Peace of mind, opinions

I am a female, 67 years of age. I have had an intermittment discharge of sorts for many years.  And no sexual involment for over 25 years.   No, I haven't seen a doc and nothing changed in all these years.(with the discharge)  I've never taken hormone replacement, never been on birth control and had one child by caeserean, 32 years ago. I take HCTZ, Synthroid for low thryroid for over 10 years now, just started on 10mg of Crestor, Chol. was a little high about 2 months ago.   Am in  relatively good health EXCEPT for overweight and I'm on WWatchers, doing well. Last night, I had mild pain between the belly button going downward (is this "pelvic"?) It came and went away. When I got up this morning, there was a very slight spot of blood ( I use a pad, so I could see this ) So far, today, no blood. I am TOO investigative, and got on Google and have myself all upset. The first thing I think of is the big "C"...I know you can't "diagnose" over a computer, but looking for some thoughts on this. Yes, I've been one of those people only going to the doc for "general things", flu, arthritis,  fell a few times and got hurt, and that's about it. Oh, I just had a complete profile in June, 2007,  and all looked good, kidneys, liver, only little high cholest. and she reduced the synthroid as I was being overmedicated and put me on the Crestor.  Thank you for any thoughts and God Bless.

[Kevin Pho, MD]

I think that this should be evaluated by a gynecologist.

Various types of infection can lead to discharge, including vaginosis and STDs.  A pelvic exam should be done to exclude these possibilities.  

Regarding the pain, a pelvic ultrasound should be done to evaluate the ovaries.  

If there is bleeding,  I would consider a PAP smear as well as endometrial biopsy to rule out cancer.

These options should be discussed with your gynecologist.

Followup with your personal physician is essential.

This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.

Kevin, M.D.
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