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Is it normal for a 13 year old to have brown discharge?
Girls and women may have brown discharge just before, during, or right after their period. Most of the time it’s normal and not a cause for concern. The brown color means that there is slow bleeding from your uterus, unlike when it’s bright red and flowing faster. Brown blood is often a smudge or spotting.
Does Brown discharge mean my first period is coming?
For some, the first period is light, with a small amount of blood. It may begin gradually, starting with some spotting or brown discharge before becoming red.
What if you have discharge but no period?
Cramps and white discharge without a period can sometimes be a sign of pregnancy. Other possible causes include pelvic inflammatory disease, endometriosis, and an infection. Vaginal discharge is normal, and it typically changes texture and color throughout the menstrual cycle.
At what age does a girl start having discharge?
About 6 months to 1 year before a girl gets her first period, her body may start to make vaginal discharge. This is normal and due to changing hormone levels. The discharge helps keep the vagina healthy. Normal vaginal discharge can have a texture that’s anywhere from thin and slightly sticky to thick and gooey.
Is it common to miss a period?
The good news is that it’s actually very common to miss a period once or twice. And in most cases, it’s nothing serious. There are several things that can cause you to miss your period. To understand your M-I-A period, let’s start with how menstruation normally works.
Is it normal to have brown discharge before your period?
If you see brown discharge before your expected period, it could mean your period has arrived early. Brown discharge can also last for a couple of days after the end of your period. It should gradually get lighter and disappear over time.
Is it normal for a girl to have discharge before her period?
– Laura*. About 6 months to 1 year before a girl gets her first period, her body may start to make vaginal discharge. This is normal and due to changing hormone levels. The discharge helps keep the vagina healthy.
What does it mean when your discharge is brown and slimy?
Brown discharge results from oxidized blood mixed with normal cervical mucus. It’s common to see a brown flow at the beginning or end of your menstrual period. Brown discharge around the date of your expected period may indicate that menstruation has begun.
What are the symptoms of normal vaginal discharge?
Normal discharge should have only a slight odor and should never cause itching or burning. If you notice itching, a strong bad smell, or a change in color (such as to brown, gray, or green), it’s a sign of a vaginal infection. If that happens, see a doctor. Sometimes a normal vaginal discharge can irritate the skin.