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Are brown periods for about a year normal?

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Dr. Renee Harris answered

Probably yes: The color of the menstrual flow is not an indication of a problem. If you are having an odd colored discharge at other times, it could be a sign of a vaginal infection and would need to be evaluated.

Dr Kramer agreed

Answered 7/5/2012

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