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I was supposed to get my period on oct 11. instead had a light brown discharge a week later for 5 days and another discharge 3 days ago but darker?

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Pregnancy risk?: If you have had unprotected intercourse, test for pregnancy. If not, variations in ovulatory regularity could account for unpredictable bleeding, as can various contraceptive methods. If irregular bleeding continues, consult a healthcare provider.

Answered 11/26/2013

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