, do not worry as birth controls cause irregular bleeding. Thanks for using HCM. Have a good day. Dr Nilajkumar Bagde Consultant Obstetrics and Gynecology