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My period started nov 8 2014.i'm having dark red spotting and a lot of sharp stomach pains that come and go what does this mean?

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See your OB: Menstrual periods can last up to a week, so it could be the end of aong menstruation, however to be on the safe side, I think you should see an internal med doc or your OB to address the issue, it may be dysfunctional bleeding from any of a number of causes

Dr Anyanwu and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 11/15/2014

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