A101 Should I Be Worried About Brown Discharge?

#### On a visit to the loo, you may have noticed some brown discharge in your underwear or on the toilet paper. Although it can be a little disconcerting, it is usually perfectly normal and no reason to worry.

Whether it’s an entirely new experience for you or it happens every so often, read on to get of the rundown on the ins and outs of brown discharge, what causes it, and when to worry (and when you can safely relax – which is most of the time! Great!)

Read the full article below

Period Hub - PH05 - Pregnancy

Pregnancy

Profresh

Extra Protect

A137 Different Types of Discharge

Different Types of Discharge

PH04 - ADP - Vaginal Discharge - Related Articles

A045 - Caurosal - Why is my period late? 10 Reasons for a Late Period

Why is my period late? 10 Reasons for a Late Period

A130 Discharge Odour: causes, prevention and treatment

Discharge Odour: causes, prevention and treatment

DDA03 - Is it Normal to Have a Lot of Discharge?

Lot of discharge

A137 Different types of vaginal discharge. What are they and what do they mean?

Different types of Discharge

Stay fresh everyday with Always Daily Fresh Normal pantyliners. With their comfort design, they offer a great combination of comfort and protection, so you can rely on them every day without worrying about feeling them. Their unique odour lock technology will protect you from malodours. Ideal for vaginal discharge, as added protection for irregular and light days periods or for any light losses.

Always Daily Fresh Normal Pantyliners

Why You Will Love it!

Concerning signs of brown spotting such as green, smelly lumpy or itchy spotting, pain and fever

When to be concerned?

PH05 - ADP -  Pregnancy Vaginal Discharge - Related Articles

Although occasional, mild bleeding may have an innocent cause—related to stress, ovulation, or changes in contraception—its regular or heavy occurrence should not be ignored. Intermenstrual spotting can indicate more serious health issues, such as intimate infections, endometriosis, uterine fibroids, or even cancerous changes in the cervix or uterus. Early detection of these conditions often increases treatment effectiveness and minimises the risk of complications.

A109 - T04 - Why shouldn’t you ignore spotting between periods?

Why shouldn’t you ignore spotting between periods?

Always Dailies Normal Fresh & Protect

Normal Fresh & Protect

As long as your discharge is not itchy, smelly, or greenish-brown coloured, it is perfectly normal. Signs to look out for are cramping, pelvic pain or bleeding during sex, spots, weight gain, fever, or – as mentioned earlier – strange smells. This may indicate an underlying medical condition or serious hormonal imbalance that requires treatment.

These include things such as ovarian cysts, polycystic ovary syndrome, and cervical cancer (infection should be in this list as would be most common). These are rarely the cause, and they are often accompanied by other symptoms, so please don’t worry, but it is always worth getting the opinion of a medical professional.

A101 - T03 - When Should I Be Concerned About Brown Discharge?

When Should I Be Concerned About Brown Discharge?

Should I Be Worried About Brown Discharge?

A134 What Causes Sticky Discharge

What Causes Sticky Discharge

PH04 - Vaginal Discharge - Related Products

Related Products

Try these too 

You might also love 

A127 Vaginal discharge during pregnancy: What's normal?

Choose Always Daily Flexistyle Normal or Flexistyle Slim for pantyliners that work for all knicker styles.

I'm looking for adaptive/flexible pantyliners.

Put quite straightforwardly, brown discharge is caused by bits of blood getting caught up in your discharge, leaving your body. Here is a list of possible reasons why you might be experiencing brown discharge every once in a while:

- __You Have Just Finished Your Period__ Thick brown discharge is often a sign that your body is cleaning itself by flushing out residual blood from your period. Bits may come out with your discharge in the days after you think your period has ended. Older blood tends to turn more brownish. You might see this during your period when the blood is a bright red in the first few days and becomes browner a few days in. See this as a positive thing, as it means that your body is doing a good job of keeping clean.

- __You Are About To Ovulate__ Brown sticky discharge can also occur due to the hormonal changes your body experiences during ovulation. Oestrogen levels rise, prompting your body to release an egg from your ovaries, so the change in discharge texture is completely normal.

- __It’s Not You, It’s Your Birth Control__ Random brown discharge can be your body’s reaction to a new birth control pill or you might have forgotten to take your pill for a few days recently. This is thanks to the hormonal changes, and the spotting should stop as your body adjusts. If you have forgotten to take your birth control pill it’s important to start taking it as soon as possible and consider emergency contraception if you have had intercourse.

- __Your Cervix is Irritated__ The cervix is fairly sensitive, so anything from a slightly careless pelvic examination to vigorous bedroom antics can be causes of brown discharge.

- __You Are Stressed or Depressed__ Stress and depression can cause the lining of the uterus to thin, and parts of it to come away at unexpected times. Try to identify and remove the cause of stress from your life. Take some time out to relax or, if it feels more serious, see a doctor about the way you are feeling. With the right self-care and support, this brown discharge should clear up.

A101 - T01 - What Causes Brown Discharge?

What Causes Brown Discharge?

The menstrual cycle is affected by various diseases:

- thyroid diseases,
- pituitary tumours,
- adrenal diseases,
- ovarian cysts,
- liver dysfunction,
- coeliac disease,
- diabetes.

A045 - T04 - SUB08 -  Diseases

8. Diseases

A104 Is it normal to have a lot of vaginal discharge?

VDEA04 - Why Do I Have Watery Discharge?

Read

Stay fresh no matter what your style. Try flexible pantyliners Always Dailies Flexistyle for added comfort and discretion.

Always Dailies Flexistyle pantyliners listing page

Always Dailies Flexistyle pantyliners | Always

Maybe you made a mistake counting the days since your last period, so you think why is my period delayed, when in fact, it’s right on schedule.

The average [menstrual cycle](/en-gb/period-hub/first-period-and-puberty/menstrual-cycle-phases) is 28 days. But most women’s cycles are slightly longer or shorter than this. If your period is just two days late, it may be a result of normal cycle fluctuations from month to month.

Many women have slightly irregular cycles with one month being on, say, a 27-day cycle and the following month a 29-day one. This means that if the previous month’s period came “early”, the next month may seem like it’s “late.” It happens to the best of us.

A045 - T04 - SUB02 -  Miscalculation or normal fluctuation?

2.  Miscalculation or normal fluctuation?

One common cause of late periods is [Polycystic Ovary Syndrome](/en-gb/period-hub/symptoms-explained/ovarian-cysts-causes-treatment-and-prevention/), aka PCOS, a condition that many women and girls experience.

This is when multiple follicular cysts form on the ovaries. These cysts contain eggs. PCOS is associated with hormonal disruption, which means the eggs may not be released, resulting in delayed, infrequent or absent periods.

PCOS is very common, and often the symptoms of PCOS can be managed with medication. Ask your doctor if you’re concerned.

A045 - T04 - SUB06 - PCOS

6. PCOS

Carousal - A127 - Vaginal discharge during pregnancy: What's normal?

Vaginal discharge during pregnancy: What's normal?

Product Recommender Flexible Promo - PLP and PDP - Blue BG

04015400564119 C1N1

Worried about brown discharge?

A138 What Does Yellow Discharge Mean?

What Does Yellow Discharge Mean?

PH02 / PH03 - ADP -  Menstrual Cycle / Symptoms Explained -  Our Best Sellers

Our Bestsellers

08001841230566 C1N1

Always Daily Fresh Flexistyle Normal Pantyliners 

A045 7 Reasons for a Late Period - Related Products

Most Always Daily pantyliners contain odour-neutralising technology, so look for this feature when picking your pantyliner.

I am concerned about odour. What is the best liner for my needs?

Stay fresh as a daisy throughout your day with Always Dailies Fresh & Protect pantyliners.

Always Dailies Normal pantyliners listing page

Always Dailies Fresh & Protect pantyliners | Always

A136 Discharge During Menopause

Discharge During Menopause

Absorption 2 DROPS

A102 Bloody Discharge – Should You Worry?

DDA02 - Why Do I Have Yellow Discharge?

A130 Smelly Discharge Odour: causes, prevention and treatment

Smelly Discharge Odour: causes, prevention and treatment

Try these

Stay fresh no matter your style. Always Daily Fresh Normal Flexistyle Pantyliners give you everyday freshness you can rely on, flexible enough to fit all styles of knickers. With their comfort design, they offer a great combination of comfort and protection, so you can rely on them every day without feeling them. With a breathable design that provides trusted dryness, these pantyliners are suited for your everyday life. Their unique odourlock technology will protect you from malodours. Ideal for vaginal discharge, as added protection for irregular and light days periods or for any light losses.

 Always Daily Fresh Flexistyle Normal Pantyliners

VDEA07 - How Do I Know If My Discharge Is Normal?

Abnormal discharge?

Is it linked to pregnancy?

A045 7 Reasons for a Late Period - Related Articles

A109 Spotting between periods – causes, symptoms and prevention

Spotting between periods – causes, symptoms and prevention

DDA01 - Should I Be Worried About Brown Discharge?

Carousal - A101 Should I Be Worried About Brown Discharge?

Discovering a little blood on your knickers before your period is due can be confusing. But breathe deep. It’s usually no big deal. Click to learn more!

A012 Why Am I Bleeding Before My Period Is Due?

Why Am I Bleeding Before My Period Is Due?

A135 What is Clear Stretchy Discharge a Sign of?

What is Clear Stretchy Discharge a Sign of?

A132 Why do I have a yellow discharge? Is yellow discharge normal?

Why do I have a yellow discharge? Is yellow discharge normal?

The Always My Fit sizing chart can be found on the top of all Always’ pad packages and the numbered size is found on the front. The better it ﬁts, the better it protects!

A117 - C04 - Find your size 

Always Infinity FlexProtect Long (Size 2) sanitary pads

## When to see your doctor

For the above reasons, one could conclude that a late period does not mean anything bad. In fact, in some cases it is perfectly normal. However, it is worthwhile in all cases to seek medical advice. Particularly if your period delay is repeated every month or if you have not had your period for two months. Rarely it can be a symptom of a serious illness, such as cancer or diseases of the reproductive system. Also, don't delay seeing your doctor if you have other complaints: severe pain, excessive hair loss, vaginal spotting, acne (which you cannot control), being overweight or underweight.

## What to do if your period is late

Always be prepared!

No one wants to toss their knickers in the bin because they’ve got a period stain on them.

Knowing how to prepare, especially if your period is late or irregular, is key. Wear an

[Always Dailies](/en-gb/feminine-products/panty-liners/always-dailies-fresh-and-protect/) 
Fresh & Protect pantyliner a few days before your period is supposed to come.

<img alt="Always Dailies Pantyliners" src="https://images.ctfassets.net/aqfuj2z95p5p/64ZwiMQQVsbEmJRA4sRkEL/43c6e8a2268486a56b61c71925bf05e4/Always_Daily_Fresh_Normal_Flexistyle_20_342x240.png" className="w-max h-max py-4 flex justify-center self-center justify-self-center" /><br/><br/>
[Always Dailies](/en-gb/feminine-products/panty-liners/always-dailies-fresh-and-protect/) are super thin and flexible, so you’ll barely know you have one on. They also lock away moisture and odours, so you and your knickers will be a-okay when your period does finally come – surprise or not.

We call that a win.

You don't know when exactly you'll get your period. Well, there's a simple solution - just be prepared for your period beforehand! [Always Dailies Normal Fresh](/en-gb/feminine-products/panty-liners/always-dailies-fresh-and-protect/always-dailies-fresh-and-protect-normal-panty-liners/) & [Protect pantyliners](/en-gb/feminine-products/panty-liners/always-dailies-fresh-and-protect/always-dailies-fresh-and-protect-normal-panty-liners/) have unique, breathable design and are so comfortable and flexible that you won't even notice wearing them. Irregular or late, your period won't keep surprising you.

A045 - When to see your doctor -Conculsion Text

Always Dailies Fresh &Protect Pantyliners Normal offer great comfort and protection, so you can rely on them without worrying about feeling them.

Always Daily Fresh Normal Pantyliners | Always

Stay fresh all day

## Having "The Talk"
Puberty, with its physical and emotional changes, can be a rollercoaster ride for girls, so it’s important to have honest and open conversations. How you explain puberty to your daughter will set the tone for the next few years (no pressure!).

If you think it’s time to explain puberty to your daughter and have the ‘period talk’, follow these tips.

A117 How To Explain Periods And Puberty To Your Daughter

A012 - T03 - Why does spotting happen?

Why does spotting happen?

Period Hub - PH04 - Vaginal Discharge

Vaginal Discharge

UDA05 - Smelly Discharge: Causes, Prevention and Treatment

Smelly discharge

While white-coloured discharge is totally normal, texture-wise it should be the same all the way through, without lumps – whether it is sticky, gooey, thin, elastic or thick. This alternative version with clumps in it is not so great, and is very rarely going to be a positive discovery. 

The closest thing we can compare it to is cottage cheese (and we’re so sorry if this puts you off your favourite jacket potato topping for life!) But if what you see in your underwear, or on the toilet paper when wiping after a trip to the loo, is thick curd-like discharge with white chunks in it, then that is what we are talking about here.

Other signs that you may have it include itching in the area, or some pain or swelling, and stinging during sex or having a wee. You might also notice a yeasty sort of smell in your underwear.

A128-T01- How To Recognize Yeast Infection Discharge?

How To Recognize Yeast Infection Discharge?

Some possible causes

Period Hub - PH01 - First Period & Puberty

First Period & Puberty

VDEA06 - Why women wear liners? 

Why women wear liners? 

A010-T01-Calculate your menstrual cycle

Calculate your menstrual cycle

A010- Related Articles 

Caurosal - A117 - How To Explain Periods And Puberty To Your Daughter

How To Explain Periods And Puberty To Your Daughter

Period Hub - PH02 - SEO HEAD - Menstrual Cycle

Menstrual Cycle

Pregnancy mucus at the beginning of pregnancy is a purely physiological symptom. Discharge during early pregnancy occur very frequently and plays an extremely important role, as it forms a special protective barrier for both the foetus and the mother, protecting the reproductive tract from infection. Normal mucus at the beginning of pregnancy is transparent or slightly tinged white or yellow. It can be tractable or thinned. In addition, a mucus plug is formed at the beginning of pregnancy, which passes away before the birth.

__1. Chances are your vaginal discharge will get heavier during pregnancy__
The majority of women will find they experience an increase in thin, milky white, or clear discharge during pregnancy, which is perfectly normal. 

This is because it is even more important to your body than usual, to prevent any infection travelling up your vagina to your womb – and to the baby. This discharge acts as a barrier supporting good vaginal health, while maintaining the PH balance within.

__2. Don’t be concerned when the vaginal mucus plug appears!__ 
Your body creates something called a pregnancy mucus plug to seal off the cervix and prevent bacteria from getting in. This stays in place until your baby is due. It looks like a big lump of jelly-ish, thick discharge in pregnancy, sometimes with streaks of blood in it. It can be quite disconcerting to have this mucus plug pop out, but it is a sign that your cervix is starting to open, and you may soon be going into labour! Assuming you are nearing full term, the appearance of the mucus plug – or ‘show’ as it is also known – is nothing to worry about. Otherwise check with your doctor.

__3. Clear watery discharge during pregnancy is generally nothing to worry about__
The texture of discharge can vary from person to person, and watery clear vaginal discharge in pregnancy is normally fine. It can occasionally be a sign of an STI though, so if you have any signs such as unpleasant or strange smells, or itchiness or pain in the area, it is worth getting it checked out by your doctor.

__4.  Thrush is quite common in pregnancy – but won’t harm you or your baby__
Pregnancy hormones affect the pH in your vagina, making your more prone to yeast infections. But thrush is more a problem just for being unpleasant to deal with, so it is worth knowing the signs so you can deal with it ASAP. If you notice a yeasty smell, stinging pain when you go to the toilet, or thick white cottage cheese discharge during pregnancy, these all point to thrush. It is worth mentioning to your doctor. He or she will give you treatment – generally in the form of a tablet or cream – to clear up the infection.

__5. Always pantyliners can help you feel fresh all day everyday__
If the increase in discharge is causing you discomfort it is worth investing in a pack of Always Dailies pantyliners. Wearing them on a daily basis can soak up excess liquid, and keep you feeling dry and fresh. They are dermatologically tested and safe to be worn daily. That way you can focus on more important things – like enjoying your pregnancy!


A127-T03-5 Things you should know about pregnancy discharge

5 Things you should know about pregnancy discharge

Bloody Discharge – Should You Worry?

Stress can take a toll on your body. If you’ve been under an unusual amount of stress recently (Hello, exams! We’re looking at you!), it can throw off your hormone levels and influence the timing of your period. Intense stress interrupts the production of gonadotropin-releasing hormone - the hormone that regulates ovulation and the menstrual cycle. Disturbances in the production of this hormone delayed period. It is important to remember that prolonged stress as well as sudden and unexpected stress affect menstrual disorders - especially delayed menstruation.

If you suspect your period is delayed due to stress, try some relaxation techniques like breath focus to get back on track.

A045 - T04 - SUB03 - Stress

3. Stress

Don’t worry if you find you have white discharge after yeast infection treatment, as it may well just be parts of the medication leaving your body with your discharge. Alternatively, things may have returned to normal and you are just at a point in your cycle where white discharge is to be expected. 

Of course, if it is still lumpy or you are concerned that this is still a white yeast infection discharge, make a new appointment and go back to see your doctor with your concerns. 

A yellow discharge yeast infection is possible if your discharge naturally has a pale yellow or creamy tinge to it. But more likely than not, like a yeast infection with green discharge, it may signify that something else is going on (either as well as, or instead of a yeast infection). These colours generally tend to mean you have a bacterial infection or STI, and should get this looked at by a doctor, or at a sexual health clinic.

Pink discharge after yeast infection treatment may be a sign that the cream has irritated your vagina, causing a bit of bleeding that has mixed with your discharge. A small amount is not unusual, but if it continues, or if you are feeling raw or painful inside, do follow up with your doctor.

A128-T10- What Should My Discharge Look Like After the Treatment?

What Should My Discharge Look Like After the Treatment?

A108 Vaginal care - tips every woman should know

How to Calculate Your Menstrual Cycle

You may have noticed some spots of blood in your underwear or on the toilet paper when you wipe. Maybe your discharge has an overall brownish-reddish tinge to it or maybe it’s like a kind of clear discharge with blood in it.

Why is my period late? This is a question that can keep many women awake at night. A period can appear a few days after the planned date for a completely different reason. If it happens occasionally, it does not necessarily mean there is a reason to worry. If your menstrual cycles are becoming increasingly irregular and the intervals between bleeds are getting longer, you should consult your doctor.

A045 Why is my period late? 10 Reasons for a Late Period

 PH02- A012 Why Am I Bleeding Before My Period Is Due? - Related Articles

Watery discharge

A117 How to explain periods and puberty to your daughter - Related Articles

When you’re pregnant, every little change in your body takes on greater significance, and you can read each of them as a sign of what is happening with your baby. That is great, as long as you don’t over-interpret, or assume everything is an indication that things are going wrong! The same thing applies to your discharge.

A127 - Vaginal discharge during pregnancy: What's normal?

Always Daily Fresh Secondary image 4

Always Daily Pantyliners are essential in every woman's bathroom and handbag. They provide daily freshness and protection, tailored to meet your specific needs. Our pantyliners offer a dry underwear feel every day.<br/>

Always Daily Fresh Pantyliners are available in a variety of styles to match your needs. You can find pantyliners designed for different panty styles including thongs. These pantyliners are thin, light, and breathable, allowing you to forget you're wearing one. The edge-to-edge adhesive technology ensures that the liner stays securely in place, even as you move. Additionally, you have the option to choose between scented and unscented pantyliners.<br/>

If you're looking for more protection, Always Daily Protect Liners lock in leaks and odours, ensuring you stay fresh throughout the day, while Always Daily Extra Protect Liners are the ideal solution for sensitive bladders.
Rely on Always Daily Pantyliners daily for comfort, protection, and freshness. Whatever your fancy, Always Daily has the perfect solution for you!

Always Daily Pantyliners are essential in every woman's bathroom and handbag.

How do Always Liners provide protection and freshness?

Always Daily Fresh Flexistyle Normal Pantyliners 20 ct

20 ct

During breastfeeding you may have light periods, late periods or you may not have periods at all. When breastfeeding begins, a woman's body has high levels of prolactin, the hormone that makes milk appear in the breasts. Prolactin not only helps to feed the baby with natural food, but also inhibits ovulation, resulting in the stopping or delaying of menstruation.

Now you know what happens when your period is late – hopefully you feel more relaxed. Most of the time, hormone fluctuations that cause late periods will stabilise.

A045 - T04 - SUB10 - Breastfeeding 

10. Breastfeeding

VDEA05 - Bloody discharge

A012- HT01 - Factors that may increase likelihood of spotting

Factors that may increase likelihood of spotting

Back

A012 Article Flash card first Image Bleeding between Periods

A012 Bleeding Between Periods

Always EN UK Articles A100-Why-Do-I-Have-Watery-Discharge Why-Do-I-Have-Watery-Discharge

Always Daily Liners Aurora SI26

A138-Why-Do-I-Have-Yellow-Discharge

Always_EN_UK/Articles/A108-Feminine-intimate-hygiene/Feminine-intimate-hygiene.jpg

Always Daily Liners Aurora SI03

A133-Vaginal-Discharge-Colour-Guide

A101 - Should I be worried about Brown Discharge

What-Is-Vaginal-Discharge

Worried about brown discharge - SP

A135-What-is-Clear-Stretchy-Discharge-a-Sign-of

productRecommender

Always Daily Liners Aurora SI05

Product Recommender

Always EN UK Articles A129-Why-Do-I-Have-Green-Vaginal-Discharge A129-Why-Do-I-Have-Green-Vaginal-Discharge

Top-5-Reasons-to-Use-Panty-Liners

Always Daily Liners Aurora SI09

A132-Why-Do-I-Have-Yellow-Discharge

Always_EN_UK/Articles/A045-7-Reasons-for-a-Late-Period/Head_7_Reasons-for-a-late-period.jpg

Always_EN_UK/Articles/A010-How-to-Calculate-Your-Menstrual-Cycle/Head_how-to-calculate-your-menstrual-cycle.jpg.jpg

A130 -Smelly discharge

A139-Is-My-Discharge-Normal-or-Abnormal

Dr. Tariq Miskry image

Always Daily Liners Aurora SI25

A136-Why-Has-My-Discharge-Changed-Since-The-Menopause

Always_EN_UK/Articles/A104-Is-it-normal-to-have-a-lot-of-discharge/Is-it-normal-to-have-a-lot-of-discharge.jpg

A117 Explain periods to daughter

Always_EN_UK/Articles/A105-Ovulation-and-discharge/Ovulation-and-discharge.jpg

When to be concerned - SP

Always Daily Liners Aurora SI27

A128 - what does yeast infection look like

Always_EN_UK/Articles/A140-Why-Do-I-Have-White-Discharge/A140-Why-Do-I-Have-White-Discharge.jpg