During menstruation, the body sheds tissue and blood from the uterus through the vagina. This bloody discharge can vary from bright red to dark brown or black depending on how old it is.
Blood (and tissue) changes color depending on how long it has been exposed to air oxygenation, Blood color appears darker because it has reacted with oxygen, and the majority of the water in blood will have evaporated, making a more concentrated pigmentation. According to the American Academy of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, your period may be used as a vital health sign. Anything from the length of your cycle to the textures and colors you see may indicate something important about your health.
In this article, we present a period blood chart and discuss what the different colors of period blood can mean. We also cover color changes during a period, what clots mean, and when to see a doctor.
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1. Bright red
Bright red blood indicates fresh blood and a steady flow. thus it doesn’t have time to darken before it exits your body. Your blood may stay this way your whole period or may darken as your flow slows.
Unusual spotting or bleeding between menstrual cycles may be a sign of :
Infection or Some infections, like chlamydia and gonorrhea, may cause bleeding between periods. If you’re seeing blood before you’re due to start your period, consider contacting your doctor. In some cases, the intensive flow of bright red blood can be an indication of miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy.
In case of pregnancy any color may or may not be the reason for alarm. Sometimes, however, it’s a sign of miscarriage. Sometimes women have bleeding and go on to deliver healthy babies. Each case is unique. It’s best to check in with your doctor whenever you see blood during pregnancy.
Rarely, bright red bleeding may be a sign of cervical cancer. Other symptoms of cervical cancer include:
heavier periods
periods that last longer than normal
bleeding after sexual intercourse
foul-smelling vaginal discharge
pain in the lower back, pelvis, or legs
loss of appetite
unexplained weight loss
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2. Pink period blood
Shortly before menstruation is due to start, some women notice light red or pink spotting in their underwear.spotting can occur when period blood mixes with cervical fluid. This spotting can be a sign of low estrogen levels and, in such cases, it’s best to consult a healthcare professional for further investigation.
Using hormonal birth control can lower estrogen levels in the body, which can lead to a lighter flow with a pinkish hue during periods. And also sexual intercourse can create small tears in the vagina or the cervix. Blood from these tears can mix with vaginal fluids and exit a person’s body as a pink discharge.
Other causes of pink period blood can include:
- significant weight loss
- unhealthful diet
- anemia
- Pregnancy
- maybe a sign of cervical cancer and should be evaluated by a healthcare provider
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3. Brown or black period blood
Old blood gets darker if it stays outside of blood vessels. When blood comes into contact with air, it goes through a process called oxidation. As the hemoglobin and iron in your blood interact with the air, your blood turns brown. Brown blood or spotting can sometimes also be an early sign of pregnancy that doctors refer to as implantation bleeding. At the beginning or end of your period, blood can be a dark brown/red shade and can have a thick consistency—but it’s also normal for the first signs of your period to be bright red and more liquid.
t is important for women who experience spotting or vaginal bleeding during pregnancy to speak to their doctor or obstetrician.
4. Orange
When blood mixes with cervical fluid it may also appear orange. As a result, you may see orange discharge for the same reasons you see pink discharge. Although the orange period blood or discharge does not always indicate an infection, it is a good idea for a person to see a doctor or gynecologist for an evaluation.
Orange blood is associated with:
Implantation spotting
Any abnormally colored or unusual discharge may also be a sign of bacterial infection or sexually transmitted infection (STI).
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5. Gray
Shortly before menstruation is due to start, some women notice light red or pink spotting in their underwear.spotting can occur when period blood mixes with cervical fluid. This spotting can be a sign of low estrogen levels and, in such cases, it’s best to consult a healthcare professional for further investigation. Using hormonal birth control can lower estrogen levels in the body, which can lead to a lighter flow with a pinkish hue during periods. And also sexual intercourse can create small tears in the vagina or the cervix. Blood from these tears can mix with vaginal fluids and exit a person’s body as a pink discharge.
Other causes of pink period blood can include:
- fever
- pain
- itching
- foul odor
- miscarriage
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