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I've had my period for three days now, and the blood is still black. should i call my gynecologist?

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Dr. Jane Van Dis answered

No: No need to worry. Black blood is just old blood. So long as your cycles are monthly there's nothing to worry about.

Answered 4/3/2016

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A member asked:

I've had my period for three days now, and the blood is still black. should i call my gynecologist?

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Dr. Jane Van Dis answered

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