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I'm having dark brown discharge and my period is due in a week. this also happened last month. is it normal? i just had a normal pap test last month.

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Dr. Thomas Rayson answered

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The regular cycle: You may be experiencing breakthrough bleeding you may also have a uterine or cervical infection even though your pap smear is normal. It is a good idea to make sure you are not anemic and to have this discharge evaluated with your gynecologist.

Answered 2/28/2013

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A member asked:

I'm having dark brown discharge and my period is due in a week. this also happened last month. is it normal? i just had a normal pap test last month.

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