Corpus Christi, TX
A 25-year-old female asked:
I have the paraguard iud, 4 years now. the past few months between periods i have a brownish sour smelling discharge. what could be the cause?
2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in

Dr. Nabila Babaranswered
Specializes in Internal Medicine
Have it checked: make sure not infection.
however the IUD can cause increase discharge
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Dr. Lisa Thomsenanswered
Family Medicine 36 years experience
Need an exam: To determine possible causes, it would be necessary to be examined and if indicated tested for possible infections.
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Last updated Oct 5, 2014
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