Question 1

i am on birth control, i have been for a while. i had unprotected sex this month and my period is very light and brown colored.normal?or am i pregnant

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Birth control: Probably normal. Studies find that, used as recommended, oral contraception is 91 percent to 99 percent effective in preventing pregnancy. However, that still means there is a very small risk of pregnancy if the pill is taken perfectly. Condoms act as a back up and prevent sexually transmitted diseases. A pregnancy test can verify if your pregnant or not.

Question 2

dark brown, very light period. is this normal?

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Possible causes: The main reason for light periods is a change in hormone levels. Causes for what seems to be a light period can include: implantation bleeding in early pregnancy, thyroid problems, eating disorders, excessive exercise, initial periods for a girl, use of an intrauterine device, oral contraceptives ; perimenopause.  Dark brown can be old, deoxygenated blood.

Question 3

i  had a very light  period  about  two weeks  ago  and yesterday i started seeing light pink and brownish discharge   only  when i wipe. ?

Accepted Answer

Spotting is common: Having pinkish to brown vaginal discharge soon after a light period is common.  If sexually active then pregnancy must always be excluded.  Persistent irregular periods should be assessed with your local physician and may include an exam.

Question 4

my cycles are very unpredictable, this month i had a very light period lasted 2 weeks and was brown.now i have a heavy feelingpelvis, not painful.why?

Accepted Answer

Irregular periods: 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 5

can stress cause very light period bleeding and come early and brown ?

Accepted Answer

Oligomenorrhoea: Yes to your question. Stress can affect periods. Heavy bleeding or amenorrhea. But do consult and get examined by your dr.You have scanty periods.

Question 6

i had 4 days of brown/dark spotting like a very light period starting on day 19.  could this be implantation.

Accepted Answer

Possibly: It could be a sign of implantation.  Get a home pregnancy test and take it if you're late.

Question 7

is it normal to have a very light period to the point when i've been to the toilet after wiping a very small amount of light brown/  red blood?

Accepted Answer

Meds,OC?: If you are not on medication  that could affect your cycles, no Oral contraceptives ,then you should start with a pregnancy test  wether you practice safe sex or not.If  the pregnancy test is negative then you need a medical evaluation to look for possible hormonal or structural problems.

Question 8

periods 7 weeks apart, last one ended on 4/2, had very light brown spot when wiped 4/12, seems like extremely light period today, ttc for around 2 yrs?

Accepted Answer

Anovulatory periods?: If you've been trying to conceive for 2 years, it's time to see an obgyn.
A common reason that women have periods farther apart than typical is that they may be having cycles where ovulation doesn't happen because the hormone balance is not quite there.  A common reason for that is polycystic ovarian syndrome (read more: http://bit.ly/2gYYtbe).

Question 9

very light period for 7 days brown to bright red blood not engh 4 a pad negative test.normally very heavy for 6 days then light on the 7th. 40 day cycle?

Accepted Answer

Cyclic changes: require a GYN evaluation for cause. You will need a pelvic exam, blood testing and hormonal adjustment of your cycles. Call for an appointment today.

Question 10

hi i had a very light period where it was brown and red on and off for 3 days. it was very unusual - i usually have heavy period with clots.

Accepted Answer

It happens sometimes: Many women have occasional variation of their mucus discharge, some spotting between periods, a heavier period, a lighter period, a longer or shorter period, or even a missed period.  Having one or two of these symptoms doesn’t necessarily mean there is a medical problem, but a visit to one’s primary care or Ob-Gyn doctor is a good idea if symptoms are persistent, recurring, or worrisome.

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I am on birth control, i have been for a while. i had unprotected sex this month and my period is very light and brown colored.normal?or am i pregnant

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Dark brown, very light period. is this normal?

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I had a very light period about two weeks ago and yesterday i started seeing light pink and brownish discharge only when i wipe. ?

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My cycles are very unpredictable, this month i had a very light period lasted 2 weeks and was brown.now i have a heavy feelingpelvis, not painful.why?

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Can stress cause very light period bleeding and come early and brown ?

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I had 4 days of brown/dark spotting like a very light period starting on day 19. could this be implantation.

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Is it normal to have a very light period to the point when i've been to the toilet after wiping a very small amount of light brown/ red blood?

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Periods 7 weeks apart, last one ended on 4/2, had very light brown spot when wiped 4/12, seems like extremely light period today, ttc for around 2 yrs?

A member asked:

Very light period for 7 days brown to bright red blood not engh 4 a pad negative test.normally very heavy for 6 days then light on the 7th. 40 day cycle?

A member asked:

Hi i had a very light period where it was brown and red on and off for 3 days. it was very unusual - i usually have heavy period with clots.

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