What Causes Brown Vaginal Discharge While On Estrogen Ring?

Posted on Tue, 3 Feb 2015

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Question : I have been using an estrogen ring for many years for vaginal dryness. In December
estrace @ 1 gram per day. I am experiencing a brownish red discharge. I also seem
to have an ache on my right side. Is this a sign of cancer?

Answered by Dr. Manisha Jain (10 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
pap smear and ultrasound advised

Detailed Answer:
Hello mam, thanks for trusting health care magic.
You need to get a Pap smear and ultrasound pelvis for these complaints.
Kindly get that done on your scheduled appointment and after that you can discuss further management with me on health care magic.
At your age this symptom can be an early sign of cancer so needs full work up.
All the best.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar