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I am having a miscarriage, bleeding has slowed up but the loss is disgusting, smells so bad! ... ?

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Dr. Douglas Lawson answered

Call your OB: the odor is quite concerning. this might be a septic abortion (miscarriage) and you most likely need antibiotics.

Dr Rhoads and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 6/12/2017

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