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What Causes Brown Vaginal Discharge?

Hi, i had some brownish discharge for about five days from the 7th of this month till the 12th and it was only when i wiped after peeing. Then nothing. Today is 4 days before my expected period and im having really light brown spotting when i wipe again, just wondering if i could be pregnant?
Thu, 11 Aug 2016
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Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
Yes, we should definitely rule out pregnancy first.
So get done urinary pregnancy test and ultrasound examination of abdomen to rule out pregnancy.
If both these are normal then no need to worry for pregnancy.
Sometimes, hormonal imbalance and vaginal infection can also cause similar brown discharge. So consult gynecologist and get done clinical examination, hormone levels and microscopic examination of discharge.
You may need antibiotics.
Avoid moisture and perspiration in private parts. Keep proper hygiene of private part. Avoid masturbation or sex for few days if you are sexually active.. Don't worry, you will be alright with all these.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
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What Causes Brown Vaginal Discharge?

Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Yes, we should definitely rule out pregnancy first. So get done urinary pregnancy test and ultrasound examination of abdomen to rule out pregnancy. If both these are normal then no need to worry for pregnancy. Sometimes, hormonal imbalance and vaginal infection can also cause similar brown discharge. So consult gynecologist and get done clinical examination, hormone levels and microscopic examination of discharge. You may need antibiotics. Avoid moisture and perspiration in private parts. Keep proper hygiene of private part. Avoid masturbation or sex for few days if you are sexually active.. Don t worry, you will be alright with all these. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.