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What Could It Be If Had Unprotected Sex Using Withdrawal Method And Having Brown Discharge?

Today I got what I think is my period, and I don t know if it could be implantation bleeding. My boyfriend and I had sex around 2 weeks ago, and I am worried I am pregnant. We did not use protection, but rather the withdrawal method.. (Stupid.. I know). This morning, I woke up with what appeared to be blood in my underwear, it looked like normal period blood, but I couldn t be sure. It was red and brown, but not discharge, like most websites described to me. It is a darker red, and a light brown, it is slightly heavier of a flow, and I have used two tampons today. I would just like to know what your opinion is on this? Thanks.
Wed, 25 Sep 2019
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Hi,

Well, the cause of the yellowish or brown vaginal discharge is a common and usually harmless issue. Occasional spotting between periods might have this appearance and can be normal, especially if you're taking low-dose birth control pills.

So in most cases this is not sign of disease. If it is, then usually this indicates bacterial vaginosis, STD or polycstic ovarian syndrome. Less common, some other hormonal disorders may be present.

In some cases, however, a yellow or brown vaginal discharge could indicate a serious problem.

Although brown and yellow vaginal discharge often does not indicate a serious problem, it should not be ignored if it persists, recurs or is accompanied by other symptoms and then you should see a gynecologist for further workup.

In some cases, a yellow or brown vaginal discharge could indicate a serious problem.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Iven Romic Rommstein, General Surgeon
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What Could It Be If Had Unprotected Sex Using Withdrawal Method And Having Brown Discharge?

Hi, Well, the cause of the yellowish or brown vaginal discharge is a common and usually harmless issue. Occasional spotting between periods might have this appearance and can be normal, especially if you re taking low-dose birth control pills. So in most cases this is not sign of disease. If it is, then usually this indicates bacterial vaginosis, STD or polycstic ovarian syndrome. Less common, some other hormonal disorders may be present. In some cases, however, a yellow or brown vaginal discharge could indicate a serious problem. Although brown and yellow vaginal discharge often does not indicate a serious problem, it should not be ignored if it persists, recurs or is accompanied by other symptoms and then you should see a gynecologist for further workup. In some cases, a yellow or brown vaginal discharge could indicate a serious problem. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Iven Romic Rommstein, General Surgeon