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I've only had my period 4 times before and it's always been dark brown and gloopy and just sits on top of pads rather than being absorbed. ?
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That is because: it is not just blood. There is a mix of blood, tissue from lining of uterus and vaginal secretions.
Answered 11/1/2014
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