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

Question

Im in my 42nd day in cycle, last two weeks or so with cramps and just yesterday I started spotting dark brown blood. Im don't usually have normal cycles but what does the dark brown spotting mean? And why am I cramping but no period?

Answer 1

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.

Answer 2

Pregnant?: White, mild discharge from the vagina is usually normal and due to hormones. Sometimes old blood can appear dark brown as it is exposed to the air. If your most recent period was lighter or shorter than usual, it is possible you are pregnant and it was not a true period. It might be a good idea to visit a doctor or take a home pregnancy test.

Answer 3

Depends: Menstrual blood is different from circulating blood as it is a mixture of blood and uterine lining tissue, which are not found in regular blood. Please see your pcp as they will be more than willing to answer any questions for you regarding menstruation.

Answer 4

Was it a tampon?: Might you have forgotten that you had a tampon in your vagina?

Answer 5

IUD?: Have you ever had an iud inserted for contraception? Rarely, they can be expelled or dislodged in about 1 in 2000 women.

Answer 6

Clot with mucous: Hard to say exactly. It sounds like a small blood clot with mucous. Both mucous and clot can get stringy looking after it sits in the back of the vagina for awhile.

Answer 7

PROBABLY NORMAL: During a normal monthly menses (a period) a woman sloughs off the endometrial (uterus) lining. Blood, small clots and other debris are normal. Another possibility is a very early pregnancy/miscarriage which are very common and usually go unnoticed. A preganancy test may still test positive in some cases.

Answer 8

Normal: 'old blood' , blood not bleeding fresh out of blood vessel, turns brown after exposure to air and certain chemical environments. This is normal.

Answer 9

Old blood: Blood starts out red, but when it slows down, sits around in the uterus or vagina for a while, comes out slowly, the color normally becomes brownish...

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