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Vaginal Discharge Brown

Vaginal Discharge Brown

With vaginal discharge, brown tinged secretions may indicate a virus, such as lichen sclerosis, which a pap smear will detect. A normal flow should be mucous-like clear or milky with no odor. It consists of secretions produced by the cervix and vagina mixed with old cells and bacteria present in the vagina. Changes in the amount and color of the flow can happen due to several causes. With vaginal discharge, brown tinged secretions may indicate a virus, such as lichen sclerosis, which a pap smear will detect.

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Vaginal Discharge Brown

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Lichen Sclerosis, Pap Smear

During early pregnancy, brownish-tinged flow is possible. It is caused by the implantation of the blastocyst into the uterus lining and is considered normal. Excessive bloody flow later in pregnancy requires a medical attention as it may indicate a pre-term labor. With vaginal discharge, brown tinged secretions may indicate a virus, such as lichen sclerosis, which a pap smear will detect.

Other Topics: HPV, HPV Treatment, HPV Vaccine, HPV Prevention, HPV Infection in Man, Human Papillomavirus Infection, Human Papilloma Virus, Severe Cervical Dysplasia, Pap Smear, Genital Wart

Dr. Joe Glickman, Jr., M.D.

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