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A member asked:

I take birth control and i had my period last month. this month i have not had sex and my period has begun its cycle a dark dark colour, is that ok?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Yes : Blood is blood and it does not matter what the color or consistency is.

Answered 5/9/2014

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