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My 13yr daughter had her reg. period about 11 days ago, just yesterday blood has been coming out brown, but it's a light flow. what is this?

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Possible Infection: She should be seen and examined to determine whether she has an infection or just or just an irregular menstrual cycle.

Answered 2/1/2014

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Dr. Elise Sadoun answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Irregular periods: Irregular periods are very common in teens. At 13, her reproductive system is not mature and she may ovulate irregularly. Sometimes parents get very worried when their teen's periods are irregular, and consider putting them on contraceptive pills to "regulate their periods". However, i don't recommend this because the pills have risks and side effects, and the irregular period is not harmful.

Answered 2/1/2014

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