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discharge...that im assuming is from implantation.

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I just recently noticed brown discharge...like 2 days ago that im assuming is from implantation. Today(2days after the discharge) im having unvomfortable aches on my right side...not severe but annoying. Could i be pregnant...and is the ache normal? my boyfriend and i had unprotected sex a few weeks ago)


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replied July 19th, 2012
Am I Pregnant Answer A37246
Hi, and thanks for your query on eHealth forum!

If the brown discharge came a week or 10 days before your periods, then yes, it can be due to implantation bleed. Wait until your next due date for periods. If you miss periods take a pregnancy test and see.

If the pregnancy test is negative and brown discharge continues, then this can be due to a foreign body (like a condom or tempon left behind) or due to cervical cancer or dysplasia, fibroids in uterus, endometriosis, or due to a STD or fungal infection. You will need pregnancy test, ultrasound, STD panel and PAP smear for confirmed diagnosis. Since a confirmed diagnosis cannot be given on net please consult your gynecologist regarding this. Hope this helps. Take care!


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