Brown vaginal discharge after gastric sleeve

[Jen97 0]

Is it normal to have a thick brown vaginal discharge after surgery? Had my period two weeks before surgery.

[GummyBearQueen 115]

Likely just a yeast infection, one dose of Diflucan is likely the treatment.

[Jen97 0]

14 minutes ago, GummyBearQueen said:

Likely just a yeast infection, one dose of Diflucan is likely the treatment.

Yeah, but I have no pain accompanied by it. I looked it up and a yeast infection discharge is white in color so I don't think that's it.

[WishMeSmaller 1,270]

Might be “spotting” due to hormonal shifts post-op. Check in with your PCP.

[catwoman7 10,949]

screwed-up hormones is a common complaint during the first weeks or months after surgery. A lot of women report screwed-up cycles, mood swings, etc. It eventually stabilizes. I'd guess it may be due to this -- but you might want to run it by your doctor just in case.

[SunnyinSC 137]

I haven't had surgery yet, so can't speak to that exactly. That being said, I have experienced spotting (usually dried blood which is thick and brown) when I've lost a lot of weight quickly in the past. I'm on Mirena so I don't get periods at all, which means the spotting came as a surprise. I was advised it's very normal when losing larger amounts of weight. If you're worried definitely phone your doctor though!

[ShoppGirl 3,428]

I have had breakthrough bleeding on and off ever since my surgery. Slowing down now at 12 weeks out. Could it be this?

[Dame21 23]

I had this happen on Keto in the past. 3 week long period due to fat loss. It has something to do with excess estrogen which tends to be stored in fat cells. I have only had 1 cycle post op and it was more normal than it's been in years. I totally agree it's likely hormonal and should calm down.

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[bumblebee13 22]

On 6/6/2021 at 7:45 AM, Jen97 said:

Is it normal to have a thick brown vaginal discharge after surgery? Had my period two weeks before surgery.

I had this too, lasted about a week after surgery however last three days now nothing. Seeing my GP in two weeks going to ask what she thinks

[RLeaT 26]

I'm going to echo what others have said. Any major surgery can cause hormone disruption and make your cycle off for a while. This sounds like some breakthrough bleeding. As long as it's not accompanied with pain or a foul odor, I'm sure you're just fine.

I have PCOS so my menstrual cycle was majorly screwed up before surgery. After surgery, I've had some crazy periods, but also a super normal and healthy one. This was one of the major reasons I decided on the surgery in the first place. The SADI-s (modified DS) will help resolve my PCOS.

If it persists, it would still be a good idea to see your PCP or OBGYN!