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Four weeks pregnant in the beginning of the week i was spotting but it went away and today i went to the bathroom and there's light blood, why?

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Dr. Dwain Rickertsen answered

Family practice: Although you may have some spotting or light bleeding when you are pregnant , you need to let your dr know. If you are having signs of a miscarriage then he may want you to rest and avoid certain activities.

Answered 3/16/2013

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A member asked:

Four weeks pregnant in the beginning of the week i was spotting but it went away and today i went to the bathroom and there's light blood, why?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Dwain Rickertsen answered

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