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Have had light brownish/white discharge. i am 4 days before my period but have had it for a week. only happens every now and then. is this normal?

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Dr. Warren Wolfe answered

Need more info: This can be a normal event but there are a few not so normal things that have to be looked for. Get a gyn exam.

Dr Parvez agreed

Answered 1/16/2014

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A member asked:

Have had light brownish/white discharge. i am 4 days before my period but have had it for a week. only happens every now and then. is this normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Warren Wolfe answered

Dr Parvez agreed

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