Hi, My period was due on 20th, but I have been experiencing brown discharge since 13th, which continues till now. It is light, occurring about once a day. Should I take a pregnancy test now, or wait until my period is missed?

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Dr Yusuf Mohammad

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Brown discharge before your expected period can happen due to hormonal fluctuations or implantation bleeding if you are pregnant. Since your period is due on 20th, you can wait until your period date, and if it does not start, take a urine pregnancy test at that time. If the brown discharge increases, has a foul smell, or is accompanied by pain, consult your doctor. Otherwise, monitor your symptoms and maintain hydration while waiting for your period. Consider a Beta HCG test to confirm the diagnosis.

Dr. Yusuf Suggests...

Take a UPT Test (Urine Pregnancy) Test or Take a Beta HCG Test Test

Book UPT Test (Urine Pregnancy) Test Book Beta HCG Test Test

Answered 08/09/2025

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