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A 25-year-old female asked:

Bright red and light brown spotting for about 30 minutes 2 weeks before expected period? never happened before, ttc

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Dr. Gurmukh Singhanswered

Pathology 51 years experience

Probably ovulation: Spotting. Spotting at the time of ovulation is normal and not a cause for concern. See this site for suggestions on timing of sex to favor pregnancy. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/how-to-get-pregnant/pr00103.

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