HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Causes A Brownish Discharge During Periods?

Hi, I had a short period this month of about a day or two which is very abnormal for me being that it usually last about 5 days. About a week after that I began to spot a little which was pinkish and extremely light, now it is sort of brownish and its still light but heavy enough to have to guard it. What could be the issue? I am on birth control (IUD), but for some reason I think I may be pregnant.
Mon, 21 Mar 2016
Report Abuse
OBGYN,  's  Response
There is a small chance you could be pregnant. I have definitely seen a few pregnancies in women with IUDs, but it is not likely. They are a very good form of birth control. If you think you may be pregnant, it would be reasonable to take a home pregnancy test. The other option is that the IUD is causing you to have lighter periods. The hormonal IUD (Mirena/Skyla in the USA) are famous for decreasing periods- both the heaviness and frequency. I don't know what type of IUD you have, but it is possible that your decreased periods are due to your IUD. If your pregnancy test is negative, I would attribute it to the IUD.
I find this answer helpful
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Recent questions on Intrauterine device


Loading Online Doctors....
What Causes A Brownish Discharge During Periods?

There is a small chance you could be pregnant. I have definitely seen a few pregnancies in women with IUDs, but it is not likely. They are a very good form of birth control. If you think you may be pregnant, it would be reasonable to take a home pregnancy test. The other option is that the IUD is causing you to have lighter periods. The hormonal IUD (Mirena/Skyla in the USA) are famous for decreasing periods- both the heaviness and frequency. I don t know what type of IUD you have, but it is possible that your decreased periods are due to your IUD. If your pregnancy test is negative, I would attribute it to the IUD.