Question 1

3 days into my period, and my period blood is really thick dark muck. why? this never happens, on top of this. i've been nausea and getting really hot

Accepted Answer

Menses: If your period is that abnormal, perhaps you amy have been pregnant. Please see your gyn to rule out rupture of an ovarian cyst, ectopic pregnany and fibroids.

Question 2

my period blood has been dark brown/black and quite thick, throughout my whole period. so not just at the beginning or end. its been like this the past 3/4 months. not pregnant. still normal?

Accepted Answer

Period blood ?: "Dark brown/black" blood represents oxidized hemoglobin, which darkens with even brief time.  This is usually normal, and depends on whether there is a slow release of blood from shedding endometrium, which may occur if a blood clot blocks the flow partially.

Question 3

why is my period blood dark brown, stopped after 4 hrs. is this a period?

Accepted Answer

Brown = blood : Brown equals old blood. If this is right after your period then you are just passing some of the blood that has been siting at the back of the vagina.If your periods are irregular see your doctor to discuss options for cycle regulation.

Question 4

why is my period blood so goopy like stringy and thick am i not drinking enough water is that why its thick and it takes forever to come out?

Accepted Answer

Normal: Keep in mind that when you have a cycle, it's the inner lining of your uterus that is being shed.  Much of the thick consistency of the vaginal discharge is probably from this process, which is normal.

Question 5

my period blood is black and thick why is that?

Accepted Answer

Old blood: Get a GYN evaluation and a pelvic exam. This sounds like old vaginal blood  mixed with mucous.

Question 6

during my period, blood is dark brown and gooey, why?

Accepted Answer

That's old: Deoxygenated blood.

Question 7

my period blood is coming out extremely thick and is almost black?

Accepted Answer

Clots: if you pass blood clots and menstrual flow is heavy  please seek medical help.

Question 8

my period blood is dark brown what can this mean its my first period in 2 months?

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 9

my period blood is dark brown and clotted. i've been having a lot of  other symptoms. this is the first day of my period. why?

Accepted Answer

Hormone cycle: dark brown discharge is actually of menstrual blood and mucous. Your hormone levels vary from month to month and the causes of irregular bleeding can be hormonal or related to stress, tension, anxiety or illness. Oral contraceptives can be prescribed by your GYN to regulate your cycle

Question 10

hi, my period blood is normally dark red and heavy however this month its very light flo and light pink, what can be the reason?

Accepted Answer

Hormonal: Likely you had a different cycle of hormones this month, possibly not ovulating or not having as high estrogen during the first half of cycle.

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Why is my period blood so dark and thick

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3 days into my period, and my period blood is really thick dark muck. why? this never happens, on top of this. i've been nausea and getting really hot

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My period blood has been dark brown/black and quite thick, throughout my whole period. so not just at the beginning or end. its been like this the past 3/4 months. not pregnant. still normal?

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Why is my period blood dark brown, stopped after 4 hrs. is this a period?

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Why is my period blood so goopy like stringy and thick am i not drinking enough water is that why its thick and it takes forever to come out?

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My period blood is black and thick why is that?

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During my period, blood is dark brown and gooey, why?

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My period blood is coming out extremely thick and is almost black?

A member asked:

My period blood is dark brown what can this mean its my first period in 2 months?

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My period blood is dark brown and clotted. i've been having a lot of other symptoms. this is the first day of my period. why?

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Hi, my period blood is normally dark red and heavy however this month its very light flo and light pink, what can be the reason?

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