Question 1

for the past 3+ months, i've had a brown discharge instead of a period, and it lasts for approx. 2 weeks. now sure what's going on?

Accepted Answer

Brown = old blood: Irregular periods are one of the most common problems obgyns treat. If this is one time problem it usually resolves on its own. If this is a recurring problem you should be evaluated. Infections ;  hormonal changes can cause spotting. If there is a concern for pregnancy then do  a home pregnancy test .  There are many options available to help regulate the menstrual cycle. Schedule a visit.

Question 2

is it normal to have brown discharge instead of a period on implanon?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Implanon may cause spotting or missed periods, typically not a concern.  

For detailed information, see:

http://www.Implanon-usa.Com/en/hcp/learn-about-it/get-the-facts/warnings/index.Asp.

Question 3

ive noticed brown discharge instead of a period since stopping the pill 6 weeks ago is this a side effect of stopping the pill?

Accepted Answer

Brown is Blood: The Brown discharge is your period. It is blood. It just has lost all of its oxygen and is fully deoxygenated.

Question 4

i had 5 hours of dark brown discharge instead of a period. i have been on minastrin for 3 mos but i took anucort-hc for 8 days 2 wks ago. pregnant??

Accepted Answer

Chance U R pregnant?: Wouldn't hazard a guess, but if you could be pregnant then at least check a home pregnancy test. If negative, then a Gynecology exam next should address your concern.

Question 5

i've been on the nuvaring for 6 years but had a very light, brown discharge for two days instead of a period this month. should i be concerned?

Accepted Answer

Low dose contracep: The low dose of estrogen didn't stimulate your lining as much this month. This is not uncommon is you have used it as directed. No worries.

Question 6

brown discharge with blood instead of  a period. whatsup?

Accepted Answer

Sexually active?: If you are sexually active and have not used protection, you could be pregnant.  First step is to take a pregnancy test.  If the test is negative, and you have not had unprotected sex recently ( in the last 10 days), don't worry about it.  There are times where women will have an abnormal period. Stress plays a factor.  No evaluation is needed until you have had three consecutive abnormal cycle.

Question 7

brown discharge instead of period for a month, a lot lighter than a usual period, usually heavy red periods that are regular, virgin. what's wrong?

Accepted Answer

Brown = old blood: Irregular periods are one of the most common problems obgyns treat. If this is one time problem it usually resolves on its own. If this is a recurring problem you should be evaluated. Infections ;  hormonal changes can cause spotting. If there is a concern for pregnancy then do  a home pregnancy test .  There are many options available to help regulate the menstrual cycle. Schedule a visit.

Question 8

i have a brown discharge instead of period, what's going on?

Accepted Answer

Brown discharge: May be your period. Old, deoxygenated blood can turn brown.

Question 9

why do i get brown discharge instead of my period?

Accepted Answer

The brown discharge: Might be your period. Brown discharge is usually older, deoxygenated blood from the uterus.

Question 10

i had a brown discharge instead of my period this month and last night i had relations with my bf and today i noticed a discharge again??

Accepted Answer

Can be normal: missed a cycle, first a pregnancy test then wait for next menses.   thyroid, stress, lots of possible reasons to miss a period, and if you do spotting can happen until your next cycle

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For the past 3+ months, i've had a brown discharge instead of a period, and it lasts for approx. 2 weeks. now sure what's going on?

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Is it normal to have brown discharge instead of a period on implanon?

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Ive noticed brown discharge instead of a period since stopping the pill 6 weeks ago is this a side effect of stopping the pill?

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I had 5 hours of dark brown discharge instead of a period. i have been on minastrin for 3 mos but i took anucort-hc for 8 days 2 wks ago. pregnant??

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I've been on the nuvaring for 6 years but had a very light, brown discharge for two days instead of a period this month. should i be concerned?

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Brown discharge with blood instead of a period. whatsup?

A member asked:

Brown discharge instead of period for a month, a lot lighter than a usual period, usually heavy red periods that are regular, virgin. what's wrong?

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I have a brown discharge instead of period, what's going on?

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Why do i get brown discharge instead of my period?

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I had a brown discharge instead of my period this month and last night i had relations with my bf and today i noticed a discharge again??

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