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What Could Be The Brown Discharge After Delivery?
Hia I give birth 3 weeks ago had a normal delivery, did have a 2 degree tear but have had no problems with the stiches. I have stopped losing blood but am losing brown stuff what is it and also is it safe to have intercourse as I feel I am ready. Thanks Kim.
Thu, 28 Jul 2016
Hi dear,
I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
Brown discharge after delivery is most likely due to lochia which is the discharge of cells and blood from the uterine cavity after delivery.
Ideally, intercourse should be avoided for 6 weeks after the delivery, so as to give time to the vagina and cervical tissues to heal properly.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Regards
Dr Deepti Verma
OBGYN
I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
Brown discharge after delivery is most likely due to lochia which is the discharge of cells and blood from the uterine cavity after delivery.
Ideally, intercourse should be avoided for 6 weeks after the delivery, so as to give time to the vagina and cervical tissues to heal properly.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Regards
Dr Deepti Verma
OBGYN
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