Why Is My Period Blood Brown?

Brown period blood has various causes but isn’t usually a reason to be concerned. Period blood that looks brown is typically older, meaning it had more time to oxidize, resulting in a darker hue. Brown blood before or after your period or during a light or slow flow can be perfectly normal. However, sometimes, brown discharge can indicate pregnancy or a health concern. Medical conditions like uterine fibroids, polycystic ovary syndrome, and certain infections are some reasons you may have brown period blood. 1. Slow or Light Menstruation Having a light or slow flow, in which the blood has more time to oxidize as it leaves the uterus and exits the vagina, is the most common reason for brown period blood. During this time, blood is exposed to oxygen and turns brown. For people with a very light flow, blood may appear brown throughout their entire period. This is more common if you use a birth control method that can cause lighter periods. Forms of birth control that can cause light bleed...