What Causes Brown Discharge Before a Period?

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Brown discharge before the period is usually harmless and there are several possible reasons for this. Sometimes, it can indicate pregnancy or perimenopause. Less commonly, it can be a symptom of underlying health conditions.

Brown discharge before the period is usually harmless and there are several possible reasons for this. Sometimes, it can indicate pregnancy or perimenopause. Less commonly, it can be a symptom of underlying health conditions.

Brown discharge before the period is usually a vaginal discharge that contains blood. Brown discharges that occur when a period is not appropriate can cause anxiety. However, brown discharge before any period is usually not a cause for concern.

This article explores the various causes of brown discharge before a period. It discusses what it might mean for a person if they are pregnant, not pregnant or moving to menopause.

The article also shows the more serious causes of brown discharge, and when to visit a doctor.

What is brown discharge?

Vaginal discharge occurs almost daily. Generally, vaginal discharge is thin and transparent or white. Sometimes, it can be other colors. When the vaginal discharge is brown, it contains very little amount of old blood. Old blood taken longer to get out of the uterus can become brown.

Brown discharge can occur for a variety of different reasons.

If not pregnant
Brown discharge can occur when there is no pregnancy:

A few days after the end of a period, the old blood leaves the uterus
There will be a time where the flow is very light
Ovarian spots, which may be pinkish-brown
A response to a sin smear test or vaginal examination
A reaction to sexual intercourse, especially if vigorous
During pregnancy
Premature pink or brown discharge or stains can be the first signs of pregnancy. Not every pregnant person will experience this symptom, but some do.

This discharge is due to implantation bleeding that can occur when the uterus is in the uterus. Transplantation may bleed 1 to 2 weeks after the egg is fertilized.

Anyone who experiences implantation bleeding after protected sex should take a pregnancy test.

Anyone who is pregnant and has a dark brown discharge needs to talk to a doctor. However, brown discharge during pregnancy is usually not a cause for concern. In rare cases, this may indicate an ectopic pregnancy or abortion.
Menopause is ahead
In people in their 40s or 50s, brown discharge before any time can be a symptom of perimenopause.

Perienopause is the transfer stopped before menopause when the period is closed. Other symptoms may include:

The mood swings
Hot flush
Night sweats
Problems with sleeping
Vaginal dryness
There are several more serious causes of brown discharge. This can happen at any age, regardless of whether you have a pregnancy or not. They may be accompanied by other symptoms.

More serious reasons include:

Pelvic inflammatory disease
Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is an infection of the cervix and uterus that can lead to brown discharge. Other symptoms may include:

Pelvic and abdominal pain
Pain during sex
Fever
Aromatic vaginal discharge
Burning sensation during urination
Anyone who thinks they may have PID should talk to their doctor. If the physician detects PID, they can prescribe antibiotics for it.

Sexually transmitted diseases
Brown discharge before the period can identify any sexually transmitted disease (STD) such as gonorrhea or chlamydia. Other symptoms may include:

Burning sensation during urination
Odor discharge
Pain during sex
Not all people with STD experience symptoms, which is why it is important for all sexually active people to be tested regularly for STDs.

Most STDs are easy to treat, though some require more serious and more involved treatment. Treatment may include a course of antibiotics.

Holding foreign companies
If a foreign object is accidentally released into the vagina, a bad odor discharge may occur. Topics that may include:

Cotton belt
Condoms
Vaginal contraceptive sponges, diaphragms or uterine caps
Contraceptive ring
Anyone who has noticed a smelly brown discharge should see their doctor, as they may be caused by an object or vaginal infection.
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
The PCOS hormone is imbalanced. It can cause irregular, light bleeding to brown discharge. Other symptoms may include:

Irregular periods
No more periods
Very heavy period
Excess hair on the face or body
Acne or oily skin
Pelvic pain
Difficulty getting pregnant
Dark, colorless skin patches
PCOS is not uncommon. According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), 8 to 20 percent of fertility-age women worldwide have PCOS.

Those with PCOS should be suspected of talking to their doctor. Different types of treatments are available.

To determine the most appropriate treatment, a physician may ask about:

Their symptoms
Other health problems
Whether they want to get pregnant or not
Some treatments for PCOS can make it more difficult to get pregnant. For those who want to get pregnant, a doctor can advise you on the most appropriate treatment.
Cervical cancer
Brown discharge can be a symptom of uterine cancer, but it is extremely rare.

According to the National Cancer Institute, cervical cancer only affects about 0.6 percent of women in their lifetime.

Other symptoms of brown discharge that are less likely to cause cervical cancer may include:

Pain during sex
Bleeding after sex
Heavy or long duration
Bleeding within the period
Anyone who suspects they may have uterine cancer will need to talk to their doctor.

The first test a physician will take for a cervical cancer is a sin test. It can detect abnormal cells in the cervix.

If a physician detects abnormal cells, they can test the uterus using a magnifying device examine Then they can take tissue samples for examination in the laboratory.

To determine the treatment of people with cervical cancer, a physician will perform some imaging tests. Treatment options include surgery, radiotherapy or chemotherapy.

Brown discharge is less likely to cause anxiety and usually does not require a visit to the doctor.

However, if a person has a brown discharge, they should talk to their doctor:

Continue for several weeks
Often occurs after sex
I smell bad
Is accompanied by pain or cramping
The vagina is accompanied by itching
Sometimes, brown discharge can indicate a more serious condition. If it does, it may also be accompanied by other symptoms described above. Anyone experiencing these symptoms should see a physician.