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Had a early period lasting 3-4 days, been having brown very light, almost spotting with sometimes a mix of red for 3-4 more days. worry? or no?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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Brown can be : Older, deoxygenated blood. You may be experiencing a hormone imbalance. Hopefully, this resolves within this cycle. For continued problems d/w your gynecologist. Take care.

Answered 10/30/2013

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A member asked:

Had a early period lasting 3-4 days, been having brown very light, almost spotting with sometimes a mix of red for 3-4 more days. worry? or no?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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