Dr. Natasha Bansal
Obstetrics and Gynecology
The following is an actual conversation between an iCliniq user and a doctor that has been reviewed and published as a Premium Q&A.
Answered by
Medically reviewed by
Patient's Query
Hello doctor,
I had unprotected sex a while back and took a contraceptive pill on the fourth day. I was worried about getting pregnant and expecting my periods today. I do not have any period cramps that usually come by this time, and the main thing is I have this thick bloody discharge. Initially, the discharge was brownish, but it has turned red and is very thick. I experienced some cramps in the lower abdomen along with the discharge. I feel my stomach bloating. I feel hungry after taking I-pill. Kindly tell me what I should do next. I am worried about getting pregnant.
Hello,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
I have read your concern in detail and will surely help you out. Can you please tell me if you have taken the urine pregnancy test or not?
Thank you.
Patient's Query
Thank you doctor for the reply,
I have not undergone the urine pregnancy test for only three weeks. Can you please guide me regarding the discharge? I am concerned about whether the discharge is due to miscarriage or pregnancy. I have attached the images of the discharge.
Hello,
Welcome back to icliniq.com.
From the reports attached (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity), I can see that the bloody discharge does not signify miscarriage or pregnancy. As you have taken I-pill (Levonorgestrel) in this cycle, irregular bleeding and discharge can occur. So first, we need to rule out pregnancy for further management. I suggest you take a urine pregnancy test and revert with the results.
Patient's Query
Thank you doctor for the reply,
Can you please guide me on how to take the urine pregnancy test? I am having this very dark brown and black discharge. I have also attached the images of the discharge.
Hello,
Welcome back to icliniq.com.
I have reviewed the attached images (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity), and there is nothing to worry about. Sometimes this type of dark bleeding is common before normal periods, which usually happens due to hormonal disturbance in the body. Therefore, it will be fine after one or two cycles. However, you can purchase a pregnancy kit from a nearby pharmacy to rule out pregnancy. The kit consists of a dropper with the help of which you can take two drops of an early morning urine sample and put it in the space provided in the kit. A single line signifies a negative result, and two lines indicate positive results.
Patient's Query
Thank you doctor for the reply,
Actually I have never ever had delayed periods and this is the first time so I am worried. Is the test 100 % effective?
Hello,
Welcome back to icliniq.com.
Have you taken the test? I have advised you twice to take the test. Nobody can guarantee you regarding anything. Take this test and if this is negative there are other methods to rule out pregnancy. I have already told you the reason for delayed periods that you have taken I-pill (Levonorgestrel) and after this pill, it is very common to have irregular cycles
Patient's Query
Thank you doctor for the reply,
Due to some work and personal issues I could not go out and as of now my bleeding has started but it is still a bit blackish. A jelly kind of mass came out but I am not sure why my abdomen was paining for two hours. I can get the pregnancy test done in a few days.
Hello,
Welcome back to icliniq.com.
If you have got normal periods now then do not worry. Get the test done whenever you can. If the bleeding is heavy or with clots or does not stop in three to four days then urine pregnancy test is must and also ultrasound will be required
Patient's Query
Thank you doctor for the reply,
Actually it has been three days but I saw clots today.
Hello,
Welcome back to icliniq.com.
If possible get a blood test done at home as some labs provide option for home collection, and get serum beta hCG levels done.This also helps In ruling out pregnancy and is a better test than urine preganancy test.
Patient's Query
Thank you doctor for the reply,
Should I take the test if bleeding stops?
Hello,
Welcome back to icliniq.com.
Even if the bleeding stops take the pregnancy test to be on a safer side.
Was this conversation helpful?
Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Related Questions
My blood and urine pregnancy test are positive, but there is no visible sac in the scan. Is this ectopic?
I have brown discharges after my period and felt a big chunk of something inside my vagina. Why?
Watery Vaginal Discharge
Could vaginal brown discharge be a sign of cervical cancer?
Why are faint T lines appearing on urine pregnancy tests, while ultrasounds say I am not pregnant?
Yellow Vaginal Discharge
Disclaimer: No content published on this website is intended to be a substitute for professional medical diagnosis, advice or treatment by a trained physician. Seek advice from your physician or other qualified healthcare providers with questions you may have regarding your symptoms and medical condition for a complete medical diagnosis. Do not delay or disregard seeking professional medical advice because of something you have read on this website. Read our Editorial Process to know how we create content for health articles and queries.
This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. iCliniq privacy policy
