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?

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Dr. Nabila Babar answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Have it checked: make sure not infection. however the IUD can cause increase discharge

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Dr. Lisa Thomsen answered

Family Medicine 34 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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