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Can the abnormal vaginal discharge be due to my periods?

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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I have irregular periods and have had abnormal vaginal discharge for a few days. I thought it was my period, but it was not.

I did not have my period for two months, but this vaginal discharge with blood in it has been there for a few days.

Thank you.

Answered by Dr. Uzma Arqam

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Uzma Arqam is a dedicated Obstetrician and Gynecologist with expertise in prenatal care, high-risk pregnancy management, infertility treatment, menstrual disorders, and minimally invasive gynecological procedures. She provides comprehensive women’s healthcare with a focus on safety, compassion, and personalized treatment. Dr. Arqam is committed to supporting women’s health at every stage of life through evidence-based practices and patient-centered care.

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Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

Please send me your detailed reports of obstetrics, gynecology, medical, surgical, and drug history.

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I advise you to

  1. Seek investigations to receive proper treatment.
  2. Eat a healthy, nutritious diet with less salt, sugar, spice, and salt.
  3. Do regular exercise, walk, and do yoga to have a normal BMI (basal metabolic index) and weight.
  4. If you are sexually active, have serum beta hCG (human chorionic gonadotropin) immediately to check pregnancy status, and if positive, have a transvaginal scan as you might need evacuation. In case of a negative pregnancy test, have menstrual induction.
  5. If you are not sexually active, have menstrual induction by having tablet Primolute N (Norethisterone) 10 milligrams twice daily for five days and then wait for one to two weeks for menstrual bleeding.
  6. On day two of bleeding, take serum insulin, prolactin, progesterone, serum testosterone, FSH (follicle-stimulating hormone), LH (luteinizing hormone), and thyroid function test.
  7. One ultrasound pelvis is needed.
  8. Collect all laboratory reports and discuss them here.
  9. Take a high vaginal swab and one local hysteroscopic examination by a senior specialist.
  10. Maintain strict hygiene. Use soft, cotton undergarments.
  11. Use water for local cleaning, and avoid cosmetic products locally.

Thank you.

Answered by Dr. Uzma Arqam
Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At January 26, 2023
Reviewed At December 8, 2023

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Uzma Arqam is a dedicated Obstetrician and Gynecologist with expertise in prenatal care, high-risk pregnancy management, infertility treatment, menstrual disorders, and minimally invasive gynecological procedures. She provides comprehensive women’s healthcare with a focus on safety, compassion, and personalized treatment. Dr. Arqam is committed to supporting women’s health at every stage of life through evidence-based practices and patient-centered care.

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

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Uzma Arqam is a dedicated Obstetrician and Gynecologist with expertise in prenatal care, high-risk pregnancy management, infertility treatment, menstrual disorders, and minimally invasive gynecological procedures. She provides comprehensive women’s healthcare with a focus on safety, compassion, and personalized treatment. Dr. Arqam is committed to supporting women’s health at every stage of life through evidence-based practices and patient-centered care.

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

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