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What Causes Discharge Of Light Brown Mucus When Wiping?

I ve been experiencing a light brown mucus for a few days when I wipe. Im 26, my last menstruation cycle was about 8 months ago. took pregnancy test, not pregnant. went to gyno 6 months ago, accredited loss of cycle to rapid weight gain and stress. any ideas as to why ive been experiencing this mucus?
Mon, 30 Oct 2017
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OBGYN 's  Response
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Thanks for sharing your health concern with us. In the current scenario, the most likely cause for this spotting is the breakthrough effect. As there is unopposed estrogen action in the absence of ovulation, the endometrium gets thickened. At some stage, the blood supply is no longer sufficient and hence, the endometrium is shed in pieces. This gives rise to brownish spotting. Clinical and sonographic confirmation is necessary to exclude other causes. Progesterone course along with styptics is sufficient to heal. Please maintain a healthy lifestyle. Take care.
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OBGYN Dr. Shanti Vennam's  Response
Hello,
Thanks for sharing your health concern with us. In the current scenario, the most likely cause for this spotting is the breakthrough effect. As there is unopposed estrogen action in the absence of ovulation, the endometrium gets thickened. At some stage, the blood supply is no longer sufficient and hence, the endometrium is shed in pieces. This gives rise to brownish spotting. Clinical and sonographic confirmation is necessary to exclude other causes. Progesterone course along with styptics is sufficient to heal. Please maintain a healthy lifestyle. Take care.
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What Causes Discharge Of Light Brown Mucus When Wiping?

Hello, Thanks for sharing your health concern with us. In the current scenario, the most likely cause for this spotting is the breakthrough effect. As there is unopposed estrogen action in the absence of ovulation, the endometrium gets thickened. At some stage, the blood supply is no longer sufficient and hence, the endometrium is shed in pieces. This gives rise to brownish spotting. Clinical and sonographic confirmation is necessary to exclude other causes. Progesterone course along with styptics is sufficient to heal. Please maintain a healthy lifestyle. Take care.