Fibra™ Updates: Cutting-Edge Technology Meets Women’s Health
Women’s bodies can be confusing, and there is no time more confusing for a woman’s body than during her period. Even though you live in your body, your period can be confusing, especially with the many colours the blood can come in. Period blood can come in a variety of colours, and it can be challenging to discern which are a cause of concern. Fortunately, we are here to help!
Period Colour
Bright Red
This is fresh blood exiting your vagina and indicates that your flow is quick and healthy. A bright red blood flow typically means you are in good health. This colour is no cause of concern, if you are not experiencing any unusual symptoms alongside your periods.
Pink
This is common at the beginning of your period. Usually, the pink colour comes from fresh blood mixing with your usual vaginal discharge. This is not an issue for most women.
Dark Red
This type of blood is common in the middle and at the end of your period. It is usually an indication that this blood has been in your vagina for a while before it exited your body.
Brown
This type of blood is usually seen at the beginning and ends of your period. It is normal to see this colour when you have a lighter flow. It is especially common with women who use contraceptive pills. However, if it is accompanied by strong odor, it can be a sign of infection. A heavy flow with large clots in brown can indicate hormonal imbalance and is worth checking in with a doctor, especially if you are experiencing heavy cramping.
If you are finding brown blood during menopause, this may be a sign of hormonal imbalance and may be worth discussing with your doctor. Brown blood may be a cause of concern in pregnancy as well.
Orange
A bright orange period can be a cause for concern. It usually is caused by blood mixed with discoloured discharge or cervical fluid. Discoloured discharge resulting in orange period blood can be a sign of infection, like bacterial vaginosis or trichomoniasis. Check in with your doctor if your period blood is orange.
Grey
If you have grey period blood, you should make an appointment with your doctor as soon as possible. This colour is a symptom of bacterial vaginosis. If your period blood is grey, you usually have other symptoms such as foul-smelling discharge and painful urination. Make an appointment with the doctor and they can help with the infection.
In pregnancy, especially in the later stages of pregnancy, grey blood is a sign of a miscarriage. If you are pregnant and find grey blood, especially with clots, go to the doctor or emergency room immediately.
The Importance of Self-Advocacy
Periods can be confusing, especially since many women are not sure how to advocate for their own health. Pain and discomfort, changing cycles, and different colours of blood during your period may be dismissed as normal. However, if you are experiencing frequent debilitating pain, unusual odor, or painful urination during your period, it may be best to go see your family doctor or gynecologist.
It can be difficult to advocate for yourself and your reproductive health. Educating yourself on what may be a cause for concern can lead to more positive outcomes. Another important piece in self-advocacy is knowing your body. Pay attention to the colour (or colours) of your blood throughout your period, the length of your periods, your moods during and before your period, the physical symptoms you may feel before and after, and the usual time of ovulation. These are all important pieces in the puzzle that is your reproductive health. Paying attention to these factors can help you spot infections, illnesses, and empower you in decisions relating to your body.
Fortunately, there are many tools that can help you advocate for your reproductive health. While there are many apps out there that can help you track the dates of your period, it can be tiresome to constantly update hormonal information. We can help you make the process easier. With Fibra’s technology, you will be able to easily access a variety of data relating to your health through our app. You will not have to put in any of your data yourself! All you have to do is wear our super comfortable Fibra smart underwear and connect to them via Bluetooth. The process is as easy as connecting to your headphones. You will be able to see your date of ovulation, cycle trends over time, and more without inputting any data.
Self-advocacy is the greatest tool for your health as women. By continuously monitoring the details of your periods and other important information about your body, you can advocate for your health and take charge of your health.
References
Eske, Jamie, and Priya Patel. “Period Blood Chart: What Does the Blood Color Mean?” Medical News Today, MediLexicon International, www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324848#black. Accessed 18 July 2025.
Rathod, Saveetha. “When to See a Doctor about Dark Brown Period Blood.” Pi Health Cancer Hospital, 19 Dec. 2024, www.pihealthcancerhospital.com/blog/when-to-see-a-doctor-about-dark- brown-period-blood/.
“What Affects the Color of Your Period Blood? What Colors Are Considered Normal for Period Blood?” Edited by Melinda Ratini, WebMD, WebMD, www.webmd.com/women/what-to-know- color-period-blood. Accessed 18 July 2025.
