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A member asked:

I always end my period with brown discharge but this time it didn't happen. should i be concerned?

A doctor has provided 1 answer
Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

No : Brown is just old blood. It is not a problem if it does not happen.

Dr Mcdonald agreed

Answered 5/7/2013

5.1k views

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