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Pinkish Discharge After Periods, Bloated And Cramps. Due To Stress?
i finished my period on monday. i started a new rotation as a resident at the sick kids hospital and i have been very very stressed. tuesday i noticed brown discharge, and when i wipe i noticed somewhat pink discharge too. i feel really bloated (i can tell my clothes dont fit the same) and i have bad cramps like i am on my period. is this because im stressed?
Wed, 3 Jul 2013
Hello and welcome to HCM,
Pinkish discharge after periods may be a continuation of the menstrual cycles.
Bloating occurs due to effect of progesterone.
Cramping sensation occurs due to contractions of the uterus.
You need to observe your menstrual cycles for few more months.
A variation in duration and frequency of menstrual cycle is normal in healthy cycles.
Bloating and cramping are common during the pre-menstrual period.
These symptoms occur under the influence of progesterone.
Progesterone level is high during pre=menstrual period.
So, don't worry and observe the cycles for some more time.
If the symptoms are troublesome and irregularity is constantly present, you need to visit your gynecologist for clinical examination, investigations and appropriate management.
Thanks and take care
Dr Shailja P Wahal
Pinkish discharge after periods may be a continuation of the menstrual cycles.
Bloating occurs due to effect of progesterone.
Cramping sensation occurs due to contractions of the uterus.
You need to observe your menstrual cycles for few more months.
A variation in duration and frequency of menstrual cycle is normal in healthy cycles.
Bloating and cramping are common during the pre-menstrual period.
These symptoms occur under the influence of progesterone.
Progesterone level is high during pre=menstrual period.
So, don't worry and observe the cycles for some more time.
If the symptoms are troublesome and irregularity is constantly present, you need to visit your gynecologist for clinical examination, investigations and appropriate management.
Thanks and take care
Dr Shailja P Wahal
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