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What Causes Brown Vaginal Spotting?

I am 73 years old. In the past many years I have had a couple of D & C s for spotting. The conclusion was that I just needed cleaning out . I have never been pregnant and the D & C s are the only surgery I have ever had. I went into menopause about 20 years ago. About two months ago, I had just a hint of brown on a pad, worn for slit bladder leakage. The hints were not every day but have continued both in frequency and amount. Beginning about two hours ago, I actually had a significant amount of brown on the pad and for the first time, there was color on the toilet paper. Do you have any thoughts on this? I have an appointment with my family physician tomorrow, but as I was researching hysterectomy, I got the opportunity to talk to you. Thank you, Ann O Connor YYYY@YYYY
Wed, 7 Jun 2017
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

When bleeding occurs for the longer period than it is usually, as in your case, then there are few possible causes and most common is a hormone imbalance. PCOS is one of the causes of hormonal imbalance.

While some causes may be easy to treat, others can indicate a serious underlying condition. Whether you notice spotting or heavier bleeding in between periods, it’s important to see your doctor for testing, diagnosis, and treatment options.

Other potential causes of bleeding between periods include a growth in the uterus or cervix, stress, change in medications, miscarriage, and vaginal dryness. Your doctor will also likely give you a physical exam, including a pelvic exam. Diagnostic tests can help your doctor to find the cause of the bleeding. Your doctor may draw blood to check hormone levels. Then right treatment can be recommended.

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

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Dr. Ivan R. Rommstein
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What Causes Brown Vaginal Spotting?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. When bleeding occurs for the longer period than it is usually, as in your case, then there are few possible causes and most common is a hormone imbalance. PCOS is one of the causes of hormonal imbalance. While some causes may be easy to treat, others can indicate a serious underlying condition. Whether you notice spotting or heavier bleeding in between periods, it’s important to see your doctor for testing, diagnosis, and treatment options. Other potential causes of bleeding between periods include a growth in the uterus or cervix, stress, change in medications, miscarriage, and vaginal dryness. Your doctor will also likely give you a physical exam, including a pelvic exam. Diagnostic tests can help your doctor to find the cause of the bleeding. Your doctor may draw blood to check hormone levels. Then right treatment can be recommended. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Ivan R. Rommstein