Patient's question:
I am 23 years old.Since the end of December, after my period, there has been brown discharge from my vagina every day, in small amounts, and it has lasted for 10 days. Intercourse occurred during my period—could it be related? Thank you.
Doctor's answer:
Hello: Menstrual cycle length refers to a basically normal cycle with an extended period of 7 days or more, also known as continuous menstruation. It is divided into two types:Blood Stasis Type:
- General Symptoms: Lower abdominal pain and tenderness, menstrual period lasting more than 8 days with a small amount of flow, dark-colored blood with clots, a tongue with petechiae, and a wiry, (sluggish) pulse.
- Treatment: Promote blood circulation, remove stasis, and stop bleeding.
- Medication: Taohong Siwu Decoction plus Shixiao Powder and Leonurus cardiaca.
Yin Deficiency with Blood Heat:
- General Symptoms: Dry throat and mouth, night sweats, heat in the palms and soles, menstrual period lasting more than 8 days with a small amount of flow, bright red and viscous blood, a red tongue with little moisture, and a thready, rapid pulse.
- Treatment: Nourish yin, clear heat, and stop bleeding.
- Medication: Liangdi Decoction combined with Erzhi Pills, plus Rubia cordifolia, Leonurus cardiaca, Ligustrum japonicum, and Eclipta alba.
However, Traditional Chinese Medicine emphasizes syndrome differentiation and treatment. It is best for you to consult a local traditional Chinese medicine hospital. Wishing you a speedy recovery.