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A 30-year-old male asked:

Its 16 dpo. sexually active. brown red light (not much) spotting started today. is it indication that period has started or could be pregnant?

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Dr. Ron Wrightanswered

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Check a test: You could be pregnant, so check a pregnancy test. If it is negative, it could be the start of your period.

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I haven't had my period for 4mo. Last had it apr 5-10 but not sexually active since dec. Went to clinic & they said im not pregnant or have HIV but waiting on other blood tests. Yesterday & today had dark brownish red on pad. Is my period coming back? Has

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