I had bleeding with dark brown mucus after intercourse. Is this normal bleeding?

Question

Hi doctor,

I had my periods 16 days ago. As soon I completed my menses ten days back, I had intercourse with my partner. Yesterday the bleeding was dark brown with mucus, and today I have been experiencing a heavy red mucus flow. Is this normal bleeding caused due to infection? Or hormonal imbalance or else any other problem? Please do give possibilities for why this is happening?

Answer 1

Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

Thanks for reaching out.

Based on the history and symptoms you have provided, you are having midcycle spotting. It is a kind of light vaginal bleeding that happens in women who have ovulatory cycles. It usually lasts for 3 to 4 days and stops on its own. You do not need to stress about it. I am assuming you are not taking any hormonal contraceptive pills or injections or using devices. If the bleeding increases, if you change one pad every two hours, or if you pass clots or have excess tummy pain, you need to see a doctor to do a local examination and ultrasound. It is unlikely due to pregnancy, as it has occurred midcycle; implantation bleeding in pregnancy is more towards 25 days of LMP (last menstrual period). Other less important causes could be hormonal disturbances associated with stress, a recent change in diet, environment, etc.

I hope this answers your query. Feel free to reach out with any further queries.

Answer 2

Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern. It is unlikely due to pregnancy and mostly due to midcycle ovulatory spotting. Do not worry.