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Hello i am supposed to start my period in 3 days , i'm not sexually activd but i am having a brownish/black discharge. is this normal?

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Dr. Michael Sparacino answered

Common: This is a common sign that you're passing old blood. Not to worry.

Dr Lee agreed

Answered 11/25/2012

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