Dark Red/Brown & Clumpy Period: Causes & What to Expect
Dark red/brown, clumpy menstrual blood can result from:
- Old blood: Slower flow allows oxidation.
- Blood clots: Large endometrial pieces; common with heavy flow.
- Endometriosis: Heavy, painful periods with dark blood.
- Adenomyosis: Similar to endometriosis.
- Fibroids/polyps: Cause heavy, dark bleeding.
- Cancer (rare): Uterine/cervical malignancy.
If concerned about color, consistency, or associated pain, see your doctor for evaluation and appropriate management.
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