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My period was more than a month late, now i only have spotting for a few days. it is mostly brown with little red spots now and again. what can it be?

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Dr. Claudette Anderson answered

Pregnancy test?: If you are sexually active,you have to rule out pregnancy first.If it is negative ,then make an appointment with your gyn to be further evaluated.It could be a cyst ,hormone issues,medication related.

Answered 11/15/2016

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A member asked:

My period was more than a month late, now i only have spotting for a few days. it is mostly brown with little red spots now and again. what can it be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Claudette Anderson answered

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