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My periods are usually heavy but my past one was super light and on my last day a big chunk of dark blood came out what could this be?!?

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Dr. Parul Krishnamurthy answered

Specializes in Obstetrics & Gynecology

Observe: Period pattern may vary. Always good to rule out pregnancy.

Answered 9/2/2014

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