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I'm week late and wiped brown stuff. is that a sign of pregnancy or should i wait a week on a pregnancy test in case i do start?

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Dr. Christina Adberg answered

Wait a bit: I would wait and see if this turns into a full period before doing the test. If it doesn't seem like it's normal bleeding in a couple of days, or if you have excess pain, take the test.

Answered 2/4/2014

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A member asked:

I'm week late and wiped brown stuff. is that a sign of pregnancy or should i wait a week on a pregnancy test in case i do start?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Christina Adberg answered

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