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Could Dark Brown And Light Discharge After Periods Be Hormonal Issues?

Hi There. Ok this is a hormonal issue of some sort. Here s what happened. 6 weeks ago, I had intercourse using the pull out method, (yer unreliable I know) approx 1.5 - 2 weeks later/ 3-4 weeks ago. I had what I d term a normal period. Now starting last week and continuing for a week (the normal length of my period, I have had dark brown but light discharge. (My cycle is usually 5 weeks from start to start) Some what confused on what is happening? - Bell
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

Of course, a pregnancy test is needed. If there is no pregnancy, thyroid function is to be checked.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

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Dr. Mirjeta Guni
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Could Dark Brown And Light Discharge After Periods Be Hormonal Issues?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Of course, a pregnancy test is needed. If there is no pregnancy, thyroid function is to be checked. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Mirjeta Guni