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What Causes Brown Vaginal Discharge?

Hi, I have not been sexually active for almost two months now, my period for this month has already come and gone but yet there is a brownish and almost booger like substance coming out with my discharge. I don t know why and I m worried about what the cause may be
Fri, 14 Oct 2016
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Thanks for posting on HCM
There are many medical conditions that could cause brownish vaginal discharges.Possible causes may include:
-Bacteria vaginosis
-Yeast infection
-STIs like chlamydia, gonorrhea.These infections may be in you for months before any symptoms.Sexually inactivity for 2 months can not eliminate these causes.
-Douches, scented soaps or lotions, bubble bath which are capable of altering the vaginal flora
-PID
-Trichomoniasis, a parasitic infection typically contracted and caused by having unprotected sex
-And other causes.
I will suggest you see the Doctor for a vaginal swap smear test, chlamydia test.Treatment will depend on the underlying cause.

Here are some tips for preventing vaginal infections that can lead to abnormal discharge:
*Keep the vagina clean by washing regularly with a gentle, mild soap and warm water.
*Never use scented soaps and feminine products or douche. Also avoid feminine sprays and bubble baths.
*After going to the bathroom, always wipe from front to back to prevent bacteria from getting into the vagina and causing an infection.
*Wear 100% cotton underpants, and avoid overly tight clothing.
Hope this will help
Best regards
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What Causes Brown Vaginal Discharge?

Hi Thanks for posting on HCM There are many medical conditions that could cause brownish vaginal discharges.Possible causes may include: -Bacteria vaginosis -Yeast infection -STIs like chlamydia, gonorrhea.These infections may be in you for months before any symptoms.Sexually inactivity for 2 months can not eliminate these causes. -Douches, scented soaps or lotions, bubble bath which are capable of altering the vaginal flora -PID -Trichomoniasis, a parasitic infection typically contracted and caused by having unprotected sex -And other causes. I will suggest you see the Doctor for a vaginal swap smear test, chlamydia test.Treatment will depend on the underlying cause. Here are some tips for preventing vaginal infections that can lead to abnormal discharge: *Keep the vagina clean by washing regularly with a gentle, mild soap and warm water. *Never use scented soaps and feminine products or douche. Also avoid feminine sprays and bubble baths. *After going to the bathroom, always wipe from front to back to prevent bacteria from getting into the vagina and causing an infection. *Wear 100% cotton underpants, and avoid overly tight clothing. Hope this will help Best regards