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What does it mean when you have brown / red discharge about 2 weeks before your period?

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Dr. Antoanella Calame answered

Specializes in Pathology

Take a...: Pregnancy test and if it comes up negative then i recommend seeing a doctor so they can make a proper diagnosis and further help you from there :].

Answered 10/29/2013

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

You may be : Experiencing some break through bleeding which can be due to imbalance of hormones.

Answered 10/30/2013

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