Most women notice brown discharge in the middle of the cycle, but 80% of them are insignificant and only 20% have abundant discharge, which occurs spontaneously or immediately after sexual contact and often indicates diseases of the internal genital organs. A natural phenomenon is the release of fluid a few days before or after menstruation. Such signs should not cause anxiety and anxiety.
If brown discharge in women lasts more than three days, they are accompanied by pain, malaise and fever, then it is urgent to seek medical help, because this may be associated with an ectopic pregnancy, also indicate spontaneous miscarriage, etc.
In medicine, several types of bleeding between periods are distinguished:
Profuse uterine bleeding - metrorrhagia
Intermenstrual bleeding
Metrorrhagia is different from regular menstruation. It can occur during the menstrual period and at any age. It is observed in diseases such as:
· Cancer of the body and cervix;
Internal adenomyosis;
Fibromyoma;
Sarcoma;
Cervical erosion;
Appendage tumors;
Endometritis;
Endometriosis;
Uterine retrodeurization.
The cause may also be a complication of pregnancy.
As for intermenstrual discharge, they arise for the following reasons:
- an intrauterine device is installed ;
violation of the hormonal background;
-the beginning or end of taking contraceptives containing the hormone - estrogen;
- spontaneous miscarriage;
Lack of thyroid hormones;
-long or improper administration of drugs;
gynecological procedures - biopsy, cauterization;
severe stress or shock;
- vaginal injury or the presence of vaginal infections.
If the brown discharge in the middle of the cycle is scarce and does not contaminate the underwear, i.e. they can be seen only on paper - this is a completely normal phenomenon. They occur about a few weeks before menstruation. This usually occurs during ovulation. These days, the chances of having a baby increase.
Dark brown mid-cycle discharge: possible causes
· The presence of STDs.
· Increased estrogen hormone during ovulation, which is the reason for rejection of the uterine epithelium.
Polyps and uterine fibroids.
Often brown discharge in the middle of the cycle is observed in the first months of taking oral contraceptives. In the event that bleeding lasts more than two months, immediately make an appointment with a doctor, this may indicate inflammatory and infectious diseases of the genitourinary system.
If brown discharge in the middle of the cycle becomes darker (closer to black), this indicates the destruction or oxidation of blood whites in the vagina. Abnormal are those whites that exude an unpleasant odor. Typically, perimenstrual leucorrhoea has no “aroma” and quickly disappears.
It should be noted that cancer of the uterus is characterized by similar bloody whites with a brownish tint both in the middle and at the end of the cycle. Therefore, it is very important to consult a specialist in a timely manner and undergo an appropriate examination to identify the true cause. Based on the results of the tests, a qualified doctor will prescribe an effective treatment.
But do not try to self-medicate, because by doing so you will aggravate the situation. The disease can go into a chronic stage, and then the treatment will be very difficult and long-term. Also, the disease can lead to dangerous complications, which subsequently are likely to affect the reproductive function of a young woman.