I am 45 and have regular periods. This month is odd. Ive bled a few times after intercourse. 8 days before my period is due I started a brown discharge. It has lessoned but still there when I wipe. I am due for my period in 2 days but no sympotoms other than sore nipples. What the heck is going on?

When was your last PAP smear? If it hasn't been recent, I urge you to get one soon. Bleeding after intercourse is not normal and can be a symptom of cervical cancer.

Also, at your age, it is quite common for women to begin to undergo perimenopause.

Thank you for responding. Ive just added yogurt to my diet last week. Never thought about pineapple or bananas.

My last pap was in feb. I will make an appt with my dr this month. I can't take a chance. I do have history of endo. Could this be the cause? Thank you for responding. I appreciate any help at this pont. Most of my friends have had a hysterectomy... I am trying to hold on to my bits and pieces as long as I can.

My last pap was in feb. I will make an appt with my dr this month. I can't take a chance. I do have history of endo. Could this be the cause? Thank you for responding. I appreciate any help at this pont. Most of my friends have had a hysterectomy...i am trying to hold on to my bits and pieces as long as i can. Update: Got my period as scheduled. I think evrrything was caused by stress! I will monitor the situation next month.