Patient's question:
In the past two months, after my period stopped for about the 7th or 8th day, my leukorrhea contained brownish blood, lasting for about a week. What could be the reason?Doctor's answer:
Ovulatory bleeding. Western medicine calls it ovulatory bleeding, while traditional Chinese medicine refers to it as "intermenstrual bleeding." This occurs due to a temporary decline in estrogen levels, causing the endometrium to partially shed without hormonal support, resulting in regular vaginal bleeding. The amount of bleeding is usually minimal, with some experiencing only small amounts of brownish discharge. It typically lasts for half a day or 2-3 days, and in most cases, it does not exceed 7 days. It may be accompanied by mild ovulation pain and lower back discomfort. For those measuring basal body temperature, this bleeding usually occurs during the transition from low to high temperature. If the symptoms are mild, treatment may not be necessary. However, if the symptoms are significant and may affect fertility, treatment should be considered.