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My tubes were tied only 12 yrs ago i just ended my mentrual 3 days ago im still cramping and im spotting dark brown blood could i be preg.

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Not likely: the failure rate of tubal ligation is around 1 in 300, but most of those are in the first few weeks to months after the procedure. It is a fine idea to check a pregnancy test to reassure yourself, but its more likely a menstrual abnormality. After 35 complaints like this are relatively common.

Dr Vallury and another doctor agreed

Answered 2/9/2015

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