Patient's question:
How to distinguish between menstruation and uterine bleeding, could it be advanced cancer?Doctor's answer:
Distinguish by color and condition. Menstrual blood is generally dark red and viscous, and may have a mild, non-pungent odor. It is the smell of waste products from the body. Vaginal bleeding may mix with white discharge or flow directly out, appearing bright red and non-viscous. The amount is small, with no odor. After a while, you may notice that the sanitary pad shows a dark brown color, which is still normal menstruation. You can also distinguish it by time. If your period is regular, then bleeding during the usual time of your period is more likely to be menstruation.