What does it mean when your period is just brown through out cycle?
Brown discharge during your menstrual cycle can have several different causes. Some of these causes are harmless, while others can indicate a medical issue.
Common causes
* Premenstrual spotting. This is light bleeding that occurs in the days leading up to your period. It is usually caused by the changing hormone levels that occur during this time.
* Ovulation. The sudden surge of the hormone estrogen during ovulation can cause a small amount of bleeding or spotting.
* Implantation bleeding. This occurs when the fertilized egg implants in the uterine wall. It usually happens about 10-14 days after ovulation, which can be close to the time when you expect to start your period.
* Uterine fibroids. These non-cancerous growths in the uterus can sometimes cause brown discharge.
* Contraceptive pills. The hormonal changes caused by birth control pills can affect your period. This can cause your period to become lighter or irregular, or you may have spotting between periods.
* Menopause. As you approach menopause, your hormone levels start to fluctuate. This can cause your period to become irregular or stop altogether. You may also experience spotting between periods.
* Pregnancy. If you are sexually active and brown discharge occurs with other early pregnancy symptoms (such as nausea or breast tenderness), it's important to take a pregnancy test to rule out pregnancy.
* Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). This condition is caused by an infection of the reproductive organs. It can cause brown discharge as well as pain, fever, and chills.
Less common causes
* Cancer of the uterus, ovaries, or cervix. These cancers can cause brown discharge if the cells start to break down and bleed.
* Polyps. These are small, non-cancerous growths that can form in the uterus. They can cause brown discharge if they start to bleed or if they block the menstrual flow.
It is important to note that brown discharge is not always a cause for concern. However, because some causes can be serious, it is best to see a doctor to rule out any underlying medical conditions.
Your doctor can perform a physical exam and may order tests, such as a blood test, urine test, or ultrasound, to determine the cause of your brown discharge.