What Does Your Period Blood Colour Mean?

What does your period blood colour mean — and when should changes be assessed?Period blood colour can vary from bright red to dark brown and may reflect flow speed, hormonal changes, or underlying conditions. In this episode, we explain what different menstrual blood colours typically indicate and when medical evaluation may be needed in Europe.You’ll learn:• Bright red blood: active, fresh flow, often at the start of menstruation• Dark red or brown blood: older blood that has oxidised before leaving the uterus• Pink discharge: lighter flow possibly mixed with cervical fluid• Orange or grey discharge: potential sign of infection requiring assessment• When clots are common and when large or frequent clots may need investigation• How hormonal contraception, stress, or perimenopause can affect colour and flow• Red flag symptoms: very heavy bleeding, severe pain, foul odour, bleeding between periods, or sudden cycle changesWe also discuss how tracking your cycle can help identify patterns.This episode complements our full clinical guide:What Does Your Period Blood Colour Mean?https://www.mobidoctor.eu/blog/what-does-your-period-blood-colour-meanMobi Doctor provides online medical consultations across Europe. Assessment and treatment decisions are based on individual evaluation and established clinical criteria.