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Is the dark brown discharge a complication of my pregnancy?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I am pregnant and have almost completed two months of pregnancy. I have already taken the first dose of the vaccine. The problem is that I am experiencing dark brown discharge. I consulted a doctor, and the doctor advised me to take tablet Duphaston (Dydrogesterone) 10 mg, but it did not help, and I still have a dark brown discharge. Please share your suggestion.

Answered by Dr. Poonguzhali Liston

Education:

MS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Poonguzhali Liston is a skilled Obstetrician and Gynecologist specializing in comprehensive women’s health care, including high-risk pregnancies, infertility, and minimally invasive gynecological surgeries. She is experienced in prenatal care, childbirth, and managing reproductive health disorders. Dr. Liston is committed to providing compassionate, personalized care focused on enhancing women’s health and well-being at every stage of life through evidence-based and patient-centered treatment.    

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Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern.

Minimal spotting or brown discharge can occur in the first twelve weeks of pregnancy and is normal if not associated with pain or cramp. It is called implantation bleeding and will stop on its own by twelve weeks or on starting Duphaston (Dydrogesterone) 10 mg. This medicine supports pregnancy, and in case of bleeding, it helps control it.

If you are bleeding or spotting and it is causing you concern, I recommend getting a scan done. The scan will rule out any subchorionic hemorrhage, cervical length, and the baby's general well-being. If all is good in the scan and you still have spots, you can continue the Duphaston, and bleeding will stop by twelve weeks.

Hope this was useful.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At April 6, 2022
Reviewed At December 8, 2023

Education:

MS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Poonguzhali Liston is a skilled Obstetrician and Gynecologist specializing in comprehensive women’s health care, including high-risk pregnancies, infertility, and minimally invasive gynecological surgeries. She is experienced in prenatal care, childbirth, and managing reproductive health disorders. Dr. Liston is committed to providing compassionate, personalized care focused on enhancing women’s health and well-being at every stage of life through evidence-based and patient-centered treatment.    

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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Education:

MS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Poonguzhali Liston is a skilled Obstetrician and Gynecologist specializing in comprehensive women’s health care, including high-risk pregnancies, infertility, and minimally invasive gynecological surgeries. She is experienced in prenatal care, childbirth, and managing reproductive health disorders. Dr. Liston is committed to providing compassionate, personalized care focused on enhancing women’s health and well-being at every stage of life through evidence-based and patient-centered treatment.    

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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