A member asked:

Hi im 4 weeks pregnant and have light bleeding but i spotted september 21 could this be an period or what im lost and confused?

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

Normal: unless you are heavily bleeding, spotting and staining is normal in the first 4-8 weeks of pregnancy. If painful or heavy bleeding occurs, see your OB.

Dr Cress agreed

Answered 10/4/2016

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A member asked:

Hi im 4 weeks pregnant and have light bleeding but i spotted september 21 could this be an period or what im lost and confused?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Miller answered

Dr Cress agreed

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