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    Navigate: FAQ Home Page > Female -- Vaginal Discharge/Infections > Brown discharge and pain
    Posted on: 04/10/2008

    Question

    i have had a really dark brown vaginal discharge for the past 2-3 months now, and it's heavier than my period. i sometimes get bad pains in my sides and it's really painful during intercourse. i'm only 18 and i can't figure out the problem; have you any idea?

    Answer

    All I can say is please see a doctor, especially since you are sexually active! Brown discharge and pain can both indicate a sexually transmitted infection.


    Answered By:
    Nancy Brown , Ed.S, M.A., Ph.D.


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